Heather Harwood
Shenandoah Junction,WV
Summary
Versatile writer, art historian, educator, and book enthusiast transitioning into a publishing career. Bringing strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to enhance editorial teams through meticulous manuscript preparation, proofreading, and efficient coordination of publication timelines. Recognized for reliability and adaptability in collaborative settings and passionate about nurturing creativity and excellence in the publishing process. Excited to make meaningful contributions to any editorial or book production team.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Leadership Council
Vermont College of Fine Arts
03.2025 - 01.2026
- Coordinated interactions between students and college administration, ensuring effective resolution of issues and feedback.
- Engaged in critical discussions and collaborated with student peers to share best practices and improve overall college community.
- Collaborated with council to host inclusive social events, fostering sense of community.
- Initiated the role of and served as Secretary, taking minutes and communicating among council members.
DEI Fellow for the Writing for Children & Young Adults Program
Vermont College of Fine Arts
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Coordinated and conducted monthly meetings with students and faculty to foster engagement and address key issues.
- Met regularly with the program director to advocate for student concerns.
- Coordinated activities and resources for several student affinity groups to foster community involvement.
- Developed and hosted inclusive program write-in socials, a book recommendation social, and cross-program readings, fostering community engagement.
Lead Teacher & Age Level Coordinator
Holy Covenant Child Development Center
Katy, TX, USA
01.2011 - 05.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles in an age 3 class.
- Mentored and trained new teachers on curriculum delivery and classroom management strategies and advocated with teacher needs with administration.
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for developmental success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations.
Art School Instructor
Flint Institute of Arts
Flint, MI, USA
01.2003 - 08.2006
- Developed and taught various Art History courses to adults through the institute's Art School community education programs to enhance student understanding of art concepts.
Assistant Curator of Education
Flint Institute of Arts
Flint, MI, USA
10.2002 - 08.2006
- Facilitated communication between Art School instructors and students to streamline class proposal collection and registration processes.
- Managed tour reservation process for schools and coordinated scheduling of volunteer docents to lead educational tours.
- Administered comprehensive management of the Bray Concert Series, focusing on contract handling, travel coordination, and musician payment procedures.
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Writing For Children And Young Adults
Vermont College of Fine Arts
Montpelier, VT01.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google suite proficiency
- Editing and proofreading
- Fast learner
- Positive attitude
- Attention to detail
- Data entry
- Team collaboration
- Punctual and reliable
- Organizational skills
- Writing skills
- Creative thinking
Writing Awards
- Finalist for the Elephant Rock Book's Helen Sheehan Book Prize, 2018
- Winner of the Cynthia Leitich Smith mentor award at the Society for Children Writers & Illustrators Austin TX Conference, 2017
Timeline
Student Leadership Council
Vermont College of Fine Arts
03.2025 - 01.2026
DEI Fellow for the Writing for Children & Young Adults Program
Vermont College of Fine Arts
07.2024 - 06.2025
Lead Teacher & Age Level Coordinator
Holy Covenant Child Development Center
01.2011 - 05.2022
Art School Instructor
Flint Institute of Arts
01.2003 - 08.2006
Assistant Curator of Education
Flint Institute of Arts
10.2002 - 08.2006
Master of Fine Arts - Writing For Children And Young Adults
Vermont College of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Arts - Art History
University of Utah