Seasoned educator with many years of experience successfully helping students achieve academic goals. Life-long learner and passionate educator looking to make difference in children's lives. Adaptable and flexible to meet classroom and institutional needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long-term Substitute Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
Instruct and assist students with daily assignments and routine classroom activities, lesson plans, student behavior management, and communication with parents and administration
Covering various subjects such as math, music, gym, language arts, social studies, art, reading, and more
Took attendance and maintained attendance records during period as substitute.
Modified instructional materials as needed for special education students.
Encouraged student participation and active learning in the classroom.
Collaborated with other staff members to ensure a positive learning environment for students.
Art Teacher- Full-time
Powhatan Elementary School & Lyonsmill Elementary School
08.2022 - 07.2023
Planned and taught extensive art projects for two schools, with 20 classes of 25 plus students ranging from K-5th
Evaluated students' artistic abilities and understanding, managed behavior, and graded student work
Created art IEP lesson plans, communicated with parents, and volunteered for school festivities
Integrated technology into classroom instruction to enhance learning experiences.
Advised the school's art club, providing additional opportunities for students to explore their creativity.
Modeled creative acting techniques and styles to encompass varied history genres and performance techniques.
Prepared progress reports to evaluate student performance and growth in knowledge and aesthetic understandings.
Coordinated with other teachers to integrate art into cross-curricular projects, enriching students' educational experience.
Created and maintained digital student portfolios, tracking student progress throughout academic year.
Planned special events such as art shows to showcase student work.
Prompted student motivation, participation and listening skills through positive reinforcement and weekly recognition.
Summer Youth Camp Counselor
Glenwood Country Day School
14785 Bushy Park Rd Woodbine, Maryland
06.2022 - 08.2022
Delivered set curriculum to team of campers to promote engaging and fun atmosphere.
Supervised and coordinated work activities of personnel.
Introduced new arrivals to other participants, explained facility rules, and encouraged participation.
Recognized and implemented safety standards to minimize incidents or accidents.
Organized and supervised camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, hikes, and sports.
Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, such as talent shows and campfires, enhancing the camp experience.
Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants.
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
THE GODDARD
Leesburg, VA
11.2019 - 08.2020
Instructed 30+ students in teaching them English, Math, and art
Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.
Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related, or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
Utilized technology such as computers and tablets in the classroom setting.
Administered and documented results of student assessments.
Monitored student behavior to ensure compliance with rules and expectations set forth by school administration.
Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CA
05-2027
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS -
SAN FRANCISCO ART INSTITUTE
01.2019
Skills
Lesson plan implementation
IEP documentation
Parent communication
Classroom management
Smartboard technology
Elementary education
Reporting and documenting
Behavior management
Proficient in Microsoft, Excel, Blackboard
Results-focused
Creative problem solving
Student records management
Test proctoring
Student tutoring
Complex Problem-solving
Visual aids creation
Project-based learning
Special education
Certification
CPR/ AED/ FIRST-AID CERTIFIED, National CPR Foundation, 01/01/20
Penn State Better Kid Care Program, Virginia Health and Safety Update Training for Child Care Staff, 01/01/18
Timeline
Long-term Substitute Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
Art Teacher- Full-time
Powhatan Elementary School & Lyonsmill Elementary School