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MARY OTREMBA

K-12 Art Teacher
St Paul,Minnesota

Summary

Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional certified in K-2 Visual Arts and licensed in Minnesota.. Polished in integrating art history, art appreciation and art criticism into all lesson plans and collaborating with classroom teachers to incorporate learning through art. Committed to designing culturally responsive lessons to accommodate a broad range of students and learning styles while encouraging students to reach thier fullest potential.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
34
34
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Art Teacher, K-12

South Washington County Schools
Woodbury, MN
01.2007 - Current
  • Developed and facilitated after-school art clubs and activities for students to hone skills.
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
  • Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
  • Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
  • Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with local artists and museums to enhance student learning.
  • Organized and led field trips to local art galleries and museums to enrich curriculum and student experience.
  • Utilized technology to create digital art and introduce students to new media.
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
  • Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
  • Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
  • Assisted in development of college and career readiness programs.
  • Developed and implemented variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse needs of students.
  • Utilized data to inform instructional decisions and personalize learning.
  • Kept abreast of technological advances in mathematics and adapted curriculum for individual, small group and remedial instruction to meet diverse needs of high school students.
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
  • Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Assisted in development of student portfolios for college and scholarship applications.

Community Education Instructor

South Washington County Schools
Woodbury, MN
01.2011 - 07.2017

Developed and implements a variety of Adult and child Community Education courses for South Washington County to include ceramics, Raku workshops, and drawing/painting workshops

  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.

CERAMICS INSTRUCTOR / TEACHING ARTIST

Northern Clay Center
Minneapolis, MN
01.2000 - 06.2012

. Taught handbuilding and wheel throwing classes for adults and children.

. Worked with manu special needs populations; created workshops and long term seminars for student in group homes, at-risk alternative high schools, deaf schools at NCC and at Metro Deaf School,

. Worked with elderly adults, and vulternable populations; creating specific art experiences for these groups.

. Developed and implemented art curriculum the fulfill State Arts grants at various public and charter schools throughout the Twin Cities to include Hmong and Native American charter schools.

. Taught specific workshops for kids and adults; Raku, Handbuilding and wheel thrown pottery.


Elementary Art Teacher

Stillwater Area Schools
Stillwater, MN
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
  • 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.
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
  • Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.

Ceramics Instructor

Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Minneapolis, MN
01.2001 - 07.2003
  • Provided feedback and grades to provide regular feedback on student progress and assigned grades based on performance.
  • Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Provided extra help and support to offer additional support to struggling students and encourage success in art subjects.
  • Supervised students during rehearsals to provide direction to students during practice sessions.

Elementary Art Teacher

Wake County Public Schools
Raleigh, NC
01.1992 - 06.1997
  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
  • 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.
  • Worked with a diverse o[population to include many specific students with special needs.

Elementary Art Teacher

Cumberland County Public Schools
Fayetteville, NC
01.1989 - 01.1992
  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
  • 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.

Education

No Degree - Master Courses in Education

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
05.1992 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Art Education

METHODIST COLLEGE
Fayetteville, North Carolina
09.1989 - 05.1991

BA - Studio Arts, PAINTING AND DRAWING, Minor Art History

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA

Commercial Design, studies

SCHOOL OF ASSOCIATED ARTS (now College of Visual Arts
01.1979 - 01.1981

Skills

Adult/teen/child ceramics instructor, 12 years part-time experienceundefined

Affiliations

National Association of Art Educations

Minnesota Women in Ceramics

Northern Clay Center

Working Artist exhibiting in various galleries and shows throughout the state of Minnesota.


Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of several staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of Media Arts Curriculum.
  • Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of new elementary art curriculum for South Washington County
  • .Many of my students have achieved Scholastic awards at the State level for their artistic endeavors.
  • Created several murals in schools.

Timeline

Community Education Instructor

South Washington County Schools
01.2011 - 07.2017

Art Teacher, K-12

South Washington County Schools
01.2007 - Current

Elementary Art Teacher

Stillwater Area Schools
01.2005 - 01.2006

Ceramics Instructor

Minneapolis Community and Technical College
01.2001 - 07.2003

CERAMICS INSTRUCTOR / TEACHING ARTIST

Northern Clay Center
01.2000 - 06.2012

No Degree - Master Courses in Education

UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO
05.1992 - Current

Elementary Art Teacher

Wake County Public Schools
01.1992 - 06.1997

Bachelor of Arts - Art Education

METHODIST COLLEGE
09.1989 - 05.1991

Elementary Art Teacher

Cumberland County Public Schools
01.1989 - 01.1992

Commercial Design, studies

SCHOOL OF ASSOCIATED ARTS (now College of Visual Arts
01.1979 - 01.1981

BA - Studio Arts, PAINTING AND DRAWING, Minor Art History

UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
MARY OTREMBAK-12 Art Teacher