Grace Dana
Cheektowaga
Summary
Passionate art teacher with solid background in education and visual arts, fostering creativity and critical thinking in students. Successfully implemented engaging lesson plans that align with educational standards and encourage creative exploration and artistic skill development. Demonstrated ability to cultivate positive and inclusive classroom environment, utilizing strong communication and classroom management skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Teacher
Buffalo Academy of Science
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach visual arts and creativity skills.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with staff, administrations, and families to provide behavioral and academic supports for students.
- Organized school-wide events to increase engagement for the arts.
Special Education Teacher
Buffalo Academy of Science
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained accurate records of student progress towards IEP goals.
- Conducted assessments of student performance and provided feedback to parents.
- Collaborated with General Education teacher to develop and teach differentiated lessons
6th Grade Teacher
Buffalo United Charter School
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards for diverse learners.
- Adapted instruction to meet virtual and in-person learning modalities
Education
Master of Science - Creativity And Change Leadership
Buffalo State University
Buffalo, NY08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Spanish
Canisius University
Buffalo, New York05-2020
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Painting Techniques
- Drawing Techniques
- Adobe Illustrator
- Creative Problem Solving
- Sculpture techniques
Certification
- Permanent NYS Certification in Childhood grades 1-6
- Permanent NYS Certification in Students with Disabilities grades 1-6
- Permanent NYS Certification in Visual Arts grades pK-12
Additional Coursework
- Art History I and II
- Drawing
- Painting Workshop
- Digital Photography
- Graphic Design
- Art Appreciation
- Computer Graphics/ Illustrator
- Modern Art
- Spanish Modern Art
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Art Teacher
Buffalo Academy of Science
08.2022 - 06.2025
Special Education Teacher
Buffalo Academy of Science
08.2021 - 06.2022
6th Grade Teacher
Buffalo United Charter School
08.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Special Education And Spanish
Canisius University
Master of Science - Creativity And Change Leadership
Buffalo State University