Kaelyn N. Bova
Summary
Passionate teacher candidate with a expected M.S in Inclusive Childhood Education (1-6) and a B.S in Visual Arts Education (PK-12), with a NYS Initial Certification and a Graphic Design minor from Daemen University, Well-versed in achieving student success with strong understanding of student-focused learning, classroom management and making interdisciplinary connections through the Arts. Successful in quickly building professional skills and acquiring new knowledge, surrounding educational pedagogy. Experience in collaborating with colleagues to create high quality formal and summative assessments that result in the understanding of elements within the field of Visual Arts Education.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Substitute Teacher
Depew Union Free School District
02.2023 - Current
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Substitute Teacher
Williamsville Central School District
06.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Senior Camp Counselor
YMCA Of Western New York
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
Education
Master of Science - Inclusive Childhood Education (1-6)
Daemen University
Amherst, NY08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Visual Arts Education (PK-12)
Daemen University
Amherst, NY05.2023
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School
Lancaster, NY06.2019
Skills
- Educational Strategizing in Culturally-Responsive Teaching, Social and Emotional Learning, Universal Design for Learning strategies, and Lesson Planning aligned to NYS Visual Art Standards
- Classroom Technology SMART Board, iPads, Chromebooks, Google Classroom, DocCAM, Schoology, Class Dojo, Prezi, Nearpod, Kahoot! Powerschool
- Proficient in Google Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, and Adobe Illustrator
- Art Proficiency In Drawing, Sculpture, Ceramics, Acrylic and Oil Painting, Figure Drawing, Serigraphy, and Graphic Design
- Art history knowledge of Ancient Medieval, Renaissance, and Modern and Contemporary eras
Certification
NYS Initial Certification, Visual Arts - 05/2023
NYS Initial Certification, Special Education (1-6) -08/2024
NYS Initial Certification, Childhood Education (1-6)- 08/2024
Practicum Experience
Lancaster High School - Lancaster, NY - 11/22 - 12/22
Grades 9-12
- Guided students in completing Visual Art lessons, including those within the Visual and Performing Arts Academy
The Summit Center - Getzville, NY - 09/22 - 11/22
Grades 9-12
- Implemented individualized instruction with students with Autism
Transit Middle School - Williamsville, NY - 03/22 - 04/22
Grades 5 - 8
- Implemented individualized and whole group instruction
Hillview Elementary School - Lancaster, NY - 10/21 - 11/21
Grades K - 3
- Guided students in completing Visual Art lessons
Professional Development
- Digital Make It and Take It - Awesome Art - BOCES, 2023
- Autism Workshop - BOCES , 2022
- Mandated Reporter Training , 2022
- Play is Learning: Buffalo Hearing and Speech Center , 2022
- Burchfield - Penney Art Center: Evening for Educators, 2022
- Prevention and Identification of Brain Injuries, including Abusive Head Trauma (AHT) , 2022
- Identifying and Responding to Anaphylaxis: Elijah's Law , 2022
Student Teaching
Sweet Home Middle School - Amherst, NY - 03/21/23 - 05/12/23
Grades 6-8
- Supported lessons with the use of 1-1 IPad technology.
- Enhanced lessons with digital/paperless feedback through presentations, videos using the Schoology application.
- Graded homework assignments and projects using Powerschool.
Cayuga Heights Elementary - Depew, NY - 1/17/23 - 03/10/23
Grades K-5
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
- Joined cooperating teacher in professional development classes after school.
Volunteering
- The Summit Center Art Exhibition; Daemen University, Amherst, NY - 2022
- Young Adult Life Transitions Program; Daemen University, Amherst, NY - 2021
- Creative Arts Assistant; John A. Sciole Elementary School, Lancaster, NY - 2019
Accomplishments
- Students With Disabilities (CST), 2023
- Educating All Students (EAS) , 2022
- Visual Arts (CST) , 2022
- Project SAVE, Child Abuse Training, Dignity for All Students (DASA), 2021
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Williamsville Central School District
06.2023 - Current
Senior Camp Counselor
YMCA Of Western New York
06.2023 - 09.2023
Building Substitute Teacher
Depew Union Free School District
02.2023 - Current
Master of Science - Inclusive Childhood Education (1-6)
Daemen University
Bachelor of Science - Visual Arts Education (PK-12)
Daemen University
High School Diploma -
Lancaster High School
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