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David Kooharian

David Kooharian

East Falmouth,MA

Summary

Highly creative transformational leader, educator, and artist. Specializing in developing and managing programs for youth and young adults. Bringing 22 years' experience in education , mentoring, and program development.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner, Artist, Illustrator, Writer

Kooharian Fine
Falmouth, MA
09.1990 - Current
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Met with commission clients to gain agreement on artistic project goals, parameters and financial considerations.

Restaurant Manager

Bucationo
North Falmouth, MA
09.2022 - Current
  • Communicated well and used strong interpersonal skills to establish positive relationships with guests and employees.
  • Resolved and investigated complaints regarding service, food quality and accommodations.
  • Counseled and disciplined staff to address issues promptly and provide constructive feedback.

Visual Art Teacher

Granite Academy
Braintree, MA
12.2017 - 06.2020
  • Developed and implemented curriculum and lesson plans for Visual Arts and Innovation, Art, and Theory for middle school and high school following Mass DESE Frameworks
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport
  • Delivered effective and differentiated classroom instruction to diverse range of students on IEP and 504 plans.

Program Director, Counselor, Leader, Educator

Penikese Island School
Woods Hole, MA
08.2013 - 01.2020
  • Developed outdoor youth science and experiential learning program from ground up, laying out framework and defining goals
  • Provided therapeutic counseling to young 18-26 dealing with addiction and co-occurring mental issues.
  • Managed program operations and provided strategic leadership for workers.
  • Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions to strengthen staff competencies.

Assistant Teacher/ Inclusion Support

Sturgis Public Charter School
Hyannis, MA
01.2012 - 06.2016
  • Worked closely with students on IEP and 504 plans to support learning and find strategies that improved performance
  • Building Based Substitute Teacher, All subjects
  • Artist in Residence | 2013
  • Co-Leader of the Outdoor Club

Education

Master of Arts - Critical and Creative Thinking

University of Massachusetts
Boston, MA
05.2017

Teacher License, Visual Art - Education

Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA
05.2019

Bachelor of Art - Arts Administration

University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA
05.2012

Associates Degree - Liberal Arts and Sciences

Cape Cod Community College
West Barnstable, MA
05.1991

Skills

  • Program Leadership
  • Educational Program Planning
  • Performance Standards and Analysis
  • Behavioral/Cognitive Skills Development
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Teaching, Tutoring and Counseling
  • Curriculum Development
  • Group Counseling
  • Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Team Leadership
  • Program Development and Management

Additional Information

  • Three term Mashpee Town Planning Board

Certification

  • Visual Arts 5-12 License - 2019

Timeline

Restaurant Manager

Bucationo
09.2022 - Current

Visual Art Teacher

Granite Academy
12.2017 - 06.2020

Program Director, Counselor, Leader, Educator

Penikese Island School
08.2013 - 01.2020

Assistant Teacher/ Inclusion Support

Sturgis Public Charter School
01.2012 - 06.2016

Owner, Artist, Illustrator, Writer

Kooharian Fine
09.1990 - Current

Teacher License, Visual Art - Education

Bridgewater State University

Master of Arts - Critical and Creative Thinking

University of Massachusetts

Bachelor of Art - Arts Administration

University of Massachusetts

Associates Degree - Liberal Arts and Sciences

Cape Cod Community College

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