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Nadia Karim

South Brunswick Township,NJ

Summary

Engaging professional skilled in introducing students to diverse mediums, developing lesson plans and assessing student progress. Proficient in fostering imaginative environment and making learning fun for all participants. Outgoing professional engages with students to promote love of learning. Fosters creative environment, designing lesson plans and assessing student progress. Valuable educator passionate about art and art history. Knowledgeable professional with strong background in teaching fine arts. Proven track record of successfully engaging students in learning. Employs deep understanding of importance of creativity in classroom to meet student needs. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Teacher

Hamza Academy
09.2023 - Current
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
  • Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
  • Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining discipline while fostering creativity and individuality in student work.
  • Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among students.
  • Developed students'' artistic skills by providing personalized feedback and guidance on their artwork.
  • Improved student engagement in the classroom by designing innovative, project-based learning experiences focused on artistic expression.
  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
  • Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, connecting art with other subject areas.
  • Provided support for struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to noticeable improvements in their artistic abilities over time.
  • Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
  • Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
  • Planned and delivered lessons to teach classes in arts to engage and educate students.
  • Used technology in classrooms to integrate technology and multimedia tools into art lessons and enhance student learning.
  • Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.

Art Teacher

The Wellspring Schools
04.2016 - Current
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
  • Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
  • Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 12th.
  • Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining discipline while fostering creativity and individuality in student work.
  • Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among students.
  • Communicated effectively with parents about their child''s progress in the arts program, addressing any concerns or suggestions for improvement as needed.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Improved student engagement in the classroom by designing innovative, project-based learning experiences focused on artistic expression.
  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Organized school-wide art exhibits showcasing student talent and promoting the importance of visual arts in education.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
  • Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create stimulating art curriculums.
  • Developed and facilitated after-school art clubs and activities for students to hone skills.
  • Provided support for struggling students through targeted interventions, leading to noticeable improvements in their artistic abilities over time.
  • Assessed student progress regularly through formal evaluations, informal observations, and one-on-one conferences, ensuring each learner''s growth was accurately documented.
  • Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
  • Actively sought professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in teaching art, integrating new ideas into instruction when appropriate.
  • Planned and delivered lessons to teach classes in arts to engage and educate students.
  • Used technology in classrooms to integrate technology and multimedia tools into art lessons and enhance student learning.
  • Provided extra help and support to offer additional support to struggling students and encourage success in art subjects.
  • Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.

Education

No Degree - Textile Design

Fashion Institute of Technology
New York, NY

Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management

CUNY School of Professional Studies
New York, NY
05.2022

Skills

  • Acrylic painting
  • Expert level Watercolor artist
  • Artistic Techniques
  • Collaborative Projects
  • Lesson Planning
  • Classroom Management
  • Project-based learning
  • Charcoal and oil painting
  • Course Development
  • Event Planning
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Art history knowledge
  • Supply Management
  • Artistic Technique Demonstration
  • Public Speaking
  • Color theory master
  • Art history
  • Curricula Planning
  • Fine Arts Theory

Timeline

Art Teacher

Hamza Academy
09.2023 - Current

Art Teacher

The Wellspring Schools
04.2016 - Current

No Degree - Textile Design

Fashion Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management

CUNY School of Professional Studies
Nadia Karim