Michelle Chrismon
Art Teacher
YORKTOWN,VA
Summary
Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional certified in Prek-6 General Education and Prek-12 Art Education and licensed in Virginia. 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 lessons to accommodate broad range of learning styles and encouraging students to reach fullest potential.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Art Teacher
WJCC Public Schools
Williamsburg, Virginia
08.2010 - Current
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Taught students to identify key elements of style, intent and emotion when experiencing art.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Guided students to develop and hone creative processes and problem-solving skills.
- 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.
- Developed appropriate curricula dependent on age group and education level.
- Created dynamic group projects to teach collaboration and teamwork.
- Provided feedback to students and parents on progress and abilities.
- Achieved student participation through relevant and real-life experiences to maintain student interest and stimulate student creativity.
- Helped students manipulate variety of media to express emotions, feelings, attitude and intent.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts And Art History
Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA05.2003
Skills
- Recreational Activities
- Instructional Strategies
- Drawing Organization
- Artistic Technique Demonstration
- Student Engagement
- Gallery and Exhibit Preparation
- Fundraising Documentation
- Curricula Planning
- Distance Learning
Timeline
Elementary Art Teacher
WJCC Public Schools
08.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts And Art History
Christopher Newport University
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