Eva Capa
CA
Summary
Creative and student-centered Art Teacher with 18+ years experience in K-12 learning environment, designing engaging curriculum and fostering artistic development. Seeking to contribute to Downey's Unified School school's mission in the arts by delivering high-quality, standards-aligned instruction, mentoring students, and cultivating an inclusive classroom that empowers diverse learners to achieve creative and academic excellence. Proven to support student achievement by fostering positive relationships, promoting academic excellence, and participating in initiatives that enhance school culture and student engagement across the school community.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Independent/Personalized Learning
Matrix for Success Academy
Los Angeles, CA, USA
10.2025 - Current
- Support Independent/Personalized Learning
- Adjust lessons for ELL students/IEP students.
- Create a Positive, Inclusive Classroom Culture
- Provide flexibility for those completing their high school units.
- Collaborate with Staff & Parents
- Participate in School/Professional Activities
- Maintain a system for grading and providing feedback to students on all coursework, within 48 hours of work submission through an online platform.
- Maintained open and consistent communication with students and parents to support academic progress and student development.
Visual Arts Instructor/Intern Mentor
PUC (Partnership to Uplift Communities) Lakeview Charter High School
Sylmar, CA, USA
08.2019 - 10.2025
- Incorporate art lessons to explore and interpret works of art.
- Adjusted lessons for ELL students/IEP students inclusive to Gen Ed Classroom .
- Work persistently to fulfill the vision and mission of Partnerships to Uplift Communities Organization.
- Displayed and highlighted student art work in office throughout the school year ,in classrooms and art show in the Winter & Spring.
- Constant contact with parents regarding student progress.
Visual Arts Instructor
PUC (Partnership to Uplift Communities) Triumph Academy
Sylmar, CA, USA
04.2016 - 06.2019
- Efficiently incorporate art lessons unto homeroom teacher lessons.
- Adjust lessons for ELL students/IEP students.
- Work persistently to fulfill the vision and mission of Partnerships to Uplift Communities Organization.
- Display and highlight student art work in office, classrooms and art show.
- Constant contact with parents regarding student progress.
Instructor
California State University, Northridge Enrichment Program
Northridge, CA, USA
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Introduced 90 students during the summer to the principles of design through the exploration of significant historical art and art movements.
- Students had a chance to experiment with different media, including pencil, charcoal, oil pastel, watercolors, and colored pencils when creating art in the style of the movements studied.
- Introduced students to drawing techniques and developed art skills that are both technical and intuitive.
Founding Visual Arts Instructor
Academia Avance Charter High School
Los Angeles, CA, USA
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Efficiently incorporated art lessons unto homeroom teacher lessons.
- Continuously had students participate in contests offered through the city as well as private organizations.
- Worked persistently to fulfill the vision and mission of the organization.
- Displayed and highlighted student art work in office, classrooms and during school festivities.
- Incorporated Core Knowledge Standards with those of the Visual Arts state standards according to grade to provide a rigorous Arts program.
- Created an afterschool art club and workshop.
- Assisted students in organizing college entrance portfolios.
- Raised money for the art department through Donors Choose Organization.
Founding Visual Arts Instructor
PUC Community Charter Elementary School
Sylmar, CA, USA
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Incorporated Core Knowledge Standards with those of the Visual Arts state standards according to grade to provide a rigorous Arts program.
- Efficiently incorporated art lessons unto homeroom teacher lessons.
- Continuously had students participate in contests offered through the city as well as private organizations.
- Worked persistently to fulfill the vision and mission of Partnerships to Uplift Communities Organization.
- Displayed and highlighted student art work in office, classrooms and during school festivities.
Founding Visual Arts Instructor
Holy Trinity Elementary and Preparatory K-8 School
Los Angeles, CA, USA
09.2007 - 06.2013
- Integrated California State Board of Education visual arts standards into a set curriculum according to grade.
- Efficiently incorporated art lessons unto homeroom teacher lessons.
- Continuously had students participate in contests offered through the city as well as private organizations.
- Successfully outsourced for donated material/supplies from businesses in the community.
Founding Visual Arts Instructor
Saint Bernard Elementary K-8 School
Los Angeles, CA, USA
09.2009 - 06.2011
- Integrated California State Board of Education visual arts standards into a set curriculum according to grade.
- Efficiently incorporated art lessons unto homeroom teacher lessons.
- Continuously had students participate in contests offered through the city as well as private organizations.
Education
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Art, K-12
UC San Diego
Bachelors of Fine Arts -
Otis College of Art and Design
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Strong foundation in visual art
- Ability to teach and communicate clearly
- Curriculum planning and organization
- Creative mentorship
- Technical and digital skills
- Critique and evaluation skills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Life Drawing
- Drawing and Composition
- Fine Art Painting
- Elements and Principles of Design
Credentials And Education
- Otis College of Art and Design, Los Angeles, CA, Bachelors of Fine Arts
- Single Subject Teaching Credential UC San Diego Extension, Cleared, Art, K-12 250082778 Expiration: 10/01/2030
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Support Independent/Personalized Learning
Matrix for Success Academy
10.2025 - Current
Visual Arts Instructor/Intern Mentor
PUC (Partnership to Uplift Communities) Lakeview Charter High School
08.2019 - 10.2025
Instructor
California State University, Northridge Enrichment Program
06.2017 - 07.2018
Visual Arts Instructor
PUC (Partnership to Uplift Communities) Triumph Academy
04.2016 - 06.2019
Founding Visual Arts Instructor
Academia Avance Charter High School
08.2014 - 06.2015
Founding Visual Arts Instructor
PUC Community Charter Elementary School
08.2013 - 06.2014
Founding Visual Arts Instructor
Saint Bernard Elementary K-8 School
09.2009 - 06.2011
Founding Visual Arts Instructor
Holy Trinity Elementary and Preparatory K-8 School
09.2007 - 06.2013
Bachelors of Fine Arts -
Otis College of Art and Design
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Art, K-12
UC San Diego