Desiree Antonelli
Summary
Passionate Art Teacher with a background in fostering creativity at West Warwick Public Schools, adept in classroom management and lesson planning. Leveraged art history knowledge and organizational skills to enhance student participation in community art events. Excelled in creating a culture of discovery, significantly improving student visual literacy and critical thinking.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
West Warwick Public Schools
12.2003 - Current
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Instructed students on visual arts techniques and assigned related art projects for students in K-12 grade levels.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through formative assessments, providing individualized feedback for growth and improvement.
- Maintained current and accurate grade book for each student covering assignments, projects and examinations.
- Increased student participation in extracurricular art events, such as contests and exhibitions, showcasing their talents within the community.
- Facilitated peer critiques among students, enabling them to grow through constructive feedback from classmates.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of national and state standards in visual arts education, ensuring curriculum alignment and preparing students for success beyond the classroom.
Bartender
Villa Santini Restaurant
05.1996 - 05.2006
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
- Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI05.2003
High School Diploma -
North Providence High School
North Providence, RI06.1984
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Art history knowledge
- Lesson Planning
- Color theory
- Group and individual instruction
- Project-based learning
- Event Planning
- Progress Reporting
- Visual Literacy
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Decision-Making
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Art Teacher
West Warwick Public Schools
12.2003 - Current
Bartender
Villa Santini Restaurant
05.1996 - 05.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Rhode Island College
High School Diploma -
North Providence High School
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