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Kimberly Popolizio

Rhinebeck

Summary

As a seasoned art educator with 25 years of experience, I integrate classroom expertise and entrepreneurial spirit. After 15 years teaching K-12 art and general education, I founded an art studio dedicated to nurturing students' social and emotional growth through process and expressive arts. At i2Evolve, we provide a supportive environment where children disconnect from stress and express themselves creatively, empowering them with tools for self-regulation, self-awareness, and personal growth. My passion is crafting inclusive art experiences for all abilities, using art's transformative power to inspire development and empowerment.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner, Operator, Instructor

i2Evolve Art Studio
Red Hook
06.2017 - Current
  • Established and manage an art studio school, creating a nurturing environment that promotes self-expression and creativity, leading to improved self-regulation and self-awareness.
  • Developed specialized trauma-informed art curricula for students in residential care and foster care systems.
  • Managed artistic initiatives in a therapeutic day treatment environment.
  • Organized workshops spotlighting art and mindfulness for the benefit of Kinship Care participants.
  • Delivered professional development workshops for local schools, equipping educators and counselors with innovative techniques to integrate art into their curricula for social and emotional learning.
  • Provided intuitive art-making and mindfulness professional development for private practice mental health practitioners.
  • Community Engagement: Facilitated community art initiatives that connect local residents, fostering inclusive art programming and building community bonds.
  • Spearheaded a photography outreach program for residential children.
  • Business Management: Successfully manage all aspects of the art studio’s operations, including marketing, client relations, and financial management, to ensure sustained growth and community impact.
  • Lead private expressive art sessions for neurodiverse young adults.
  • Conducted group sessions and workshops on the benefits of mindfulness meditation practices and art.

Art Educator

NYC Department of Education Public School 169
Bay Terrace
09.2013 - 01.2015
  • Developed and implemented creative, age-appropriate art curricula for elementary students.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies.
  • Attended professional development workshops related to teaching visual arts.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Organized field trips to museums and galleries to expose students to different forms of art.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of art education standards and new teaching methodologies.
  • Cultivated classroom environment focused on inclusion and growth, fostering both social and academic development.

Art Educator

NYC Department of Education Public School 54
Richmond Hill
09.2009 - 06.2013
  • Planned special events such as art shows to showcase student work.
  • Advised the school's art club, providing additional opportunities for students to explore their creativity.
  • Planned, prepared and delivered instructional activities related to various art mediums.
  • Provided individual instruction and feedback on student's work.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom with appropriate behavior strategies.
  • Assessed student artwork and provided constructive feedback to encourage growth and development.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive art curriculum covering various techniques and historical contexts.
  • Provided opportunities for each student to reach fullest potential through artistic, creative expression.
  • Coordinated with other teachers to integrate art into cross-curricular projects, enriching students' educational experience.

Art Educator

NYC Department of Education Public School 118
Hollis
09.2006 - 06.2009
  • Created positive educational climate to promote student learning.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Developed strong working relationships with students and parents to accomplish school and departmental vision and goals.
  • Managed classroom of up to 500 students, fostering an environment conducive to learning and creativity.
  • Instructed students on the use of a variety of materials and techniques including acrylics, watercolors, pastels, collage, clay work.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order in classroom.

Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Elmont Union Free School District
Elmont
09.2003 - 06.2005
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic progress of each child.
  • Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.

Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher

St. Rose Of Lima Catholic School
Rockaway Beach
09.1999 - 06.2004
  • Improved student engagement by implementing student-centered classroom management techniques to foster academic curiosity.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that maximized student engagement.
  • Assessed student learning through varied formative and summative assessments.
  • Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
  • Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
  • Created customized grading rubrics powerful assessment tools.
  • Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.

Education

Master of Science - Art Education

Long Island University
Greenvale, NY
06-2004

Skills

  • Learning skills development
  • Special needs teaching
  • Public speaking
  • Engaging presentation style
  • Expertise in subject matter
  • Curriculum development expertise
  • Collaborative team player
  • Innovative teaching methods
  • Art Education course development
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Strong communication skills
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Continuous professional development
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Engagement strategies
  • Student relations
  • Program development
  • Empathy and patience
  • Student engagement
  • Student motivation
  • Group facilitation
  • Class instruction
  • Team collaboration
  • Special education
  • Student interaction
  • Teaching strategies

Accomplishments

  • Received Arts Mid-Hudson 2023 Dutchess County Executive's Art Award for Think Differently

Certification

  • NYS K-12 Certified Art Educator
  • Trauma-Informed Creative Art Therapy Certificate, SUNY Albany
  • Trauma-Informed Sand Play Therapy Certificate, SUNY Albany

Affiliations

  • Red Hook Chamber of Commerce Board Member 2018-2025
  • Northern Dutchess Coalition Board Member 2021-2023

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Owner, Operator, Instructor

i2Evolve Art Studio
06.2017 - Current

Art Educator

NYC Department of Education Public School 169
09.2013 - 01.2015

Art Educator

NYC Department of Education Public School 54
09.2009 - 06.2013

Art Educator

NYC Department of Education Public School 118
09.2006 - 06.2009

Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Elmont Union Free School District
09.2003 - 06.2005

Fourth Grade Classroom Teacher

St. Rose Of Lima Catholic School
09.1999 - 06.2004

Master of Science - Art Education

Long Island University

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