Kim Dabney
Queens,NY
Summary
Curious and innovative Visual Art Teacher adept at observing students' learning styles to structure unique lesson plans to help cultivate artistic success. Excellent organizational, and communication skills. Proficient in designing learning activities using elements of art, theories of artistic creativity and philosophies of prominent artists to help students gain extensive knowledge of various art forms. Minimalist in thinking and approach, making it easier for students to understand basic artistic procedures and applications.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Art Teacher
Beth Gavriel
09.2001 - 08.2016
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Researched best practices for arts integration and visual arts trends and applied new techniques to lesson plan material.
- Instructed students on visual arts techniques and assigned related art projects for students in K-6 grade levels.
- Worked with struggling students to offer additional help with classroom and hands-on learning.
- Tracked student behaviors and gave parents feedback to provide comprehensive support for student growth and development
Art Teacher
Children’s Aid - Dunlevy Milbank Center
09.1999 - 08.2001
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and sculpture.
Art Director
Fun Factory
09.1994 - 08.1999
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning to elementary school kids.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration for holidays and special events.
- Exercised and demonstrated use and mastery of elements of design to meet goals.
- Created, developed, and illustrated weekly event flier.
Artist/Illustrator
Interrace Magazine
09.1988 - 08.1993
- Provided artwork, and illustrations for articles, covers, and products to final versions for publication.
- Set layouts and selected photos for stories to boost readership.
- Managed junior editors to deliver accurate and engaging content.
Artist/Illustrator/Editorial Cartoonist
Alive & Well On Planet Earth
08.1986 - 10.1992
- Provided illustrations for magazine articles, covers and ads.
- Developed, wrote, and illustrated monthly magazine cartoon strip.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive subjects within art content in professional matter.
Window Designer
Elm Drugs/Elm Health
09.1978 - 09.1986
- Applied skill in color theory and composition to bring client visions to fruition.
- Created marketing materials, including flyers, posters and product catalogs to brand standards.
- Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management.
- Window designs for company brands for product sales.
Education
Computer Technology Certificate - Computer Arts And Graphics
The New School
New York, NY09.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts/Illustration/Media Arts
School of Visual Arts
New York, NY08.1986
High School Diploma -
Jamaica High School
Jamaica, NY08.1979
Skills
- Progress Reporting
- Visual Arts Instruction
- Drawing Organization
- Oil Painting
- Art Styles and Techniques
- Digital Photography
- Arts Integration
- Fine Arts
- Immersive Activities
- Mixed Media
- Studio Arts
- Acrylic Painting
- Sculpture
Timeline
Visual Art Teacher
Beth Gavriel
09.2001 - 08.2016
Art Teacher
Children’s Aid - Dunlevy Milbank Center
09.1999 - 08.2001
Art Director
Fun Factory
09.1994 - 08.1999
Artist/Illustrator
Interrace Magazine
09.1988 - 08.1993
Artist/Illustrator/Editorial Cartoonist
Alive & Well On Planet Earth
08.1986 - 10.1992
Window Designer
Elm Drugs/Elm Health
09.1978 - 09.1986
Computer Technology Certificate - Computer Arts And Graphics
The New School
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts/Illustration/Media Arts
School of Visual Arts
High School Diploma -
Jamaica High School
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