Heather Hyatt
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Accomplished Art Educator with over 20 years of experience in the K-12 environment and a concentrated focus over the last seven years in the Mental Health and Special Education field.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Teacher
Chalkville Elementary School
Birmingham, AL
07.2025 - Current
- Organized student art exhibits showcasing individual and group projects to the community.
- Implemented classroom management strategies ensuring a conducive learning atmosphere for all students.
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary art curriculum across grade levels.
- New Hire Mentor for first year teacher
- Developed engaging lesson plans integrating diverse art techniques and media.
Art Instructor
UAB ArtPlay: Alys Stephens Performing Art Center
Birmingham, AL
03.2026 - Current
- Designed a Victorian Landscape Watercolor Course for the Bridgerton Summer Series
- Art Instructor for the Summer Series
Special Education Teacher
Meek Elementary School
Arley, AL
10.2020 - 05.2025
- Developed individualized education plans that addressed diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student development and achievement.
Industrial Arts Teacher
Calvin Hunsinger School
Clearwater, FL
08.2017 - 05.2020
Teacher of the Year, 2018
Special Education Teacher
Richard L. Sanders Exceptional Education Center
Pinellas Park, FL
01.2014 - 05.2017
Art Teacher and Department Head
Hillwood High School
Nashville, TN
08.2012 - 01.2014
Art Teacher and Department Head
Seminole Middle School
Seminole, FL
08.2006 - 05.2011
Art Teacher
Oak Park At Risk Charter School
Pinellas Park, FL
08.2004 - 05.2006
Art Teacher
Oak Mountain High School
Birmingham, AL
08.2002 - 05.2004
Education
Masters of Education - Art Education
Montevallo University
Montevallo, ALBachelor's of Fine Art -
Auburn University
Auburn, ALSkills
- Classroom behavior management
- Interdisciplinary arts application
- Collaborative projects with Guidance Counselors and STEM
- Inclusive education
Certification
CLASS A, Visual Arts - P-12
CLASS B, Elementary Education - K-6
CLASS B, Collaborative Special Education - K-6
CLASS B, Collaborative Special Education - 6-12
CLASS B, General Social Science Teacher - 6-12
Timeline
Art Instructor
UAB ArtPlay: Alys Stephens Performing Art Center
03.2026 - Current
Art Teacher
Chalkville Elementary School
07.2025 - Current
Special Education Teacher
Meek Elementary School
10.2020 - 05.2025
Industrial Arts Teacher
Calvin Hunsinger School
08.2017 - 05.2020
Special Education Teacher
Richard L. Sanders Exceptional Education Center
01.2014 - 05.2017
Art Teacher and Department Head
Hillwood High School
08.2012 - 01.2014
Art Teacher and Department Head
Seminole Middle School
08.2006 - 05.2011
Art Teacher
Oak Park At Risk Charter School
08.2004 - 05.2006
Art Teacher
Oak Mountain High School
08.2002 - 05.2004
Masters of Education - Art Education
Montevallo University
Bachelor's of Fine Art -
Auburn University