Jason (Jay) Mealer

Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional certified in K-12 Visual Arts and licensed in Colorado. Polished in integrating art history, art appreciation and art criticism into all lesson plans and collaborating with classroom teachers to incorporate learning through art. Committed to using my education and experience to enthusiastically design lessons to accommodate a broad range of learning styles while encouraging students to reach fullest potential.

• Successfully integrated visual arts into classroom studies of the literary arts by guiding learners to collaborate, illustrate, and publish a book.
• Arranged art showings at the Municipal Center of Federal Heights, Denver Rescue Mission, Anythink Huron Library, and the Westminster Civic Center.
• Implemented art clubs for 5th and 6th grade students entitled 'Words to Draw By', 'Twist Me a Story' and 'School Beautification.
• Introduced "Comic Book Classroom" to the school. This professional program teaches comic book illustration and writing.