Janice Gomes
Conway,SC
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in curriculum development and student engagement at Classical High School. Proven ability to foster collaborative team environments and enhance student-centered learning. Recognized for leading the National Art Honor Society and developing innovative art programs, driving student success and creativity in the fine arts.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Teacher Leader-Fine Arts Department
Classical High School
Providence, RI
09.2018 - 10.2025
- National Art Honor Society Chapter Supervisor, Sept. 2017 - Present
- Head Coach - Girls Soccer, August 2022 - Present
- Assistant Coach - Girl Softball, March 2022 - Present
- Sailing Supervisor - Classical HS, March 2018 - March 2021
- NEASC Coventry High School - Committee Member, March 2020
- 11th & 12th Grade Student Body Government Advisor, 2017 - 2018 SY
- Jewelry Design & Making I & II Curriculum Writer - Providence School Department, February 2019
Assistant Coach - Girl Soccer
Central High School
Providence, RI
08.2015 - 11.2022
- National Art Honor Society Chapter Supervisor, Sept. 2015 - June 2017
- Art Club Supervisor, Sept. 2013 - June 2017
- ILT Committee Member, Sept. 2015 - June 2017 (Minutes Keeper)
- Hero Committee Member, Sept. 2015 - June 2017
- Hiring Committee Member, 2015 - 2016 SY
- 11th Grade Student Body Government Advisor, 2016 - 2017 SY
- 10th Grade Student Body Government Advisor, 2015 - 2016 SY
- 9th Grade Student Body Government Advisor, 2014 - 2015 SY
- Discipline Committee, Sept. 2013 - June 2015
- Cheerleading Coach 2013 - 2014 SY
Art Instructor
Artists' Exchange
Cranston, RI
04.2011 - 08.2014
Visual Arts Curriculum Development Committee Member
Lillian Feinstein Elementary
Providence, RI
05.2013 - 06.2013
- Yearbook Advisor, Sept. 2011 - June 2013
- Art Club Supervisor, Sept. 2011 - June 2013
- School Improvement Team Member, 2012-13 SY
Art Instructor
Warwick Museum of Art
Warwick, RI
07.2009 - 08.2011
Education
Computer Science Exploration Certificate -
03.2025
Lexia LETRS Certificate of Mastery -
07.2024
BRIDGE-RI The Science of Reading and Structured Literacy -
06.2024
Therapeutic Art Life Coach Certification -
07.2020
AP Studio Art Certification -
07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Art Education
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI05.2007
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Student-centered learning
- Cross-disciplinary integration
- Collaborative team building
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
- 07/25, Nominated for Rhode Island High School Art Educator of the Year
- 12/24, Jack Breetveld Memorial Sportsmanship Award, Girls Soccer Classical HS
- Celebrating Art, Logan UT: National Art Publication, Recognized for having 15 or more students' artwork accepted for publication.
- Teacher of Distinction, Spring 2013, Spring 2012, Fall 2012
Certification
03/25 Computer Science Exploration Certificate
07/24 Lexia LETRS Certificate of Mastery
06/24 BRIDGE-RI The Science of Reading and Structured Literacy
07/20 Therapeutic Art Life Coach Certification
07/18 AP Studio Art Certification
07/24 Lexia LETRS Certificate of Mastery
06/24 BRIDGE-RI The Science of Reading and Structured Literacy
07/20 Therapeutic Art Life Coach Certification
07/18 AP Studio Art Certification
References
▪ Dr. Rebecca Shipe, Associate Professor, Department of Art, Department of
Educational Studies (401) 456-9580 rshipe@ric.edu
▪ Robert Palazzo, Athletic Director, Classical High School
(401) 580-6238 robert.palazzo@ppsd.org
▪ Patrice Roberts, Physical/Health Educator, Classical High School
(401) 451-3276 patrice.roberts@ppsd.org
Timeline
Acting Teacher Leader-Fine Arts Department
Classical High School
09.2018 - 10.2025
Assistant Coach - Girl Soccer
Central High School
08.2015 - 11.2022
Visual Arts Curriculum Development Committee Member
Lillian Feinstein Elementary
05.2013 - 06.2013
Art Instructor
Artists' Exchange
04.2011 - 08.2014
Art Instructor
Warwick Museum of Art
07.2009 - 08.2011
Computer Science Exploration Certificate -
Lexia LETRS Certificate of Mastery -
BRIDGE-RI The Science of Reading and Structured Literacy -
Therapeutic Art Life Coach Certification -
AP Studio Art Certification -
Bachelor of Science - Art Education
Rhode Island College
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art
Rhode Island College