Katelynn May
Chippewa Lake
Summary
Dedicated student teacher and upcoming graduate with a strong passion for art education, media exploration, and inclusive instruction. Experienced in observing and student teaching at Cloverleaf, a district with deep personal and community ties as a former student. Committed to fostering creativity, goal-oriented learning, and a supportive classroom environment for students of all abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Guest Art Teacher
Miller B. South Middle School for Performing and Visual Arts
Akron
05.2022 - Current
- Facilitated an art station alongside fellow student helpers, meticulously planning materials in advance. Worked effectively within timed stations of four participants, providing individualized creative feedback to enhance the learning experience.
Highschool Field Observations
Cloverleaf Highschool
Seville
- Assisted with planning and delivering secondary-level art lessons, supporting students with demonstrations, individualized guidance, and classroom management in a diverse high school setting.
Elementary Field Experience
Cloverleaf Elementary School
Seville
Housekeeper
Westfield Insurance
Westfield
- Cleaned and sanitized spaces, ensuring a hygienic environment for employees.
Records Management
Westfield Insurance Records Management
Westfield
- Gained proficiency in filing records for Westfield Insurance using scanners and effectively purged outdated yet important personal files.
Education
BA - ART EDUCATION
University of Akron
Akron, OH 08.2022 - 05.2026
HIGHSCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Cloverleaf Local Schools
Seville, OHSkills
- Art Principles
- Communication
- Organization
- Creativity
- Enthusiasm
- Art History
- Color Theory
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Art lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Individualized instruction
- Creative feedback
- Student engagement
- Material organization
- Effective communication
- Progress reporting
Certification
- P-K Ohio Visual Art License, Myers School of Art, Spring 2026
- 3 Year Pre-Service Teacher Permit, Fall 2024 - 2027
- Standard Substitute Teaching License, 2026 - 2031
References
- Julie Krueger, Highschool Art Teacher, Cloverleaf Local School District, jkrueger@cloverleaflocal.org , (330)-256-6460
- Elisa Gargarella, Art Education Professor, The University of Akron, gelisa@uakron.edu, (330)-972-8325
- Sherry Simms, Fine Art Professor, The University of Akron, ssimms@uakron.edu, (330)-972-8325
Exhibitions
- NASAD Exhibition, Spring 2025, Wooden sculpture as well as multiple pieces of jewelry & ceramics., Akron, OH
- 89th Juried Student Exhibition, Spring 2023, 2 paintings featured., Akron, OH
Student Teaching
- Cloverleaf Highschool, Seville, OH, Mrs. Krueger, Fall 2025, Completely and willingly took on the role of planning, grading and delivering secondary-level art lessons, supporting students with demonstrations, individualized guidance, and classroom management.
- Cloverleaf Elementary School, Seville, OH, Mrs. Fruits, Fall 2022, Elementary field experience. Observed and got to know Mrs.Fruits and her students.
Timeline
BA - ART EDUCATION
University of Akron
08.2022 - 05.2026
Guest Art Teacher
Miller B. South Middle School for Performing and Visual Arts
05.2022 - Current
Highschool Field Observations
Cloverleaf Highschool
Elementary Field Experience
Cloverleaf Elementary School
Housekeeper
Westfield Insurance
Records Management
Westfield Insurance Records Management
HIGHSCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Cloverleaf Local Schools