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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
Arts Leadership And Supervisory Skills
Awards And Professional Affiliations
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Jennifer Eskew

New Braunfels,TX

Summary

Dynamic art educator with a proven track record in education, excelling in arts leadership and curriculum development. Renowned for mentoring aspiring artists and fostering community engagement, I integrate social-emotional learning into innovative programs. Committed to equity advocacy, I deliver impactful workshops that inspire creativity and collaboration among students and educators alike.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Art Educator & Visual Arts Leader

Startzville Elementary, Comal ISD
Canyon Lake, USA
01.2022 - Current
  • Founded the Art Club and Student Council with an arts-based leadership model.
  • Presented at district-wide and state professional development for visual arts.
  • Selected for the Comal ISD Leadership Academy; DEIC campus representative.
  • Taught K–5 visual art with a focus on creativity, healing-centered practices, and integration.
  • Collaborated with other teachers on joint projects or initiatives related to arts education.
  • Organized field trips to museums or galleries to expose students to different styles of art.
  • Led field trips to museums and galleries, enriching students' understanding of art history and contemporary practices.

Lead Art Educator & Mentor

Forester Elementary, NISD
San Antonio, USA
01.2008 - 01.2022
  • Led over 20 chalk teams and mentored 14 art clubs
  • Student Council Advisor (14 years) – recognized by National Honor Council
  • Served as district curriculum reviewer and campus art lead
  • Delivered workshops for district-wide visual art instruction
  • Guided principal internship with leadership focus on fine arts equity

Art Teacher & Campus Event Coordinator

Cody Elementary, NISD
San Antonio, USA
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Led art curriculum for grades K–5
  • Directed 25-year anniversary celebration focused on historical art themes
  • Established early initiatives connecting art to school culture and identity

Early Childhood Arts Instructor

Misawa Airbase Preschool, U.S. Air Force
Misawa, Japan
01.2001 - 01.2006
  • Designed and implemented play-based visual art lessons in early childhood classrooms
  • Completed specialized Air Force training in early childhood education

Middle School Art & History Teacher

Fort Bend ISD
Missouri City, USA
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Taught 6th–8th grade art, including level 1 and 2 curriculum
  • Integrated art into social studies through thematic projects like Civil War journals

Education

M.Ed. - Educational Leadership

University of Texas at San Antonio
01.2021

B.A. - Art History

University of Texas Permian Basin
01.1999

Master of Arts - Art Education

Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX

Skills

  • Arts Leadership
  • Supervisory Skills
  • Visual Arts Program Development
  • Art Curriculum Creation
  • Social-Emotional Learning Integration
  • District-level art in-services development
  • Jurors for art competitions
  • Instructional coaching
  • Mentorship
  • Collaborative planning
  • PLC Leadership
  • Strategic leadership
  • Equity Advocacy
  • Operational Leadership
  • Community Engagement
  • Event organization
  • Partnership Facilitation

References

  • Casey Calland, Principal, casey.calland@comalisd.org, 830-885-8000
  • Leah Stephenson, Assistant Principal, leah.stephenson@comalisd.org, 830-885-8000
  • Kelly Mantle, Former Principal, kelly.mantle@nisd.net, 210-397-0210
  • Ileana Perez, Former Associate Principal, ileana.perez@nisd.net, 210-397-0215
  • Terri Yasger, Art Supervisor, theresa.yasger@nisd.net, 210-397-8645
  • Pauline Cornforth, GT Specialist, pauline.cornforth@nisd.net, 210-842-5138

Certification

  • Principal as Instructional Leader EC–12
  • Generalist EC–4
  • Elementary Self-Contained Grades 1–8
  • Elementary History Grades 1–8
  • All-Level Art PK–12
  • AEL
  • T-TESS Certified, 10/01/20

Arts Leadership And Supervisory Skills

  • Visual Arts Program Development
  • Founded and led 14+ elementary Art Clubs and 20+ Chalk Art Teams
  • Created art curricula aligned to TEKS and integrated social-emotional learning
  • Developed and implemented district-level art in-services for K–5 educators
  • Juror for multiple scholastic art competitions and community showcases
  • Instructional Coaching & Mentorship
  • Mentored over 9 student teachers from UTSA, Texas State, St. Mary's, and OLLU
  • Supported new and veteran art teachers through coaching and collaborative planning
  • Served as PLC leader and team lead in diverse school environments
  • Strategic Leadership & Equity
  • Championed art advocacy and equitable access through Student Council initiatives
  • Served on DEIC, contributing to District of Innovation and bond planning
  • Internship as a school administrator, 08/01/20 - 05/31/21
  • Community Engagement & Enrichment
  • Organized and led campus-wide art exhibits, field trips, and community art events
  • Facilitated partnerships between schools, parent organizations, and local arts groups
  • Led 25th anniversary campus celebration as a cultural and historical arts event

Awards And Professional Affiliations

  • Educator of the Year (Cody Elementary & Forester Elementary)
  • Educator of the Year, Comal ISD
  • Elementary Art Educator of the Year
  • Northside Education Grant Recipient
  • TAEA Member nominated Elementary Fine Arts Educator of the Year
  • 590 Award for Excellence in Education
  • Teacher of the 9 weeks

Timeline

Art Educator & Visual Arts Leader

Startzville Elementary, Comal ISD
01.2022 - Current

Lead Art Educator & Mentor

Forester Elementary, NISD
01.2008 - 01.2022

Art Teacher & Campus Event Coordinator

Cody Elementary, NISD
01.2006 - 01.2008

Early Childhood Arts Instructor

Misawa Airbase Preschool, U.S. Air Force
01.2001 - 01.2006

Middle School Art & History Teacher

Fort Bend ISD
01.1999 - 01.2000

M.Ed. - Educational Leadership

University of Texas at San Antonio

B.A. - Art History

University of Texas Permian Basin

Master of Arts - Art Education

Texas Tech University

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