Leeann Klein
Manitowoc,WI
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a broad background in education, leadership, marketing, and business mentoring. Proven ability to manage complex tasks, analyze information, and provide outstanding customer service. Highly skilled in communication, problem-solving, and project management, with a demonstrated capacity for both independent and collaborative work. Eager to apply these skills and experiences to a dynamic business or representative position, aiming to drive success and contribute positively to the team.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Art Teacher
Green Bay Area Public School District
Green Bay, WI
08.2024 - Current
- Demonstrate strong communication and instructional abilities while guiding students in exploring art production and history.
- Implement and facilitate interactive and creative approaches to foster engagement.
- Showcase strong organizational and leadership capabilities by establishing and maintaining behavioral expectations.
- Beginning to develop new curricula for innovative course units in digital art.
- Collaborating to plan curricula, including clear objectives and performance criteria as part of the district secondary level instructional lead team.
- Personally asked by administration to act as instructional lead for my department at Edison Middle School due to my professional experience.
Robotics Mentor
Lakeshore FIRST Robotics
Manitowoc, WI
01.2015 - Current
- Mentor business and marketing for STEAMpunk #4531 and illumiBOTi #7619 FIRST Robotics teams, demonstrating expertise in strategic planning.
- Assisted in organizing and planning outreach events, showcasing strong event management and coordination skills.
- Guided students in preparing award submissions and presentations, highlighting skills in proposal writing and competitive presentation.
- Supported scouting efforts using Microsoft Excel, emphasizing proficiency in data management and analysis.
- Provided creative guidance on design projects, utilizing strong skills in design and innovation.
STEAM Teacher
Two Rivers Public School District
Two Rivers, WI
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Facilitated diverse projects to promote active engagement, creative problem-solving, and teamwork.
- Developed and implemented new course curricula and improved existing programs, demonstrating strong project management and strategic planning skills.
- Created and defined objectives and success criteria, demonstrating ability to establish and assess performance goals.
- Delivered personalized guidance to address individual needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues, reflecting teamwork and adaptability.
- Mentored a youth robotics team, demonstrating leadership and organizational skills.
Visual Art Teacher
Manitowoc Public School District
Manitowoc, WI
08.2011 - 06.2023
- Demonstrated strong communication and instructional abilities while guiding students in exploring art production and history.
- Implemented and facilitated interactive and creative approaches to foster engagement and teamwork.
- Developed and introduced new curricula for innovative courses in Digital Art.
- Collaborated and strategically planned curricula, setting clear objectives and performance criteria, exhibiting project management skills.
- Showcase strong organizational and leadership capabilities by establishing and maintaining behavioral expectations.
- Organized exhibitions to display student work and to engage the community..
- Continued to learn and grow through professional development.
- Worked with district administration, school board members, and community stakeholders to develop a district-wide Code of Conduct.
Student Learning Liaison
Manitowoc Public School District
Manitowoc, WI
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills, planning and leading meetings for a department of 10 educators..
- Managed the department budget and processed purchase orders, displaying financial management and procurement expertise.
- Reflected event planning and execution skills while organizing and coordinating the Youth Art Month show at the Rahr-West Art Museum.
- Engaged with administrators, school board members, public officials, and community members, highlighting strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Visual Art Teacher
Valders Area School District
Valders, WI
08.2005 - 06.2011
- Demonstrated strong communication and instructional abilities while guiding students in exploring art production and history.
- Showcase strong organizational and leadership capabilities by establishing and maintaining behavioral expectations.
- Designed curriculum, including Power Standards and Scope and Sequence.
- Adapted and responded to needs by initiating and developing a Kindergarten art program.
- Collaborated on and helped to coordinate music program set and prop design projects.
- Planned and implemented cross-curricular activities with core classroom teachers, emphasizing collaboration and integration of skills.
- Planned and organized and executed an art show in conjunction with the annual science fair.
Education
Teaching Certification - Art Education
05.2005
- 3.8/4.0 GPA
- Art Education Association: Founder & Co-President
- Paid Internship: De Pere Unified School District (elementary, intermediate, middle school)
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
12.1996
- 3.5/4.0 GPA
- Family Studies Minor
- Mortar Board Honor Society
Skills
Strategic Planning: Demonstrate the ability to set goals, plan effectively, and allocate resources efficiently
Project Management: Display strong organizational and management skills
Stakeholder Engagement: Proficient in stakeholder communication and relationship-building
Curriculum Development: Reflect the ability to develop structured, goal-oriented plans
Customer Service: Evince strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Communication Skills: Exhibit effective verbal and written communication
Creative Problem-Solving: Demonstrate a strong ability to find creative solutions
Team Collaboration: Show strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
Financial Management: Skilled in financial oversight and resource allocation
Event Coordination: Experienced in organizing and managing events
Timeline
Visual Art Teacher - Green Bay Area Public School District
08.2024 - Current
STEAM Teacher - Two Rivers Public School District
08.2023 - 05.2024
Student Learning Liaison - Manitowoc Public School District
08.2017 - 06.2020
Robotics Mentor - Lakeshore FIRST Robotics
01.2015 - Current
Visual Art Teacher - Manitowoc Public School District
08.2011 - 06.2023
Visual Art Teacher - Valders Area School District
08.2005 - 06.2011
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay - Teaching Certification, Art Education
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire - Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
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