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Katie Papai

Summary

Outgoing teacher driven by passion to promote the love of art and learning. I believe everyone is an artist, some just haven't had the right teacher to show them.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Elf

Avilla Legion
12.2017 - Current
  • Christmas family tradition, every year my uncle dresses up as Santa Claus and my father and I dress up as elves.
  • We go to several different locations each Christmas spreading joy to hundreds of children.
  • We take time for each child asking them what they want for Christmas, how old they are, if they have been helping their parents throughout the year, etc. Finishing it off with giving every child a stuffed animal/toy.
  • We sing and dance in front of a vast crowd of grandparents, parents and children.

Middle School Practicum

Highland Middle School
08.2022 - 12.2022
  • Taught and assisted 8th grade art class.
  • Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
  • Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
  • Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
  • Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.

Saturday Art School Teacher

Ball Sate University
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Taught 1st-2nd graders the art of frottage.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore the elements and principles of art with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
  • Communicated with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
  • Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
  • Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
  • Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.

Hair Stylist

Great Clips/ Sports Clips
08.2020 - 09.2022
  • Cut hair for children and adults.
  • Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair based on customer preference.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.
  • Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
  • Communicated with costumers and staff for ultimate satisfaction.

Waitress

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers.
  • Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.

Upwards Cheerleading Coach

South Milford Church Of Christ
01.2018 - 03.2020
  • Taught PreK-6th graders the joy of cheerleading along with with cheerleading safety and etiquette.
  • Enlightened cheerleaders to the word of God with a new word of the week from the Bible that we discussed during prayer circle.
  • Paid specific attention to each individual team member to deliver constructive criticism balanced with praise.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.

Night to Shine

Tim Tebow Foundation
02.2019 - 02.2020
  • Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God's love, for people with special needs, ages 14 and older, no age limit.
  • Spread kindness, love and acceptance through the unbelievable opportunity doing hair and makeup for the most beautiful and special people.

Football Team Manager

Prairie Heights High School
08.2015 - 10.2015
  • Manage and improve team operations with diplomatic and resourceful leadership.
  • Managed players safety, laundry, water breaks, bus organizations, and point system.

Education

Technical Honors Diploma -

Prairie Heights High School
LaGrange, IN
05.2020

Cosmetology License -

Impact Institute
Dowling, Kendallville, IN
05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Art Education

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05.2024

Skills

  • Good communicator
  • Outgoing
  • Organized
  • Work well with others
  • Passionate
  • Enthusiastic
  • Providing constructive criticism

Awards

  • Next Generation Scholarship.
  • Prairie Heights Future Leadership Scholarship.
  • Lagrange County REMC Scholarship.
  • Muriel Majane Scholarship.

Timeline

Saturday Art School Teacher

Ball Sate University
09.2022 - 11.2022

Middle School Practicum

Highland Middle School
08.2022 - 12.2022

Waitress

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
06.2021 - 08.2021

Hair Stylist

Great Clips/ Sports Clips
08.2020 - 09.2022

Night to Shine

Tim Tebow Foundation
02.2019 - 02.2020

Upwards Cheerleading Coach

South Milford Church Of Christ
01.2018 - 03.2020

Elf

Avilla Legion
12.2017 - Current

Football Team Manager

Prairie Heights High School
08.2015 - 10.2015

Technical Honors Diploma -

Prairie Heights High School

Cosmetology License -

Impact Institute

Bachelor of Science - Art Education

Ball State University

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