Darby O'Neal
Garland,TX
Summary
Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Mesquite ISD, excelling in curriculum implementation and fostering individualized instruction. Leveraged art instruction and adaptability to enhance student creativity and engagement across K-5. Demonstrated success in project-based learning, significantly improving student outcomes and engagement through innovative lesson planning and effective progress reporting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher K-5
Mesquite ISD
08.2022 - Current
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 5th
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
Pre-K Teacher
Mesquite ISD
08.2016 - 08.2022
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Helped write Pre-K curriculum for the district that was used during pandemic shutdown for online learning
ESL Teacher
Mesquite ISD
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Used positive reinforcement and provided clear feedback to help students succeed.
- Oversaw and implemented state TELPAS testing
- Worked with colleagues to evaluate and rate student growth on TELPAS domains
Education
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Commerce, TX05.2014
Associate of Arts - Art
Richland College
Dallas, TX05.2012
Skills
- Curriculum Implementation
- Art instruction
- Individualized Instruction
- Project-based learning
- Color theory
- Art history
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Progress Reporting
- Lesson Planning
Timeline
Art Teacher K-5
Mesquite ISD
08.2022 - Current
Pre-K Teacher
Mesquite ISD
08.2016 - 08.2022
ESL Teacher
Mesquite ISD
08.2014 - 08.2016
Masters of Education - Curriculum And Instruction
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas A&M University - Commerce
Associate of Arts - Art
Richland College