Jana Kisner
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dynamic K-6 Art Teacher with expertise in lesson planning, classroom management, and student mentoring. Committed to fostering creativity and engagement through innovative project-based learning.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
K-6 Art Teacher
Washington Elementary School District
Phoenix, AZ
07.2015 - Current
- Designed and implemented creative lesson plans enhancing student engagement and artistic expression.
- Facilitated art exhibitions showcasing student artwork, fostering community appreciation for creativity.
- Developed curriculum aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive art education for diverse learners.
- Integrated technology into lessons, enhancing students' digital art skills and modern artistic techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to organize interdisciplinary projects, promoting teamwork and cross-curricular learning opportunities.
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
- Beautified campus by creating murals, signage, and a memorial mosaic, incorporating the help of students when possible.
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
Pre-k Through 9th Grade Art Teacher
Joy Christian School
Glendale, AZ
07.2014 - 05.2015
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered creativity and critical thinking among students.
- Implemented diverse art techniques to enhance students' artistic abilities and self-expression.
- Facilitated collaborative projects that promoted teamwork and communication skills in the classroom.
- Organized annual art exhibitions to showcase student work, enhancing community engagement and appreciation for the arts.
Paraprofessional
Wichita School District 259
Wichita, KS
10.2010 - 05.2013
- Supported classroom activities, fostering a positive learning environment for students with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with art teachers to ensure student engagement and to meet diverse artistic needs of students.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance student participation and reduce disruptions during lessons.
- Led small group instruction tailored to individual learning styles, promoting academic growth among students with disabilities.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Preschool-12 Arts Education
Wichita State University
Wichita, KS05-2014
Skills
- Acrylic painting
- Watercolor painting
- Artistic techniques
- Weaving
- Ceramic sculpture
- Classroom management
- Collaborative projects
- Lesson planning
- Student mentoring
- Project-based learning
- Art history
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum implementation
Accomplishments
- Created and maintained a comprehensive, vertically aligned art curriculum adopted across seven grade levels, developing and measuring their growth over that span of time.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory of art supplies.
- Used knowledge of Spanish to connect with monolingual students.
- Improved student artistic proficiency by designing and delivering differentiated art instruction to classes of up to 33 students
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Elementary
German
Elementary
Timeline
K-6 Art Teacher
Washington Elementary School District
07.2015 - Current
Pre-k Through 9th Grade Art Teacher
Joy Christian School
07.2014 - 05.2015
Paraprofessional
Wichita School District 259
10.2010 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Preschool-12 Arts Education
Wichita State University