Genevieve DeBoer
Mount Bethel,PA
Summary
Creative designer and educator with a strong foundation in visual design, spatial planning, and material exploration. Experienced in translating concepts into cohesive visual solutions across interior design, retail styling, curriculum design, and large-scale creative projects. Adept at balancing aesthetics, function, and client or user needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fine Arts Teacher
Warren Hills Regional High School
08.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans that fostered student creativity and critical thinking.
- Facilitated art exhibitions showcasing student work, enhancing community engagement with the arts program.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches, enriching overall curriculum effectiveness.
- Mentored students in various artistic techniques, promoting skill development and individual expression.
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating hands-on projects and collaborative activities into the curriculum.
Art Teacher K–12
Salem County Christian Academy
02.2015 - 06.2018
- - Designed visually driven curriculum emphasizing composition, design thinking, and material innovation
- - Guided students through concept development, critique, and refinement processes
- - Led large-scale and collaborative visual projects requiring planning, adaptability, and execution
- - Integrated contemporary design trends and visual culture into instruction
- Facilitated collaborative projects to enhance creative expression among students.
Design Studio Specialist / Coordinator
Pottery Barn
09.2007 - 08.2015
- Developed and presented customized design solutions, including space planning, furniture arrangements, lighting designs, and color palette selections.
- Developed and implemented design solutions that align with client needs, budgets, and timelines to enhance project outcomes.
- Crafted engaging visual presentations and styling plans aimed at facilitating informed client decisions.
- Partnered with management to enhance sales strategy through effective visual merchandising.
- Created and implemented cutting-edge design solutions aimed at enhancing customer interaction and satisfaction.
Long-Term Substitute Art Teacher (Grades 7–8)
Easton Area School District
04.2014 - 06.2014
- - Delivered design-centered studio projects aligned with national and state standards
- - Managed full project cycles from ideation to final presentation
Education
Master of Education - Art Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts/Art
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
Interior Design Certification - undefined
Northampton County Community College
Skills
- Visual & Spatial Design
- Layout & Composition
- Color Theory
- Material Exploration
- Concept Development
- Creative Problem Solving
- Client Consultation
- Presentation & Visual Storytelling
- Project Planning
- Collaborative Design
- Studio maintenance
Certification
Pennsylvania & New Jersey State Teaching Certifications (Art Education K–12)
Timeline
Fine Arts Teacher
Warren Hills Regional High School
08.2018 - Current
Art Teacher K–12
Salem County Christian Academy
02.2015 - 06.2018
Long-Term Substitute Art Teacher (Grades 7–8)
Easton Area School District
04.2014 - 06.2014
Design Studio Specialist / Coordinator
Pottery Barn
09.2007 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts/Art
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
Interior Design Certification - undefined
Northampton County Community College
Master of Education - Art Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania