Diego Alberto Diaz
Eagle Pass,TX
Summary
Compassionate Teacher with experience and extensive knowledge in the art making process. Known for creating dynamic and relevant lesson plans with goal-oriented mindset and commitment to long-term student growth and success. Skilled in delivering content both in person, and online; sometimes both at the same time for.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Eagle Pass Independent School District
Eagle Pass , Texas
08.2013 - Current
- 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.
- Guided students to develop and hone creative processes and problem-solving skills.
- Inspired over 150 students yearly, and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.
- Achieved 95% student participation through relevant and real-life experiences to maintain student interest.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Enhanced student knowledge of technology by integrating various web-based applications for research and assignments.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
- Sponsored various clubs including Art Club, Drama Club, and Film Club by creating content specific curriculum, reaching an additional 150 students yearly.
- Coached, organized, and implemented learning strategies for multiple U.I.L. Academic events including Art Smart, One Act Play, and Impromptu Speaking targeting small groups of 20 students per event.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning and activity organization.
- Coordinated field trips to museums and galleries to expose students to examples of art and history.
Art Department Manager/Graphic Designer
Animal Customs LLC
Laredo , Texas
04.2006 - 05.2013
- Created standard practices for incoming graphic designers, decreasing turnaround time by 50% and increasing pro
- Trained incoming designers on use of company software, company procedures, and safety measures.
- Created designs and collaborated with multiple teams within various departments to complete projects.
- Developed display, marketing and packaging materials to support product branding strategies.
- Researched trends and projected industry changes to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and managing project milestones.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX05.2011
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Lesson Planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Student-centered learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Middle school education
- Student engagement
- Painting in various media
- Knowledgeable in various Printmaking techniques
Community Service
Art Trike 830 - www.arttrike830.com (2018-Present)
- Founder and creator of the Art Trike, a mobile art center delivering free art lessons to youth in the community.
- Developed lessons specifically to address the issue of a lack of Art centered learning in local school district's curriculum for elementary aged students.
- Created budget friendly, choice based projects aimed to stimulated the students critical thinking skill and creativity.
- Funded materials needed for the Art Trike through donations of individuals and local businesses.
- Deliver art lessons via in person group class/ workshops.
- Deliver auxiliary art content via online format through website, and YouTube channel.
- Collaborate with local business and organizations to further cultivate the Arts, while supporting various causes.
City of Eagle Pass Art Consultant (2014-Present)
- Assisted the City of Eagle Pass to develop the Arts in the community by hosting workshops children, which later developed into a weekly Saturday class at the city's Arts and Culture center.
- Helped cultivate the mural movement by painting murals, and guiding others on their murals.
- Organized multiple exhibitions to showcase local artist and their talents. Participants ranged from 6 years to 60 years of age.
- Encouraged local artist to participate with the city in various roles.
- Helped develop a plan of operation for the newly establishd Arts and Culture Center.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher
Eagle Pass Independent School District
08.2013 - Current
Art Department Manager/Graphic Designer
Animal Customs LLC
04.2006 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Art
Texas A&M International University
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