Miranda Taylor
Windsor Mill,MD
Summary
Innovative Art Educator with 18 years of experience in garment creation and fiber arts. Specializes in developing arts-integrated curricula that foster academic growth for K-12 students. Led summer programs, facilitated student-led art installations, and cultivated inclusive learning environments. Leverages a strong background in fashion and fibers to enhance student engagement and creative literacy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Art Educator
Baltimore City Public Schools
Baltimore, USA
06.2022 - Current
- Facilitated instructional activities in various art mediums, tailoring plans to align with student progress.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment by providing constructive feedback and encouraging creativity.
- Developed engaging art curriculum aligned with state educational standards.
- Facilitated interactive workshops to enhance student creativity and expression.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to integrate arts across various subjects.
Art Teacher (K-12)
Baltimore City School District
Baltimore, USA
01.2022 - Current
- Design and implement thematic lesson plans focused on the elements of art, helping students create unique, individualized pieces.
- Developed after-school art program and created study guides to reinforce art history, increasing student comprehension.
- Managed school-wide art installations and led extracurricular clubs, enhancing student engagement in the arts.
- Diversified teaching tools to support various learning styles, promoting success and engagement for all students.
Private Instructor: Fibers & Fashion
Independent
01.2022 - Current
- Delivered 1-on-1 and small group instruction in advanced fibers, enhancing students' skills in knitting, crochet, and embroidery.
- Facilitated specialized sessions on garment construction and sewing, catering to diverse skill levels and fostering individual creativity.
- Developed personalized lesson plans tailored to student needs and learning styles.
- Conducted engaging one-on-one tutoring sessions in various subjects.
- Assessed student progress and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
Fashion Designer & Garment Creator
Freelance/Independent
01.2006 - Current
- Applied expertise in fashion forecasting and experimental fibers to design innovative apparel that meets market trends.
- Executed full-cycle garment creation, enhancing design quality through pattern manipulation and precise construction.
- Utilized interior design principles and color theory to create aesthetically pleasing spaces that enhance functionality.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Fibers/Experimental Fashion
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)
Baltimore, MD01-2013
Skills
- Art education strategies
- Art curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Group and individual instruction
- Classroom management strategies
- Creative project development
- Sewing (hand and machine)
- Garment construction
- Patterning and manipulation
- Portfolio creation
- Google Suite proficiency
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Decision-making skills
- Time management
- Garment construction
Professional Artistic Experience
Fashion Designer & Garment Creator, Freelance/Independent, Execute full-cycle garment creation including fashion design, pattern manipulation, and construction., Apply expertise in fashion forecasting and experimental fibers to create innovative apparel., Expertise in Interior Design and color theory application for aesthetic spaces.
Core Skills
Fashion Design & Forecasting, Patterning & Manipulation, Garment Creation, Experimental Fashion, Color Theory Master, Art History, Art Critique & Etiquette, Professional-level Crochet, Knitting, Embroidery, Sewing (Hand & Machine), Lesson Planning (Thematic/Arts-Integrated), Group/Individual Instruction, Multicultural Art Curriculum, Portfolio Development, Classroom Management, Google Suite Expert, MS Office, Organization & Time Management, Decision-Making
Affiliations
- Crochet Club, Fashion Design Club, Cheerleading Coach, Majorette and Band front coach,
Timeline
Summer Art Educator
Baltimore City Public Schools
06.2022 - Current
Art Teacher (K-12)
Baltimore City School District
01.2022 - Current
Private Instructor: Fibers & Fashion
Independent
01.2022 - Current
Fashion Designer & Garment Creator
Freelance/Independent
01.2006 - Current
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Fibers/Experimental Fashion
Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)