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Heather Hyatt

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, AL

Bachelor's of Fine Art -

Auburn University
Auburn, AL

Skills

  • 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