Maria Barreda
Graphic Designer/Educator
Herndon,VA
Summary
Art educator with extensive experience at Arlington Traditional School, specializing in online art education and curriculum innovation. Proven ability to enhance student engagement and foster collaborative learning environments. Bilingual in Spanish and English, effectively utilizing digital content creation to promote creative expression and critical thinking among diverse student populations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Educational Endorsements
1
1
Degree
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Freelance Art Instructor
SMITHSONIAN National MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN
01.2023 - Current
- Led interactive art workshops for families during Day of the Dead celebrations, teaching the creation of paper flowers, papel picado, and monarch butterflies while highlighting cultural significance.
- Fostered an engaging and inclusive environment, guiding participants of all ages in hands-on art-making and promoting creativity and teamwork.
Art Specialist PK-5th grade
ARLINGTON TRADITIONAL SCHOOL
01.2020 - Current
- Pioneered Online Art Education - Successfully transitioned to fully online teaching during the pandemic, creating engaging lessons for students ages 4 to 10 with limited art supplies.
- Produced High-Quality Digital Content - Developed virtual assemblies, lesson videos, and interactive read-alouds with sound and video effects to enhance student engagement.
- Rebuilt the Art Program - Reinvented the in-person art curriculum post-pandemic, designing fresh lessons and visual materials from scratch to support hands-on learning.
- Developed Art Criticism Skills - Cultivated students into thoughtful art critics who can identify styles, compare works, and make personal connections to art.
- Empowered Creative Expression - Taught students how to use art as a tool for self-expression, helping them explore emotions and experiences through various techniques and mediums.
Spanish Teacher PK-5th grade
ARLINGTON TRADITIONAL SCHOOL
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Exceptional Teaching Recognition - Earned 'Highly Effective' ratings for three consecutive years in all seven professional teaching standards.
- Student Success & Engagement - Increased average FLES scores by 20% for 90% of students in the first year using responsive classroom techniques and TPRS activities.
- Innovative Language Instruction - Designed immersive Spanish lessons for students with no prior exposure, integrating academic and emotional competencies in a foreign language.
- Cross-Curricular Collaboration - Achieved the highest recognition for integrating Spanish with art, music, and physical education to enhance cultural and linguistic learning.
- Enhanced School Communications - Designed and launched 18 online and intranet communication services, improving engagement between administration, teachers, and parents.
- Creative Teaching Materials - Applied professional graphic design expertise to develop videos, audio content, worksheets, board games, and visual aids to enhance language learning.
Senior Graphic Designer
MEDIA SALES S.A. DE C.V.
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Corporate Identity Development - Designed and developed impactful brand identities that authentically reflected each client's profile, vision, and values.
- Successful Promotional Campaigns - Created compelling marketing materials and campaigns that consistently increased client sales and brand engagement.
- Strategic Visual Communication - Transformed complex ideas into powerful visuals that enhanced brand recognition and audience connection.
- Multi-Industry Experience - Delivered tailored design solutions across various industries, ensuring adaptability and market relevance.
Senior Graphic Designer and Project Manager
ATLANTIC FORCE MEXICANA
01.1999 - 01.2007
- Lottery Ticket Design & Production - Designed scratch-off lottery tickets for Mexico's National Lottery, creating visually engaging and secure designs.
- Print Production Supervision - Oversaw the printing process of scratch-off tickets at Pollard Banknote in Ypsilanti, MI, ensuring quality control and security compliance.
- Database Development & Management - Designed and implemented a database system to track instant lottery ticket distribution from warehouse to point of sale, ensuring accurate inventory management and payment monitoring.
- Process Optimization - Streamlined tracking and sales reporting, improving operational efficiency and reducing errors in lottery ticket distribution.
Education
Courses For Licensure - Teaching
01.2018
EDU L35850
READING IN THE CONTENT AREAS
LAN L38250
METHOD CURR & INST TCH FOREIGN LANG
EDU C25150 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
EDU 360050
HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
EDU 408051
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT/DISCIPLINE
GPA: 4.0/4.0
BA - Graphic Design
01.1998
EDU L35850
READING IN THE CONTENT AREAS
LAN L38250
METHOD CURR & INST TCH FOREIGN LANG
EDU C25150 FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION
EDU 360050
HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
EDU 408051
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT/DISCIPLINE
GPA: 4.0/4.0
Skills
- Bilingual Spanish and English
- Art program development
- Curriculum design
- Digital content creation
- Interactive teaching
- Visual arts integration
- Collaborative learning
- Student engagement
- Cultural enrichment
- Creative problem solving
- Adaptable instruction
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Textiles and fiber arts
- Digital art proficiency
- Art history
- Digital photography
- Collaborative teaching
- Art critique facilitation
- Fundraising expert
- Assessment strategies
- Diverse student groups
- Visual communication
- Art-based technology
- Graphic art expertise
- Principles of modern art knowledge
- Color theory
- Fine arts proficiency
- Multimedia instruction
- Mixed delivery modes
- Expertise in art techniques
- Fine motor skills
- Creative cloud
- Color theory master
- Inclusive education
- Elementary art
- Digital art and nfts
- Curriculum implementation
- Visual literacy
- Arts integration
- Lesson planning
- Artistic techniques
- Acrylic painting
- Attention to detail
- Colleague collaboration
- Classroom management
- Creative thinking
- Project management
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Adobe Creative Suite
- iMovie
- Nearpod
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SMART Suite
- Google Workspace
- Audio editing
- Computer proficiency
- Technology integration
- Negotiation skills
- Team motivation
Certification
- Apple Teacher
- Adobe Creative Educator
- Edpuzzle Diversity and Inclussion
- Google for Education Certified Educator
- Wixie Certified Educator
- Seesaw Ambassador
Timeline
Freelance Art Instructor - SMITHSONIAN National MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN
01.2023 - Current
Art Specialist PK-5th grade - ARLINGTON TRADITIONAL SCHOOL
01.2020 - Current
Spanish Teacher PK-5th grade - ARLINGTON TRADITIONAL SCHOOL
01.2015 - 01.2019
Senior Graphic Designer - MEDIA SALES S.A. DE C.V.
01.2008 - 01.2011
Senior Graphic Designer and Project Manager - ATLANTIC FORCE MEXICANA
01.1999 - 01.2007
University of Virginia WISE - Courses For Licensure, Teaching
Universidad LaSalle - BA, Graphic Design
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