MORGAN LYON
Summary
Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional certified in Visual Arts Education K-12. 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
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
OWNER
COASTAL JAMES
01.2017 - Current
- Specializing in multiple areas of the creative arts including furniture and antique refinishing, upholstery, sign lettering, sewing, ceramics, oyster crafting, woodworking, leather craft, welding, painting, etc.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
ADMINISTRATOR
SOUND METAL SOLUTIONS
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Scheduling material pickup and delivery through various shipping companies
- Communicating with site superintendents through phone and email
- Arranging deliveries and managing post
- Maintaining office and shop inventory
- Working with staff in multiple departments including Accounts Payable, Human Resources & Finance.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
SW EDGECOMBE HIGH SCHOOL VISUAL ARTS TEACHER
EDGECOMBE COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.2013 - 10.2017
- Responsibilities included teaching students based on the 9-12th Grade NC Essential Standards for Visual Art while incorporating other elements of NCSCOS for 9-12th Grade
- Integrated subject areas aligned with each grade level
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Classes taught included Visual Arts I, II, III, IV, Honors Art, & Ceramics
- Combined classes included Art II, III, IV & Honors Art
- Winner of various “ARTSPLOSION” Awards 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
- 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.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Used technology in classrooms to integrate technology and multimedia tools into art lessons and enhance student learning.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Head Cross Country Coach 2015-2017
- Awarded CC Coach of the Year 2016
NW ELEMENTARY VISUAL ARTS TEACHER
PITT COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Responsibilities included teaching students based on the K-8 NC Essential Standards for Visual Art while also incorporating other elements of the NCSCOS
- Integrated courses of study taught in concert with the visual arts include mathematics, reading, writing, history, science, etc
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create stimulating art curriculums.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
- Planned and delivered lessons to teach classes in arts to engage and educate students.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning.
- Assessed student learning to evaluate student learning and progress through tests, performances and portfolios.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Used technology in classrooms to integrate technology and multimedia tools into art lessons and enhance student learning.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
Education
AE LICENSURE CERTIFICATE - Art Education
EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
Greenville05.2011
BA - Fine Art
Chowan University
Murfreesboro, NC05.2009
HS DIPLOMA -
J.A. HOLMES HS
Edenton, NC06.2005
Skills
- Planning and execution
- Business management and development
- Budget Management
- Small business operations
- Portfolio assessment
- Instructional technology
- Student Engagement
- Project-based learning
- Art history knowledge
- Creative lesson planning
- Individualized Art Instruction
- Lesson Planning
- Curriculum Implementation
Timeline
ADMINISTRATOR
SOUND METAL SOLUTIONS
02.2022 - 05.2023
OWNER
COASTAL JAMES
01.2017 - Current
SW EDGECOMBE HIGH SCHOOL VISUAL ARTS TEACHER
EDGECOMBE COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.2013 - 10.2017
NW ELEMENTARY VISUAL ARTS TEACHER
PITT COUNTY SCHOOLS
08.2011 - 06.2013
AE LICENSURE CERTIFICATE - Art Education
EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY
BA - Fine Art
Chowan University
HS DIPLOMA -
J.A. HOLMES HS
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