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Linzy Bush

Kingston,NY

Summary

Utilize strong observational and problem-solving skills to engage with students and clients, addressing both their learning needs and personal requirements.
Design and conduct classes tailored to a diverse range of student abilities, working with individuals from infants to adults. This experience continuously refines and strengthens communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Ceramics Instructor and Studio Assistant

Local Ceramics Studio
06.2023 - Current
  • Provide private lessons, primarily concentrating on teaching beginners how to throw on the wheel
  • Support students of diverse skill levels and experiences while facilitating classes such as Sip 'n Spin, Kingston Clay day, Kids Class, Introduction to Clay, and Beyond Basics
  • Guide varying skilled leveled students in learning various techniques, including hand-building and wheel throwing
  • Maintain the studio space, managed materials and glazes, and handled administrative tasks.

Lead Gymnastics Instructor

The Little Gym
09.2023 - Current
  • Maintain a fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement
  • Promote stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength
  • Develop lesson plans in alignment with The Little Gym curriculum for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities
  • Maintain and monitor students and equipment to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.

Student Teacher

Public School District
01.2023 - 05.2023

TEACHING RELATED EXPERIENCE

Fostertown Elementary Newburgh City SD, NY | Student Teacher Mar 2023- May 2023

  • Completed 240 hours of documented student teaching.
  • Developed and taught lesson plans for students from kindergarten to 5th grade.
  • Organized and showcased student artwork on bulletin boards.
  • Aligned lesson plans with the school’s monthly targeted New York State standards.
  • Created lesson plans that reflect the current interests of the age group.

Lesson Example: My Magical Doorways inspired by the movie Encanto

· Supervise, guide, and reinforce classroom rules to students.


Pine Bush High School Pine Bush, NY | Student Teacher Jan 2023- Mar 2023

  • Completed 240 hours of documented student teaching for classes of 17-29 students in grades 9-12.
  • Developed and taught lesson plans for courses in Painting and Drawing, Studio in Art, and Ceramics.
  • Created and presented slide presentations to enhance students' understanding of the theme and projects
  • Developed, assigned, supported, and evaluated skill-level-appropriate workloads for individual, partner, or group completion.
  • Encouraged students to explore creative ideas that resonate with their personal interests and experiences.
  • Monitor and promote appropriate classroom behavior.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Visual Arts Education + Visual Arts

State University of New York At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
05.2023

Skills

Art Forms: Ceramics (Wheel Throwing, Sculpture, Mixing Ceramic Glazes, Slab Building, Coil Structures)

Painting (Acrylic, Gouache, Oil, and Watercolor)

Drawing (Charcoal, Digital, Graphite, Pastels)

Others: Sculpture, Sewing, Stop Frame Animation, Woodworking

Additional Skills:

  • Language- American Sign Language (basic conversation and writing skills)
  • Technology- Adobe Suite (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Illustrator), Concepts, Digital Camera, Google Suites, IMovie, Kahoot, Microsoft Office, Scratch
  • Traits- Strong organizational skills, Continuous professional development

Certification

Pending, New York State Initial Certification in Visual Arts Education (K-12)

Timeline

Lead Gymnastics Instructor

The Little Gym
09.2023 - Current

Ceramics Instructor and Studio Assistant

Local Ceramics Studio
06.2023 - Current

Student Teacher

Public School District
01.2023 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Science - Visual Arts Education + Visual Arts

State University of New York At New Paltz
Linzy Bush