Kaylee Taylor
Chesterfield,VA
Summary
Dynamic art teacher specializing in student engagement and cross-curricular collaboration with expertise in multiple artistic media and curriculum development. Proven ability to implement creative projects and facilitate art exhibitions, ensuring a vibrant and supportive learning environment that inspires artistic growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Teacher K-12
Lavaca Public Schools
Lavaca , AR
08.2020 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to teach art fundamentals that aligned with AR state standards for K-12 students.
- Developed a cohesive curriculum map for all grade levels that integrated themes, media, and artist examples to foster a unified learning experience.
- Designed, demonstrated, and facilitated art projects using various mediums.
- Coordinated art exhibitions that highlighted student artwork, promoting community engagement and celebrating student creativity.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate art into cross-curricular lessons and activities.
- Managed 3 separate classroom environments, budgets, and supplies.
- Integrated technology tools into art instruction, enhancing student engagement and facilitating diverse learning experiences.
- Conducted workshops for students to explore different artistic techniques and styles.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Maintained accurate records regarding student attendance, grades, behavior reports.
- Utilized assessment strategies including portfolios, rubrics, reflections, and critiques to provide constructive feedback on artistic development.
- Created a safe and supportive learning environment for students of all ages.
Paraprofessional
King Elementary
Van Buren, AR
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Facilitated small group instruction to reinforce math and literacy learning concepts for students.
- Supported teachers in classroom management and student engagement activities.
- Oversaw all duties such as recess, lunch, and bus duty, maintaining student behavior in large groups.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR12-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art - Emphasis in Sculpture
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR12-2016
High School Diploma -
Saint Joe High School
Saint Joe05-2012
Skills
- Art curriculum development
- Creation focused lesson planning
- Artistic techniques mastery
- Classroom management
- Student assessment
- Student engagement
- Cross-curricular collaboration
- Exhibition organization
- Technology integration
- Art history
- Having FUN!!
Certification
Arkansas Teaching License issued 11/2021
Timeline
Art Teacher K-12
Lavaca Public Schools
08.2020 - 05.2025
Paraprofessional
King Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - Teaching
University of Central Arkansas
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Art - Emphasis in Sculpture
University of Central Arkansas
High School Diploma -
Saint Joe High School