Gabrielle Rivera
Summary
Educator with expertise in visual art techniques and a strong focus on fostering student creativity. Demonstrated success in boosting community engagement through orchestrated exhibitions and collaborative initiatives. Committed to promoting a culture of respect and engagement within learning institutions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Visual Art Teacher
True North Classical Academy
Miami
08.2021 - 06.2026
- Instructed diverse students in visual arts, fostering creativity and self-expression.
- Facilitated hands-on art projects that enriched student creativity and expression.
- Developed engaging visual art curriculum aligned with educational standards.
- Managed classroom environment, promoting respect and collaboration among students.
- Organized art exhibitions showcasing student work, enhancing community involvement.
Visual Art Teacher
Kids Learning Center
Miami
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Fostered school-wide culture of respect using positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) to enhance student behavior.
- Facilitated collaboration among students through group projects to deepen engagement with various aspects of art production.
- Collaborated with colleagues on activities related to the appreciation of artwork from different cultures.
- Supervised student behavior and enforced safety rules for art supplies and equipment to ensure a safe learning environment.
Summer Camp Arts Instructor
Learning Tree of Arts
Miami
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Advocated for arts in local community, increasing program visibility and garnering support.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
- Provided individualized instruction to enhance student academic performance.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to refine instructional methods and boost student engagement.
Art Studio Assistant
Sinai Free Synagogue
Mount Vernon
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Coordinated with commission clients to align artistic ambitions with financial arrangements, ensuring project clarity.
- Collaborated with creative design team to meet project deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of artistic works.
- Maintained established art style of studio to uphold consistency and meet quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05-2014
Skills
- Visual art techniques
- Curriculum development
- Exhibition organization
- Instructional diversity
- Visual literacy
- Visual communication
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Collaborative teaching
- Instruction adaptability
- Individualized planning
- Community involvement
Certification
- Restricted Classical Teaching Certificate
Timeline
Visual Art Teacher
True North Classical Academy
08.2021 - 06.2026
Visual Art Teacher
Kids Learning Center
10.2018 - 07.2021
Summer Camp Arts Instructor
Learning Tree of Arts
06.2018 - 08.2018
Art Studio Assistant
Sinai Free Synagogue
01.2018 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
Miami Dade College