Kara Oxner
Art Educator
Issaquah
Summary
Art education professional with passion for fostering artistic creativity and intellectual growth. Developed and implemented comprehensive art programs that engage and inspire students. Known for collaborative skills and adaptability, ensuring cohesive team dynamics and positive outcomes. Expertise in diverse art techniques and effective classroom management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Art Educator
Tahoma Senior High School
09.2014 - Current
- Engaged students in Graphic Design, Painting, Drawing, Ceramics and Intro to 2-D Art to further their individual skills as artists for future career goals and problem-solving skills.
Transportation Management Office
Oregon Air National Guard- Portland, OR
09.2014 - Current
- Provide leadership in Transportation support operations during deployments.
Art Educator
Elkhart Central High School
09.2011 - 09.2014
- Engaged students in Graphic Design, Painting, Drawing, and Intro to 2-D Art to further their individual skills as artists for future career goals and problem-solving skills.
Logistics/Supply
Indiana Air National Guard- Fort Wayne, IN
09.2000 - 09.2014
- Provide leadership in logistical support operations during deployments.
Faculty Advisor
National Young Leaders State Conference NYLSC
09.2010 - 05.2011
- Worked with high achieving scholars on leadership and character-building skills
- 6th – 9th grade
Faculty Advisor
National Young Scholars Program NYSP
06.2010 - 08.2010
- Worked with high achieving scholars in Medicine, CSI and Creative Construction.
- 3rd – 5th grade
Art Teacher
Keystone Christian School- Ft Wayne, IN
09.2009 - 06.2010
- Created exciting lesson plans that actively engaged learners and their understanding and appreciation of the visual arts.
- Pre-k -12 Art 1,2,3,4
Art Teacher
Ridgewood Elementary- Winterville, NC
09.2008 - 06.2009
- Assisted students in starting an after-school comic book design club that help to provide students with additional opportunities to further their artistic capabilities and interest.
- Successfully involved the school and community in art shows, contests and a silent art auction to raise money and an awareness of how important the visual arts are for the students.
Art Teacher
Creekside Elementary- Winterville, NC
09.2007 - 06.2008
- Organized displays of student artwork throughout the school and collaborated with classroom teachers to integrate art curriculum with classroom topics.
- Created fun and innovative lessons plans for exceptional students.
Art Teacher
North Pitt High School- Greenville, NC
09.2007 - 06.2008
- Implemented various teaching strategies by using technology in the classroom such as smart board, Photoshop and PowerPoint presentation stations to impact classroom activity.
- Art 1
Education
Master of Education - Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Eastern Washington University
06-2026
Associate degree - Logistics
Community College of the Air Force
01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education with Industrial Design Emphasis
Purdue University
West Lafayette, Indiana06-2007
Skills
Art therapy techniques
Parent-teacher communication
Online teaching
Collaborative teaching
Digital art proficiency
Project-based learning
Educational technology
Portfolio development
Artistic expression
Art history
Visual literacy
Art club sponsorship
Affiliations
- National Art Education Association (NAEA)
- Junior Enlisted Council (JEC)
- National Guard Association of Indiana (NGAI)
Certification
National Board Certified (NBTS)
Timeline
Art Educator
Tahoma Senior High School
09.2014 - Current
Transportation Management Office
Oregon Air National Guard- Portland, OR
09.2014 - Current
Art Educator
Elkhart Central High School
09.2011 - 09.2014
Faculty Advisor
National Young Leaders State Conference NYLSC
09.2010 - 05.2011
Faculty Advisor
National Young Scholars Program NYSP
06.2010 - 08.2010
Art Teacher
Keystone Christian School- Ft Wayne, IN
09.2009 - 06.2010
Art Teacher
Ridgewood Elementary- Winterville, NC
09.2008 - 06.2009
Art Teacher
Creekside Elementary- Winterville, NC
09.2007 - 06.2008
Art Teacher
North Pitt High School- Greenville, NC
09.2007 - 06.2008
Logistics/Supply
Indiana Air National Guard- Fort Wayne, IN
09.2000 - 09.2014
Associate degree - Logistics
Community College of the Air Force
Master of Education - Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Eastern Washington University
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education with Industrial Design Emphasis
Purdue University