I'm an experienced Visual Art Teacher successful at building positive team relationships to support students creativity, inquiry, and socio-emotional growth through art. Passionate in making strides to connect the community further into the arts and its cultural history. An open, clear communicator, and creative problem-solver. Confident Educator with over 7 years in classroom environments, and a forever learning artist of 11 years.
Hi, I’m
Miyah Harris
Art Educator And Talent Team Lead
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Overview
7
years of professional experience
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Success Academy Charter SchoolsNew York, NY
Scholar Talent Team Lead
09.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Contributed to development of showcase plans and events for content teams.
- Mentored a team of teachers over the course of two years in effective instructional strategies and classroom management techniques, contributing to supportive work environment and increasing artistic product quality quarterly.
- Served as Team Lead by demonstrating commitment to excellence, professionalism, and adherence to company values and pedagogy.
Success Academy Charter SchoolsNew York, NY
Art Teacher
07.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Increased After-school Art Program interest 66% over the course of two years, with an average roster of 30 scholars per semester.
- Managed art supplies inventory efficiently, ensuring availability of necessary materials while staying within budget constraints.
- Served as advisor for after-school art programming, providing additional opportunities for students to pursue their interests in visual arts outside of school hours.
- Organized school-wide art exhibits to showcase student talent and promote appreciation for the arts within the community.
- Mentored new art teachers entering the profession by sharing resources, insights, and expertise gained throughout years of experience.
The Leadership ProgramNew York, NY
Community Program Lead - Visual Arts
07.2017 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Managed classroom resources effectively, ensuring materials were readily available within budget constraints
- Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating hands-on projects and visual learning techniques into the curriculum.
- Adapted teaching strategies to meet diverse learning needs, resulting in improved student understanding and engagement with course material.
Education
Hunter College of The City University of New YorkNew York, NY
Master in Visual Arts Education from Visual Arts Education
08.2018 - 05.2022
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Art History & Alternative Processes
- magna cum laude graduate
- Completed professional development in adapting the arts to accommodate learners with disabilities.
Fashion Institute of TechnologyNew York, NY
Bachelor of Arts from Fine Arts
08.2014 - 05.2018
University Overview
- Elected and served as a Leadership Ambassador for FIT Student Government from 2016-2018
- Phi Theta Kappa Member
- magna cum laude graduate
- Awarded for Best of Show In "Everything Must Go" exhibition
Skills
Academic Writing
Interdisciplinary Knowledge
Fast Learner
Event Organization
Microsoft Office and Google Suite Proficiency
Research
Punctual and Reliable
Visual Communication
Class Instruction
Lesson Plan Creation
Websites
Timeline
Scholar Talent Team Lead
Success Academy Charter Schools
09.2023 - Current
Hunter College of The City University of New York
Master in Visual Arts Education from Visual Arts Education
08.2018 - 05.2022
Art Teacher
Success Academy Charter Schools
07.2018 - Current
Community Program Lead - Visual Arts
The Leadership Program
07.2017 - 06.2018
Fashion Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts from Fine Arts
08.2014 - 05.2018