Morgan Rogers
Pewaukee,WI
Summary
Dynamic art educator with a variety of experience, skilled in project-based learning, TAB, and classroom management. Proven ability to engage students through innovative lesson planning and individualized support. Proficient in mixed media techniques and fostering social-emotional development, creating a nurturing environment that inspires creativity and confidence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Teacher - Art Education
Nature Hill Intermediate
Oconomowoc, WI
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Designed and taught project-based art lessons for grades 5–8, aligned with curriculum standards and focused on planning, craftsmanship, and creative problem-solving.
- Created lesson plans, instructional slides, and visual demonstrations while teaching a variety of media, including drawing, painting, collage, clay, fibers, and mixed media.
- Built a supportive classroom and school community by collaborating with students on artwork for school events and creating projects that engaged families and supported the school community.
Student Teacher - Art Education
Pewaukee Lake Elementary
Pewaukee, WI
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Supported a Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB) classroom for K5–3rd grade, introducing artists, materials, skill-builders, and developmentally appropriate lessons focused on exploration, choice, and foundational art skills.
- Led both open-ended and directed art projects, including step-by-step lessons for K4 students to build confidence, fine motor skills, and understanding of basic art concepts, using media such as drawing, painting, collage, and paper mâché.
- Provided individualized student support and modeled proper studio practices, while assisting with planning and creating a collaborative art project for a school-wide STEAM Night event.
Caregiver / Childcare Provider
Children's Learning Center
Milwaukee, WI
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Provided daily care and supervision for children ages 0-12, primarily working with toddlers ages 1-3
- Maintained a safe, nurturing, and structured classroom environment
- Planned and facilitated age-appropriate activities including reading, early writing, art, and music
- Supported children's social-emotional development through play-based learning and positive guidance
- Assisted with daily routines including diapering, meals, rest time, and transitions
- Prepared and served three meals daily while following health and safety guidelines
- Participated in and supervised fire and tornado drills to ensure student safety
- Observed and monitored age-appropriate developmental milestones and motor skill growth
- CPR certified and trained in childcare safety procedures
Field Experience - Art Education (Middle School)
IDEAL School
Milwaukee, WI
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Planned and taught original, project-based art lessons in a middle school classroom, guiding students through multi-day projects that emphasized creativity, planning, and craftsmanship.
- Created instructional slides and visual demonstrations to support student learning while teaching mixed media and fiber-based art techniques.
- Provided individualized feedback and support during independent studio work to encourage student growth and confidence.
Field Experience - Elementary (Montessori Classroom)
Lloyd Barbee Montessori School
Milwaukee, USA
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Supported lead classroom teacher in a Montessori-based learning environment
- Assisted students with core academic subjects including math, reading, and writing
- Provided individualized support to meet students' academic and developmental needs
- Built strong relationships with students through encouragement and positive guidance
- Designed and led a mixed media art project connected to students' history curriculum
- Integrated art-making with academic content to support interdisciplinary learning
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI12.2025
Skills
- Drawing and painting
- Collage and mixed media
- Paper mâché and clay
- Lesson planning and project-based learning
- Teaching for artistic behavior (TAB)
- Classroom management
- Differentiation strategies
- Student engagement techniques
- Developmentally appropriate practice
- Fine motor skill development
- Social-emotional support
- Individualized student support
- Canva and Procreate proficiency
- Instructional slides creation
- Document camera usage
- Google Workspace applications
- Organizational skills
- Reflective practices
- Strong communication skills
Teaching Portfolio
https://sites.google.com/view/artfulinsights/professional-responsibility
Certification
Wisconsin Teaching License, Art Education (K-12) - Expected January 2026
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Teacher - Art Education
Nature Hill Intermediate
10.2025 - 12.2025
Student Teacher - Art Education
Pewaukee Lake Elementary
08.2025 - 10.2025
Field Experience - Art Education (Middle School)
IDEAL School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Field Experience - Elementary (Montessori Classroom)
Lloyd Barbee Montessori School
09.2024 - 12.2024
Caregiver / Childcare Provider
Children's Learning Center
08.2022 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee