Michelle Fredriksen
Oberlin,OH
Summary
Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional certified in Pre-K-12 Arts Education and licensed in Ohio. 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
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
Constellation Schools
08.2013 - Current
- Develop strong rapport with all students in a safe, fair and engaging learning environment
- Provide appropriate lessons and assessments to meet students' individual learning needs
- Communicate with parents and students regarding students' progress and/or behavior
- Celebrate student successes by displaying student artwork
- Protect district assets such as computers, printers and digital cameras
- Collaborate with departmental colleagues to display student work in the building, art shows and regional art contests
- Collaborate with other art teacher as part of a Teacher-Based Team
- Designed and implemented new courses, such as Digital Drawing
- Implemented Yearbook as a class: Teach basics of Photography, Layout Design and Journalism
- Facilitate students working as a team to create their yearbook
- Fully integrated use of Google Apps especially Classroom as well as other extensions such as Pixlr, Socrative and Kahoot.
Art Teacher
Phoenix Union High School District
08.2007 - 05.2011
- Managed a computer lab with 26 student workstations
- Created new digital photography program curriculum
- Protected and maintained district assets including camera and computer equipment
- Contributed to departmental and district level professional learning communities
- Collaborated with colleagues to expand student achievement
- Expanded initial program to include advanced level curriculum and coursework
- Initiated and sponsored Photography club
- Supported students in the creation of murals in the gymnasium and library
- Taught students relevant technology skills using Photoshop and digital cameras
- Designed curriculum and relevant resources including lesson plans, examples, learning activities and assessments aligned with the Arizona State Standards Designed lessons to promote language skills for English Language Learners
- Provided appropriate lessons and assessments to meet students' individual learning needs
- Communicated with parents and students regarding students' progress and/or behavior
- Celebrated student successes by displaying student artwork.
K-5 Art Long-Term Substitute
Elyria City Schools
04.2013 - 06.2013
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies, and social skills.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
Computers and Library Science Long-Term Substitute
Elyria City Schools
11.2012 - 02.2013
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to design interdisciplinary lessons, promoting well-rounded learning experiences.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
K-5 Art Long-Term Substitute
Elyria City Schools
05.2012 - 06.2012
- Planned and implemented integrated engaging art lessons to meet state standards.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Education
Post-Graduate Coursework -Art
Lorain County Community College
Elyria, OhioProfessional Development
Firelands Association of Fine Arts (FAVA)
Oberlin, OhioADHD Workshop
Kent State University
Kent, OhioPost-Graduate Coursework -Art
Maricopa County Community Colleges
Phoenix, ArizonaBachelor of Art - Art Education - Painting
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, Ohio05.2003
Skills
- Course Development
- Project-based learning
- Technology: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop and Illustrator); Canvas; Classroom; Canva; Various Learning Management Systems, Student Information Systems and Grading Systems
- Assets management: Managed district computer lab and photography equipment
- Digital Art Proficiency
Timeline
Art Teacher
Constellation Schools
08.2013 - Current
K-5 Art Long-Term Substitute
Elyria City Schools
04.2013 - 06.2013
Computers and Library Science Long-Term Substitute
Elyria City Schools
11.2012 - 02.2013
K-5 Art Long-Term Substitute
Elyria City Schools
05.2012 - 06.2012
Art Teacher
Phoenix Union High School District
08.2007 - 05.2011
Post-Graduate Coursework -Art
Lorain County Community College
Professional Development
Firelands Association of Fine Arts (FAVA)
ADHD Workshop
Kent State University
Post-Graduate Coursework -Art
Maricopa County Community Colleges
Bachelor of Art - Art Education - Painting
Cleveland State University
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