Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
LEADERSHIP & INSTRUCTIONAL STRENGTHS
ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
SELECTED PROFESSIONAL & CREATIVE EXPERIENCE
Languages
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JULIET WALZER

Port Washington,NY

Summary

New York State-certified educator with 7+ years of experience across elementary and middle school settings, spanning general education, special education, ENL, SNL, visual arts, STEAM, and bilingual Spanish-language instruction. Skilled in designing differentiated, interdisciplinary curriculum that engages diverse learners and advances academic, social-emotional, and creative growth. Brings strong expertise in classroom management, family and team collaboration, budget oversight, and professional development for educators. I strive to create an inclusive, structured, and joyful learning environment that fosters curiosity, confidence, exploration, and student voice.

Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Art Teacher, Lower School, Grades 3–5 | One-Year Leave Replacement

Ethical Culture Fieldston School (ECFS)
New York, NY
01.2026 - Current
  • Design and teach a comprehensive visual arts program for grades 3–5, incorporating drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, design, and mixed media.
  • Teach ceramics and hands-on studio practices, guiding students through material exploration, craftsmanship, creative problem-solving, and reflection.
  • Develop STEAM-integrated projects that connect visual arts with mathematics, science, engineering, environmental studies, and problem-solving.
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers and grade-level teams to develop interdisciplinary projects that connect art with science, literature, social-emotional learning, and classroom studies.
  • Foster an inclusive studio environment that encourages experimentation, risk-taking, craftsmanship, student voice, and thoughtful artistic decision-making.
  • Manage the visual arts materials budget, including purchasing, resource allocation, inventory, and maintenance of classroom and studio supplies.
  • Curate and prepare student artwork for schoolwide exhibitions and community displays.

Lead Visual Arts Educator & Program Developer

M.S. 50 Community School / John D. Wells Middle School
Brooklyn, NY
01.2021 - 01.2025
  • Designed and led the school's visual arts program for grades 6–8, serving general education, special education, bilingual, and multilingual learners.
  • Designed interdisciplinary projects connecting visual arts with identity, cultural heritage, social justice, literacy, and community issues.
  • Managed the visual arts department budget and secured additional resources through school events, donor campaigns, and community partnerships.
  • Developed a comprehensive ceramics program, teaching handbuilding, wheel throwing, clay preparation, glazing, kiln firing, and studio safety.
  • Led professional development for faculty focused on classroom management, arts-based instruction, and hands-on experiential learning strategies.
  • Mentored first-year teachers and supported colleagues with classroom management, lesson planning, and student engagement.
  • Collaborated with teachers and school leadership to plan schoolwide exhibitions, performances, interdisciplinary events, and student showcases.
  • Served on the school's Equity Team and LGBTQ+ Alliance, contributing to initiatives focused on inclusion, belonging, and student voice.

Art & Spanish Teacher, Grades 6–8

Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy I
New York, NY
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Instructed visual arts and Spanish to middle school students, adapting lessons for diverse academic and language levels to enhance engagement.
  • Designed engaging, standards-aligned curriculum incorporating studio practice, cultural exploration, and interdisciplinary learning.
  • Differentiated instruction to support multilingual learners, students with IEPs, and diverse learning needs.
  • Established structured studio routines and classroom systems that promoted student independence, collaboration, and accountability.
  • Partnered with classroom teachers and families to foster student academic and personal growth through tailored support and communication.

K–5 Visual Arts Teacher

Chatterton Elementary School
Bronx, NY
01.2020 - 01.2020
  • Taught visual arts to K–5 students, developing engaging lessons in drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media that fostered creativity and self-expression.
  • Designed accessible projects that promoted creativity, fine-motor development, and student expression, enhancing overall artistic skills.
  • Redesigned curriculum and instructional materials for remote learning during the transition to virtual instruction.

English as a New Language (ENL) Teacher

Tel Nordau School
Tel Aviv, Israel
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Delivered interactive, project-based English-language instruction to multilingual elementary students, enhancing engagement and language skills.
  • Created experiential learning opportunities integrating language development with art, culture, and local community, fostering real-world connections.
  • Partnered with classroom teachers and families to facilitate effective support for students' language acquisition and academic growth.

Education

Master of Fine Arts - Applied Arts

School of Visual Arts (SVA)
New York, NY
05-2022

Bachelor of Science - Visual Arts Education

State University of New York At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
01-2019

Skills

  • Visual arts curriculum
  • STEAM integration
  • Cultural responsiveness
  • Special education services
  • Multilingual education

Certification

New York State Professional Certification — Visual Arts Education, K–12

LEADERSHIP & INSTRUCTIONAL STRENGTHS

  • Visual Arts Program Development
  • Classroom Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • General & Special Education
  • ENL & SNL Instruction
  • Spanish-Bilingual Education
  • Interdisciplinary Curriculum
  • STEAM Education
  • Ceramics & Studio Practice
  • Experiential Learning
  • Professional Development
  • Teacher Mentorship
  • Department Budget Management
  • Fundraising & Resource Development
  • Student Exhibitions
  • Family & Community Engagement
  • Inclusive & Culturally Responsive Teaching

ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • Independent Language Educator & Ceramic Artist — Mexico City, Mexico
  • 2025–Present
  • Provide individualized English and Spanish instruction to students across a range of ages and proficiency levels.
  • Develop differentiated lessons focused on communication, literacy, vocabulary development, and confidence in language use.
  • Maintain an active ceramic studio practice specializing in handbuilding, wheel throwing, glaze development, and kiln firing.

SELECTED PROFESSIONAL & CREATIVE EXPERIENCE

  • Active practicing ceramic artist with 10+ years of studio experience in handbuilding, wheel throwing, glaze development, and kiln firing.
  • Exhibited artwork at Van Der Plas Gallery, SVA Galleries, SUNY New Paltz, and The Teller Magazine.
  • Presented on arts education and interdisciplinary teaching through professional and higher-education programming.
  • Experienced working with IEP, MLL, Title I, 12:1, bilingual, and diverse learning populations.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional

Timeline

Lead Art Teacher, Lower School, Grades 3–5 | One-Year Leave Replacement

Ethical Culture Fieldston School (ECFS)
01.2026 - Current

Lead Visual Arts Educator & Program Developer

M.S. 50 Community School / John D. Wells Middle School
01.2021 - 01.2025

Art & Spanish Teacher, Grades 6–8

Harlem Children's Zone Promise Academy I
01.2020 - 01.2021

K–5 Visual Arts Teacher

Chatterton Elementary School
01.2020 - 01.2020

English as a New Language (ENL) Teacher

Tel Nordau School
01.2019 - 01.2020

Master of Fine Arts - Applied Arts

School of Visual Arts (SVA)

Bachelor of Science - Visual Arts Education

State University of New York At New Paltz

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