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Work History
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Teacher of the Year
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Kristen Chapman

Grand Prairie,Texas

Summary

Professional educator with strong foundation in teaching the elements of art to elementary students. Skilled in creating engaging lesson plans and promoting a collaborative environment. Known for effective classroom management and organizational skills

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Art Teacher

Mansfield Independent School District
08.2021 - Current
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects
  • Created and implemented lesson plans for students in PreK-4th grade
  • Organized a yearly art show with 1500-2000 pieces of art work

Art Teacher

Mansfield Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2021

Created and implemented lesson plans for students in Kindergarten-4th grade

Taught lessons on the elements of art including line, shape, color and pattern

Established a positive and inclusive learning environment with clear routines and guidelines

Kindergarten Teacher

Mansfield Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2016

Created a safe learning environment with clear expectations and routines

Collaborated with colleagues to create and implement differentiated instruction for all students

Promoted learning by using hands-on activities and technology

Pre-K Teacher

Mansfield Independent School District
08.2008 - 05.2009

Participated in the TEAMS/Circle professional learning workshops to remain current on best practices in Pre-K

Incorporated art and literature into curriculum

Created a safe and positive classroom environment


First Grade Teacher

Mansfield Independent School District
08.2007 - 05.2008

Collaborated with teammates to create engaging lessons that connected subjects such as reading and math

Built positive relationships with both students and parents

Taught core subjects of language arts, writing, math, science and social studies



First Grade Teacher

Grand Prairie Independent School District
08.2005 - 05.2007

Taught core subjects of language arts, writing, math, science and social studies

Assessed student progress using formative assessments

Created and implemented lesson plans based on district guidelines



Second Grade Teacher

Grand Prairie Independent School District
08.2003 - 05.2007

Created a safe and nurturing environment

Built positive relationships with parents and students

Collaborated with teammates to create lesson plans based on district guidelines

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Early Childhood Education

University of Texas at Arlington
05.2003

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Creativity and artistic expression
  • Organizational skills
  • School assembly preparations

Certification

  • Art (EC-12), 01/01/16
  • Generalist (EC-4), 01/01/03
  • English as a Second Language (EC-12), 01/01/05
  • Physical Education (EC-12), 01/01/07

Awards

  • Teacher of the Year, Norwood Elementary, 01/01/24-01/01/25
  • Teacher of the Year, Cabaniss Academy, 01/01/16-01/01/17

Teacher of the Year

Teacher of the Year   Norwood Elementary  2024-2025

Teacher of the Year   Cabaniss Academy      2016-2017

Timeline

Art Teacher

Mansfield Independent School District
08.2021 - Current

Art Teacher

Mansfield Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2021

Kindergarten Teacher

Mansfield Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2016

Pre-K Teacher

Mansfield Independent School District
08.2008 - 05.2009

First Grade Teacher

Mansfield Independent School District
08.2007 - 05.2008

First Grade Teacher

Grand Prairie Independent School District
08.2005 - 05.2007

Second Grade Teacher

Grand Prairie Independent School District
08.2003 - 05.2007
  • Art (EC-12), 01/01/16
  • Generalist (EC-4), 01/01/03
  • English as a Second Language (EC-12), 01/01/05
  • Physical Education (EC-12), 01/01/07

Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Early Childhood Education

University of Texas at Arlington
Kristen Chapman