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Jessica Czachowski

Norwich

Summary

Dedicated Middle School Art Teacher with 12 years of experience in nurturing creativity and student engagement. Skilled in choreography development and inclusive teaching strategies, leading to numerous successful student exhibitions and performances. Proven track record in inspiring learners through collaborative projects that enhance artistic expression. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment that promotes creativity across diverse student backgrounds.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Colorguard Instructor

New Hartford Central School District
New Hartford
11.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with other instructors on choreography ideas and color guard strategies.
  • Organized and executed Color Guard drills and techniques with students.
  • Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.

Colorguard Designer

Norwich City School District
Norwich
07.2021 - Current
  • Demonstrated proper spinning, tossing, and marching techniques during practice sessions.
  • Designed color guard flags, equipment, and the design of work that the students performed during shows.
  • Supported and mentored junior team members to promote collaboration and improve collective expertise.

Middle School Art Teacher

Sherburne-earlville Central Schools
Sherburne
09.2013 - Current
  • Designed and implemented engaging art lessons for grades 6-8, focusing on both traditional and contemporary art techniques.
  • Created a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment to support diverse learning styles and abilities.
  • Organized student art exhibitions and community art initiatives to showcase student work and foster appreciation for the arts.
  • Integrated technology into the curriculum to enhance student engagement and artistic expression.

Dance Teacher

Perkins School of the Arts
Norwich
09.2013 - Current
  • Choreographed performance pieces for recitals, competitions, and community events, showcasing students' skills and progress.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive dance curriculum for students, focusing on ballet, jazz, and modern dance techniques.
  • Instructed students in proper technique, terminology and performance of various styles of dance such as ballet, tap, jazz, and modern.

Education

Master of Science - Art Education

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
12-2010

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts

State Univeristy of New York At Oswego
Oswego, NY
05-2004

Skills

  • Art curriculum design
  • Student assessment
  • Choreography development
  • Collaboration techniques
  • Inclusive teaching strategies
  • Performance choreography
  • Communication skills
  • Project-based learning
  • Student engagement
  • Motivational

Certification

  • NYS Visual Arts, Professional Certificate - 01/29/2019

Timeline

Colorguard Instructor

New Hartford Central School District
11.2022 - Current

Colorguard Designer

Norwich City School District
07.2021 - Current

Middle School Art Teacher

Sherburne-earlville Central Schools
09.2013 - Current

Dance Teacher

Perkins School of the Arts
09.2013 - Current

Master of Science - Art Education

Syracuse University

Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts

State Univeristy of New York At Oswego
Jessica Czachowski