Cecelia Reif
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Accomplished arts integration educator, with a creative vision and organizational expertise to foster dynamic and inclusive learning environments. Experienced in managing art studio operations and integrating arts into educational curricula. I am dedicated to enhancing the cultural and intellectual development of communities.
Skilled in overseeing daily operations, providing team leadership, and coordinating projects as a studio management professional. Proven ability to drive performance and improve efficiency through effective collaboration and strategic planning. Strong at navigating changing priorities while ensuring high-quality outcomes. Excels in resource management, scheduling, and fostering a positive work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Studio Manager
The Painting Workshop
09.2024 - Current
- Created policies and procedures for company and delivered company-wide training to employees.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and asked open-ended questions to better determine needs.
- Recruited, trained, and developed high-performing and customer-focused team from scratch.
- Implemented marketing strategies to promote studio to potential clients.
Teaching Artist
Arts for Learning
02.2024 - Current
- Promoted creativity by offering constructive feedback on student artwork, encouraging experimentation and growth in artistic expression.
- Enhanced abolitionist teaching to elevate students' voices, critical thinking, creative expression, and joyful learning.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased engagement and understanding.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
Life-Skills Special Educator
Baltimore City Public Schools
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Develop lesson plans, small group instruction and individualized education plans (IEPs) for elementary level students
- Coordinate with parents, psychologists, related service providers, and general education teachers to ensure proper education and appropriate life skills
- Lead for the Life-Skills program to implement task analysis interventions for autistic students, and behavioral disorders
- Monitored behavioral data to evaluate strengths and weaknesses to improve life skills goals
- Supported whole group, small group and 1:1 IEP services for students with severe autism
- Established and maintained a functional sensory room for students
Special Ed. Para-Professional
Harford County Public Schools
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Collaborate with Special Ed
- And General Ed
- Teachers to implement IEP goals within small group and whole group sessions
- Supported 1:1 IEP services for students with autism spectrum disorders, Down Syndrome, and developmental delays
Education
Masters of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T) - Special Education
Towson University
Towson, MD11.2024
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology, Fine Arts
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD05.2018
Skills
- Restorative practices
- Scheduling Coordination
- Industry tracking
- Team Leadership
- Creative Direction
- Budget Administration
- Client rapport
- Project Management
- Project Scheduling
- Partnership Development
Keyskillsandcertifications
- Certified in restorative practices in the classroom
- Certified in Dynamic Learning Map Testing
- Certified in Core Concepts of Childhood Traumatic Stress in a Classroom Setting
- Team Lead for Citywide School Program
- Develop Individualized Lesson Plans (IEPs)
- Completed and passed Special Ed. Praxis
Accomplishments
- Trained fellow teachers on the procedures for completing Individual Education Plans.
- Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of multiple workshops
- Supervised team of 3-8 staff members.
Certification
- Certified in restorative practices in the classroom
- Certified in Dynamic Learning Map Testing
- Certified in Core Concepts of Childhood Traumatic Stress in a Classroom Setting
Timeline
Studio Manager
The Painting Workshop
09.2024 - Current
Teaching Artist
Arts for Learning
02.2024 - Current
Life-Skills Special Educator
Baltimore City Public Schools
01.2021 - 01.2024
Special Ed. Para-Professional
Harford County Public Schools
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Psychology, Fine Arts
Salisbury University
- Certified in restorative practices in the classroom
- Certified in Dynamic Learning Map Testing
- Certified in Core Concepts of Childhood Traumatic Stress in a Classroom Setting
Masters of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T) - Special Education
Towson University
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