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Dena Pawlicki

Bay City,MI

Summary

Passionate Art Educator skilled at inspiring students and building their artistic confidence. Committed to providing comprehensive academic, emotional, and social support through engaging art instruction. A dedicated self-starter talented at creating an inclusive art curriculum that fosters connections with students' lives, communities, and the world.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Art Teacher

Essexville Hampton Schools
Essexville, USA
02.2024 - Current
  • Designed and implemented a new art curriculum, bringing a fresh, creative approach to art education for students from Young Fives to 4th grade
  • Instruct approximately 650 students weekly, using dynamic visual displays, digital media, and interactive lessons to promote artistic growth and engagement
  • Encourage students to explore art's connection to their lives, communities, and the world, making lessons relevant and thought-provoking
  • Foster a positive and stimulating classroom environment that nurtures students' curiosity, self-confidence, and artistic development

Substitute Teacher

Bay Arenac ISD
Bay City, USA
01.2020 - 05.2024
  • Provided substitute teaching services across K-12 classrooms, ensuring continuity of learning while upholding school policies and classroom management
  • Taught daily lesson plans while gaining experience in diverse educational settings, working toward becoming a full-time art educator

Student Teaching

Garber High School
Essexville, USA
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Provided full-time care and academic support for 5th - 12th grade students in a positive co-teaching art room environment
  • Developed lesson plans aligned with Art Education Standards, encouraging creativity and building student confidence in their artistic abilities
  • Delivered guided instruction to the entire class and offered individualized support, utilizing engaging visual displays to stimulate learning and creativity
  • Ensure adherence to school policies, classroom management strategies, and safety protocols

Education

Graduate Accelerated Certificate Program - K-12 Visual Arts Education (LQ)

Saginaw Valley State University
05.2024

Graphic Design -

Delta College
01.2015

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting Emphasis

Western Michigan University
01.2005

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Active Listening
  • Effective Communication
  • Multiple Art Mediums
  • Sublimation Printing
  • Google Classroom
  • PC and Mac Proficiency
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Brand Marketing
  • Website Development

Special Projects

Freelance Graphic Designer & Website Developer

  • Developed logos and branding for events, including the Urban Salvage Vintage Show.
  • Created kitsch and fine art for Retro Attics, Mod Atomic, and Dena Paw Productions.

Achievements

  • Delta Student Art Show, National Merit Award for 'Eames Portrait' in Graphic Design.
  • Western Michigan Gallery Show, Solo Exhibition: 'Ideal Expectations' - An exploration of women, media, and anatomy through realistic and abstract art.
  • Group Exhibition: 'Manitou Exploration' - A multimedia gallery show reflecting the intersection of art and nature through backpacking experiences.

Timeline

Elementary Art Teacher

Essexville Hampton Schools
02.2024 - Current

Student Teaching

Garber High School
11.2023 - 02.2024

Substitute Teacher

Bay Arenac ISD
01.2020 - 05.2024

Graduate Accelerated Certificate Program - K-12 Visual Arts Education (LQ)

Saginaw Valley State University

Graphic Design -

Delta College

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Painting Emphasis

Western Michigan University

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