Jennifer Northcraft
Leadville,CO
Summary
Outgoing professional engages with students to promote love of learning. Fosters creative environment, designing lesson plans and assessing student progress. Valuable educator passionate about art and art history.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Skills
Artistic Talent
Positive Reinforcement
Collaborative Teaching
Art exhibition organization
Supply Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Organization and Planning
Parent-Teacher Communication
Work History
Co-Owner and Design Manager
NorthCraft Neighborhoods
08.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
- Collaborated with architects and contractors to seamlessly integrate interior design elements in construction projects for 12 completed homes.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently delivering creative and innovative interior design solutions through in person and online communications.
- Created materials and designs for use in client presentations and communications for cabinets, flooring, tile, lighting, and all interior and exterior finishes,
- Oversaw quality control measures for all deliverables, ensuring consistent output aligned with client expectations by creating plans for tile implementation and ordering.
- Increased sales and marketing by creating visually impactful promotional materials for marketing our new homes and created a website using a template that includes all information about our company and building brand.
Business Owner and Art Teacher
JNorthcraft Studios
08.2012 - 09.2015
- Enhanced student creativity by introducing various art techniques and mediums during summer camp programs as well as in after school art programs.
- Designed engaging lesson plans for students in pre-K - 5th grade that fostered artistic growth while adhering to state and national standards for arts education.
- Managed materials inventory effectively, ensuring adequate supplies were available for all students'' needs without exceeding budget constraints.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed about their child's progress and achievements in arts program.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Elementary Art Teacher
School District 27J
08.2009 - 08.2012
- Inspired K-5th grade students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Developed a first year art program for the school using district and state art standards
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular projects, connecting art with other subjects.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate the varying skill levels and abilities of each individual student.
- Organized successful art exhibitions showcasing student work both within the school and community settings.
- Championed the importance of arts education within the broader school community, advocating for continued support of programs that enrich students'' lives beyond academics.
- Managed materials inventory effectively, ensuring adequate supplies were available for all students'' needs without exceeding budget constraints.
Teacher’s Assistant
Independence (Flatiron) Academy
03.2008 - 06.2009
- Supported special education teacher to assist students with multiple learning disorders in significant support needs (SSN) classroom at a day treatment school
- Assisted in development of individualized education plans to meet diverse learning needs by providing one-on-one learning activities based on IEP goals
- Trained in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) classroom management strategies
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed by tracking progress for students as develop life skills and pursue educational goals
- Contributed to quarterly student progress reports as Case Manager
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Middle School Art Teacher
Weld County Re-1 School District
08.2006 - 08.2007
- Instructed both 9 week art course and year long art classes for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students at two different schools as District Middle School Art Department Chair
- Developed curriculum that aligned with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required material.
- Devised and implemented classroom management strategies, maintaining safe and pleasant learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create cross-curricular units that integrated arts with other subjects.
- Enhanced students'' creative expression through variety of art mediums, including painting, drawing, and sculpture.
- Organized school-wide art exhibits to showcase student talent and promote appreciation for arts within the community.
- Head Coach 7th grade girls volleyball, August 2006 – October 2006.
High School Art Teacher
Blue Springs School District
08.2003 - 08.2006
- Instructed on foundations of art including elements of art, principles of design and art history
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Developed assessment tools for evaluating student progress, providing timely feedback to guide improvements.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop Blue Springs School District 9th grade art curriculum
- Mentored new teachers in the department, sharing best practices for curriculum design and classroom management techniques - Cooperative Teacher for Student Teacher , Feb-April 2006
- High School Assistant Girls’ Track Coach, October 2004 – May 2006
- Organized school-wide art exhibitions showcasing student artwork, promoting community involvement and appreciation for arts as Freshman Center Student Coordinator for Blue Springs Student Art Show, October 2003 – May 2006
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education ART K-12
University of Missouri in Kansas City
Kansas City, MO05.2003
Certification
Colorado Professional Teacher License Art K-12
- March 2006 - March 2016
Missouri Professional Teaching Certification Art K-12
- May 2003-May 2009
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