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Kawon Jones

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Creative and passionate Visual Arts Instructor with over 9 years of successful experience delivering comprehensive arts education to elementary and middle school students (K-8). Adept at fostering artistic expression, integrating art into core subjects, and leading school-wide and community-based art initiatives. Skilled in a variety of artistic media including digital design, printmaking, painting, and sculpture. Known for developing engaging, inclusive, and innovative art programs that inspire young learners and build community connections.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Visual Arts Instructor

Kindezi West Charter School
08.2022 - Current
  • Deliver high-quality, standards-based visual arts instruction to a diverse student population (K-8).
  • Design and implement customized art curricula integrating digital and traditional mediums.
  • Led interactive digital art workshops, increasing student engagement.
  • Created several murals within the school and local community.
  • Partnered with teachers to integrate art into core subjects.
  • Organized student participation in local exhibitions and art projects.
  • Managed art department budget effectively.

Multimedia Designer

Freelance
05.2008 - Current
  • Manage creative projects from concept to completion.
  • Design custom visuals for clients across various industries.
  • Develop proposals and secure design contracts.
  • Deliver effective, timely design solutions.

Visual Arts Instructor

Atlanta Heights Charter School
08.2016 - 08.2022
  • Developed and taught comprehensive art lessons for grades K-8.
  • Instructed daily in painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media.
  • Curated campus art exhibitions.
  • Maintained collaborative relationships with staff and families.
  • Participated in open houses, orientations, and school events.
  • Mentored students to meet artistic and academic goals.

Education

MFA - Early Childhood Education

Mercer University
Atlanta, GA
01.2021

BA - Media Arts and Animation

The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
01.2007

Skills

  • Visual & Digital Arts Instruction (K-8)
  • Oil & Acrylic Painting
  • Digital Art & Adobe Creative Suite
  • Adaptive learning
  • Student engagement
  • Community & Public Art Projects
  • Art Exhibitions & Event Curation

Accomplishments

  • Charter School Teacher of the Week - SCSG
  • Student artwork featured in exhibitions
  • Created commissioned art for Zoo Atlanta
  • Nationally recognized as a Virtual Leader during COVID-19 (2020)
  • Developed award-winning digital designs
  • Established partnerships with community organizations

Portfolio Links

www.kawonjones.com, www.kawonjones.com

Timeline

Visual Arts Instructor

Kindezi West Charter School
08.2022 - Current

Visual Arts Instructor

Atlanta Heights Charter School
08.2016 - 08.2022

Multimedia Designer

Freelance
05.2008 - Current

BA - Media Arts and Animation

The Art Institute of Atlanta

MFA - Early Childhood Education

Mercer University

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