Crystal Wray
Papillion,NE
Summary
Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional certified in [Area of certification] and licensed in [State]. Polished in integrating art history, art appreciation and art criticism into all lesson plans and collaborating with classroom teachers to incorporate learning through art. Committed to designing lessons to accommodate broad range of learning styles and encouraging students to reach fullest potential.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Art Teacher
St. Matthews School
Bellevue, NE
08.2022 - Current
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Taught students to identify key elements of style, intent and emotion when experiencing art.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Guided students to develop and hone creative processes and problem-solving skills.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Coordinated with classroom teachers to correlate art activities with classroom curriculum.
- Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
- Developed appropriate curricula dependent on age group and education level.
- Helped students manipulate variety of media to express emotions, feelings, attitude and intent.
- Educated students on cultural influences on music and art styles and techniques of modern and historic art.
Protocol Officer
USSTRATCOM
Offutt AFB, NE
09.2009 - 07.2022
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Selected and ordered décor and event materials.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Planned large-scale events such as birthday balls, annual awards banquets conferences, and meetings for over 400 people
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Streamlined event efficiencies by accurately coordinating and managing customer itineraries.
- Coordinated florists, photographers, videographers, musicians, officiants and ceremony participants during rehearsals and pre-ceremony, ceremony and reception events.
- Interviewed clients to understand event scopes of work, establish budgets and determine timelines for venue selection, guest list finalization, and rehearsal, ceremonies, and receptions.
- Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.
- Executed on-time and under-budget project management on complex issues for senior leadership.
- Delivered smooth training execution by coordinating site selection, marketing, event management and follow-up.
- Mentored customer service, marketing, sales and accounting teams.
- Led vendor negotiations to obtain cost-effective services and products.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately managing budgeting, bookkeeping and auditing tasks.
- Fostered relationships with local and foreign dignitaries, as well as Governors, Senators, and Congressmen and suppliers to obtain best price, quality, and delivery of products.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
SOS Village
Sarajevo, Bosnia
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods and techniques.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Guantanamo Bay Preschool
Guantanamo Bay, Cuba
02.1986 - 02.1989
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE06.2008
Skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Progress reporting
- Drawing, Painting, Sculpting instruction
Timeline
Elementary Art Teacher
St. Matthews School
08.2022 - Current
Protocol Officer
USSTRATCOM
09.2009 - 07.2022
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
SOS Village
01.2004 - 12.2004
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Guantanamo Bay Preschool
02.1986 - 02.1989
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Bellevue University
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