Jessica Zimmerman
Homer,NY
Summary
Creative Art Teacher with 15 years of experience instructing students on basics of drawing, painting, and three dimensional art. Articulate communicator skilled at conveying ideas to students with various learning styles. Supporting students in understanding artistic concepts and building creative abilities. Empowers students to explore their authentic selves and convey those ideas through visual art materials.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
Homer Central School District
Homer, NY
08.2009 - 09.2021
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art concepts such as perspective, color theory, drawing, painting and sculpting.
- Organized field trips to local galleries and museums to provide students with real-life examples of artwork.
- Applied and obtained grant funding to enhance school supply budget.
- Hosted several art shows a year displaying all student work.
- Helped students prepare portfolios for collage entrance.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development related to Art classes.
Art Teacher
Utica City School District
Utica, NY
09.2008 - 09.2009
- Created engaging activities for students to explore their creativity through art projects.
- Encouraged students to think critically about artwork and discuss its meaning or purpose.
- Demonstrated techniques in a variety of mediums including charcoal, pastels, acrylics, watercolors and oils.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance.
Education
Master of Science - Art Education
SUNY College At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY08.2012
Skills
- Colleague Collaboration
- Curricula Planning
- Supply Management
- Desktop Publishing Software
- Fine Arts Theory
- Public Speaking
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Event Planning
- Multimedia instruction
- Project-based learning
Timeline
Art Teacher
Homer Central School District
08.2009 - 09.2021
Art Teacher
Utica City School District
09.2008 - 09.2009
Master of Science - Art Education
SUNY College At New Paltz
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