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Catalina Baez

Spring,TX

Summary

A hardworking, highly creative and passionate art teacher with thirty-four years of experience in education. Skilled at inspiring students to be persistent and a problem-solver while in the process of creating art. Encouraging the students to make it their own and enjoy the creative process. Highly skilled in drawing, painting, ceramics, printmaking, and sculpture. Latest favorite being mix-media, but I am always willing to learn more and try out new methods.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Teacher

Klein, ISD
08.2012 - Current
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
  • Developed students'' artistic skills by providing personalized feedback and guidance on their artwork.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, connecting art with other subject areas.
  • Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Developed and facilitated after-school art clubs and activities for students.

Art Teacher

Klein ISD - ESY
Spring, TX
06.2023 - 07.2023
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.

Art Teacher, Bilingual Teacher

Klein ISD
08.1998 - 07.2012
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
  • Developed students'' artistic skills by providing personalized feedback and guidance on their artwork.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, connecting art with other subject areas.
  • Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining discipline while fostering creativity and individuality in student work.
  • Developed and facilitated after-school art clubs and activities for students.

Bilingual Teacher

Houston ISD
08.1994 - 07.1998

Summer School Teacher - Reading and/or Math at various campuses within HISD

Bilingual Teacher

Anthony TX ISD
08.1991 - 07.1994

Summer School Teacher - Reading/Math

Art Club Instructional Director

Adult ESL at Anthony TX High School

Teaching adults how to speak, read and write English and American History to help them achieve their U.S. citizenship.


Fourth Grade Teacher

Gallup McKinley County School District
08.1990 - 07.1991

Teaching the fourth grade curriculum to the majority of Navajo students. Getting to experience their culture and artwork.

Education

Master of Arts - Working On Masters in Curriculum And Instruction

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM

Bachelor of Arts - Art Education (extended)

Eastern Montana College
Billings, MT
06.1990

Skills

  • Art instruction
  • Creative Lesson Planning
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Supply Management
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Drawing
  • Acrylic and Oil painting
  • Ceramic sculpture
  • Classroom Management
  • Student Mentoring
  • Motivational Abilities
  • Artistic Techniques
  • Course Materials Preparation

Accomplishments

I have a great track record of my student's artwork winning at local contest such as Rodeo Art: 4 Best of Shows, 1 Gold Medal, Pearl Fincher: Winners 2 years in a row. Dog Show: 3 winners so far. I love to see my art students succeed.

Timeline

Art Teacher

Klein ISD - ESY
06.2023 - 07.2023

Art Teacher

Klein, ISD
08.2012 - Current

Art Teacher, Bilingual Teacher

Klein ISD
08.1998 - 07.2012

Bilingual Teacher

Houston ISD
08.1994 - 07.1998

Bilingual Teacher

Anthony TX ISD
08.1991 - 07.1994

Fourth Grade Teacher

Gallup McKinley County School District
08.1990 - 07.1991

Master of Arts - Working On Masters in Curriculum And Instruction

New Mexico State University

Bachelor of Arts - Art Education (extended)

Eastern Montana College
Catalina Baez