Kade Frees
Silt,Colorado
Summary
Dedicated and dynamic educator with strong focus in classroom management, student engagement, building student teacher relationships and inclusive instructional practices. Committed to fostering creativity and critical thinking through differentiated, student-centered learning experiences in both art and science. Skilled at designing engaging and relatable lessons that meet diverse learning needs while cultivating a supportive, collaborative classroom environment that promotes academic growth and curiosity.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Art Teacher
Mesa Public Schools
Mesa, Arizona
07.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with state art standards.
- Facilitated hands-on art projects using various mediums and techniques.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Assessed student work through rubrics, tests, and other methods of evaluation.
- Encouraged student creativity with motivation, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Developed strategies for including students with diverse learning needs in art projects.
- Differentiated instruction for students with a wide range of skill and interest levels.
8th Grade Science Teacher
Mesa Public Schools
Mesa, Arizona
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Designed interactive lesson plans that fostered student engagement in scientific concepts and hands-on experiments.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Adapted lessons for ELL students, ensuring equitable access to scientific content for all learners.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, administrators, and other faculty members.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and classroom updates.
- Attended plc meetings related to best practices in teaching Science.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Secondary Education
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, COSkills
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Project-based learning
- Student engagement
- Inclusive education
- Cultural sensitivity
- Inclusivity awareness
- Parent communication
- Lecturing and leading discussions
- Creative problem solving
- Motivational strategies
- Resource utilization
- Professional development
- Adaptability
- Relationship building
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
High School Art Teacher
Mesa Public Schools
07.2025 - Current
8th Grade Science Teacher
Mesa Public Schools
07.2024 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Arizona State University
Some College (No Degree) - Secondary Education
Colorado Mesa University