Lokho Kotile
Summary
I am deeply passionate about educating diverse learners in urban settings. My journey as an educator has included roles such as a Graduate Teacher Assistant at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD), a Middle School Art Teacher, and a Reading Interventionist for Elementary Students. In addition to my teaching career, I am an accomplished artist, having had the privilege of showcasing my work in prestigious galleries like the Soomaal House of Art and the MCAD MFA Gallery. My artistic background has proven invaluable in the classroom, as it enables me to foster creativity and self-expression in my students. I hold a Master of Fine Arts in Visual Studies from MCAD, with a focus on Visual Arts, and earned my Bachelor's degree in English from Metropolitan State University in St. Paul. Teaching art is more than just a profession for me; it's an opportunity to help students transform their ideas into tangible creations, allowing them to express themselves fully.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Secondary Art Teacher
New Century School
08.2021 - 01.2024
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Organized and led field trips to local art galleries and museums to enrich curriculum and student experience.
Archive Fellowship Intern
Soomaal House Of Art
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Participated in workshops and exhibitions alongside the Curatorial department.
- Developed classification systems to facilitate public access to archived materials.
- Streamlined usage by creating organizational systems for newly digitized records and documents.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to archival.
Graduate Teacher's Assistant
Minneapolis College Of Art And Design
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Monitored student progress to identify weaknesses and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Mentored and advised students to focus art practices and explore career paths and opportunities.
Curatorial/Production Assistant Intern
Lyft
06.2019 - 07.2019
Life after 1991, Somali Diaspora in the twin cities.
- Worked closely with production coordinator to plan set designs.
- Assisted with location scouting by researching, photographing and recommending locations.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
- Contributed to production meetings by issuing schedules, shot lists and other important documents.
Education
Master of Arts - Visual Studies
Minneapolis College of Art And Design
Minneapolis, MN05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English
Metropolitan State University
Saint Paul, MN05.2020
Associate of Arts -
Inver Hills Community College
Inver Grove Heights, MN12.2017
Skills
- Community Outreach
- Organizational Skills
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Social Media Management
- Customer Service
- Multitasking Abilities
- Studio Maintenance
- Exhibition Organization
- Creative Thinking
- Public Speaking
- Collaborative Teaching
Websites
Accomplishments
Made at MCAD 2023
March 2023, Minneapolis, MN
"This annual juried exhibition features the best work submitted by current MCAD students pursuing all degrees in design, fine arts, media arts, and entrepreneurial studies. This year students submitted over 350 works for the jurors’ consideration and 51 pieces were selected for exhibition."
8843/ Minneapolis College of Art and Design
June 2022, Minneapolis, MN
“A group photo exhibition that showcases two students from Focus School of Photography in Greece alongside four students from the MCAD MFA program. The exhibition features: Shoshana Fink, Giorgos Dermetzis, Lokho Kotile, Alexis Shramel, Nick-Chatfield Taylor, and Eva Vei."
Warri Keesan Ess, Where is Your Home?/ Soomaal House of Art
February 2022, Minneapolis, MN
“Our experiences become us. We become reflected within ourselves, slowly bringing us home. Where is your home? My first solo show featuring a collection of photos, poetry, and a short film; all exploring the meaning of home in my native country of Kenya.
References
Kaamil Haider
Co-founder, Designer
Soomaal House of Art
k.haider@soomaalhouse.com
Sarah Peterson
Director, Master of Fine Arts
MCAD X Minneapolis College of Art and Design
sarah_petersen@mcad.edu
Tammy Maidi
School Director
New Century School
tammy.maidi@newcenturyschool.net
Timeline
Archive Fellowship Intern
Soomaal House Of Art
01.2023 - 05.2023
Graduate Teacher's Assistant
Minneapolis College Of Art And Design
01.2022 - 05.2022
Secondary Art Teacher
New Century School
08.2021 - 01.2024
Curatorial/Production Assistant Intern
Lyft
06.2019 - 07.2019
Master of Arts - Visual Studies
Minneapolis College of Art And Design
Bachelor of Arts - English
Metropolitan State University
Associate of Arts -
Inver Hills Community College