Marilyn Caruso
Brooklyn,CT
Summary
Dynamic Visual Art Teacher with a proven track record of 24 plus years, adept at fostering creativity in differentiated instruction and project-based learning, I developed engaging curricula that enhanced student engagement and artistic skills, while building strong relationships through active listening and effective communication. Always creating a safe, supportive, and student friendly classroom environment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Visual Art Teacher
L.A. Ainger Middle School
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Instructed students on visual arts techniques and assigned related art projects for students in 6-8 grade levels, including 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional projects.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues through effective communication and collaboration.
- Tailored instruction to meet diverse learning needs during one-on-one sessions or small group interventions for struggling learners or advanced artists seeking additional challenges.
- Worked collaboratively with school administrators to implement intellectually challenging visual arts program that provided creative outlet for students, including student involvement in Art Club, school, local and state art exhibits.
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate
C.A.R.E. Center for Abuse & Rape Emergencies
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Facilitated weekly Sexual Violence Support Group, assessing individual as well as group needs, concerns and goals.
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely follow-up with clients and appropriate documentation of services provided.
- Use active listening skills and supportive actions to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
- Encourage and motivated clients to develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modifications.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of victim information, upholding ethical standards while providing advocacy services.
- Educated community members on sexual assault prevention, contributing to increased awareness and bystander intervention.
Visual Art Teacher
North Port High School
08.2002 - 06.2022
- Taught 9-12 grades in 2D Comp. Art, Drawing & Painting, Photography, AP Studio Art and AICE Art & Design and VPA art courses.
- Developed strong working relationships with students, teachers, ESOL & ESE departments, administrators and parents to accomplish school and department visions and goals.
- Aligned curriculum with the Sunshine State Standards, while determining lesson objectives to clearly communicated to students and administrators.
- Adhered to district standards for reporting on academic progress, student attendance and assessment data.
- Guided students through process of artistic self-discovery, helping each to evaluate and develop personal talents.
- Planned and presented art displays and exhibitions to showcase student work for school and community.
- Supported students in their endeavors to attend an art college or university by helping them create a professional grade portfolio, apply for scholarships and gain acceptance to achieve their personal goals.
- Maintained a school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
- Planned and coordinated field trips to galleries and museums to expose students to examples of art, including trips to Ringing College, Ringling Museum, Embracing Our Difference Exhibit and ST. Petersburg Museums.
Visual Art Teacher
Glenallen Elementary School
08.2001 - 06.2002
- Created and taught all grade levels a variety of lessons in 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional art to develop students skills and expose them to a variety of mediums and art styles.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional material to meet students' varying needs and interests, including ESOL, ESE, and self contained students.
- Built relationships with students and parents through active communication and positive feedback.
- Created a positive classroom environment with engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Worked collaboratively with classroom teachers and school administrators to implement intellectually challenging visual arts program that provided creative outlet for students.
Visual Art Teacher
Booker Middle School
08.1999 - 06.2001
- Taught 2-dimensional classes to VPA students as well as the exploratory art classes.
- Tailored instruction to meet diverse learning needs during one-on-one sessions or small group interventions for struggling learners or advanced artists seeking additional challenges.
- Researched best practices for arts integration and visual arts trends and applied new techniques to lesson plan material.
- Established a positive classroom environment that encouraged self-expression while fostering a strong sense of respect and accountability among students.
Education
Masters of Educational Leadership -
National Louis University
Tampa01-2008
Masters of Educational Studies - Curriculum And Instruction
National Louis University
Tampa, FL01-2005
Master of Science - Art Education
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI01-1994
Associate of Science - Architectural Drafting
New England Institute of Technology
Warwick, RI01-1990
Skills
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Computer Skills
- Classroom Management
- Course Development
- Problem Resolution
- Differentiated Instructions
- Project-Based Learning
- Verbal and Written Communications
- Arts Integration
Timeline
Visual Art Teacher
L.A. Ainger Middle School
08.2023 - 02.2025
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate
C.A.R.E. Center for Abuse & Rape Emergencies
08.2022 - 07.2023
Visual Art Teacher
North Port High School
08.2002 - 06.2022
Visual Art Teacher
Glenallen Elementary School
08.2001 - 06.2002
Visual Art Teacher
Booker Middle School
08.1999 - 06.2001
Masters of Educational Leadership -
National Louis University
Masters of Educational Studies - Curriculum And Instruction
National Louis University
Master of Science - Art Education
Rhode Island College
Associate of Science - Architectural Drafting
New England Institute of Technology
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