Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awards
Publications
Conference Presentations
Leadership Experience
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Holly Newton (Nicki)

Easton,USA

Summary

Administrative Coordinator at Lafayette College with expertise in event coordination and communication. Proven ability to optimize scheduling and manage logistics, enhancing operational efficiency and project outcomes. Strong skills in file management and collaboration, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries and boosting team productivity.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Coordinator

Lafayette College
EASTON, PA
09.2021 - Current
  • Maintained organized files and developed correspondence for effective communication.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for departmental meetings and events.
  • Handled inquiries and requests efficiently, ensuring prompt responses.
  • Managed staff calendars to optimize scheduling and productivity.
  • Administered event logistics and support, enhancing overall operational flow.
  • Designed flyers, brochures, and invitations for various events.
  • Scheduled and administered test proctoring, including training for new proctors.
  • Processed purchases and invoices accurately to maintain financial records.
  • Coordinated administrative tasks to support faculty and student needs.
  • Assisted in the preparation of reports and documentation for various projects.

Art and Design Reader

College Board
06.2020 - Current
  • AP Art and Design Reader
  • Experienced art educators evaluate student portfolios using standardized scoring guidelines.

Summer Art Instructor

The Center for Contemporary Art
Bedminster, New Jersey
06.2019 - Current

Created engaging art lesson plans tailored for diverse student groups.

  • Facilitated exploration of contemporary art movements and styles among students.

Program Director

Winnewald Day Camp
Clinton, New Jersey
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Directed and supported camp counselors, activity leaders, and other staff members, to ensure they were prepared to lead engaging and safe programs.
  • Assessed the effectiveness of camp activities and made adjustments as needed to enhance the camper experience.
  • Managed any behavioral issues that arose, providing guidance and support to campers and staff.
  • Implemented and enforced safety protocols, emergency procedures to ensure the well-being of all campers.

Painting Instructor

Painting with a Twist
Bridgewater, USA
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Instructed groups in various painting techniques and styles.
  • Guided participants through step-by-step painting processes.

Lead Visual Art Teacher

Team Charter Schools, Newark Collegiate Academy, KIPP:NJ
01.2013 - 01.2019
  • Create grade level appropriate curriculum for High School students.
  • Classes taught include: Drawing and Painting 100, 200, 300 level. Mixed Media, AP Studio Art: Drawing and 2-D Design.
  • Activities include drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, weaving, mosaics, sewing, paper Mache’, felting, and sculpture.
  • Conduct ongoing assessment of student skills and learning in artistic techniques and expression, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
  • Conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
  • Devoted to art making and professional development as an artist educator and experienced in teaching and utilizing a variety of artistic media.
  • Coordinate student art exhibits, student art trips, coordinating arts education partnerships with local organizations and local art galleries.

Art Teacher

Warren Hills Regional High School
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Classes taught - Drawing & Painting, Graphic Design, Ceramics I, Advanced Ceramics - Art History integrated into all classes.

Paraprofessional

Warren Hills Regional High School
01.1996 - 01.2011
  • Special Education for two visually impaired students 7-12th grade.

Drama Club Art Director

Warren Hills Regional School District
Washington, New Jersey
09.2001 - 07.2007
  • Set design and construction for numerous plays: The Music Man, You Can’t Take It with You, The Curious Savage, The Diary of Anne Frank, Harvey, Bye Bye Birdie, Oklahoma, + many more.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance student performance and outcomes.

Education

AP Studio Art Summer Institute -

Fitchburg University
Fitchburg, Massachusetts
01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Art Education K-12

Kutztown University
Kutztown, Pennsylvania
01.2008

Associate of Arts - Visual Arts

Raritan Valley Community College
Somerville, New Jersey
01.2006

Associate of Arts - Liberal Art

Raritan Valley Community College
Somerville, New Jersey
01.2006

Skills

  • Office management
  • Effective communication
  • File management
  • Report preparation
  • Scheduling optimization
  • Event coordination
  • Adaptability to change
  • Project Support
  • Document management
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Logistics management

Awards

  • 2018, Philadelphia Museum of Art VAST Teachers Program
  • 2016/2017, AENJ Scholarship award - New Hampshire Institute of Art (summer PD)
  • 2015, National Gallery of Art Summer Teacher Institute – Art of the Renaissance
  • 2015, Scholarship award Da Vinci Initiative, Ani Academy / The Da Vinci Initiative. The Language of Art: New Approaches for teaching Visual Literacy

Publications

  • "If Picasso Went on Vacation", Firehouse Publications, 2016
  • Akkwaaba Gallery, Newark, NJ, 2019

Conference Presentations

  • 2016, New York State Art Teachers Association (NYSATA)
  • 2019, Art Educators of NJ (AENJ), Wayne Theibaud Inspired Photography Still-life Drawing

Leadership Experience

  • Lead Teacher/ Lead Planner, Newark Collegiate Academy, Current
  • New Teacher Mentor, 08/14 - 06/15
  • Chairman Staff Happy, 08/15 - 06/17

Timeline

Administrative Coordinator

Lafayette College
09.2021 - Current

Program Director

Winnewald Day Camp
06.2021 - 08.2022

Art and Design Reader

College Board
06.2020 - Current

Summer Art Instructor

The Center for Contemporary Art
06.2019 - Current

Painting Instructor

Painting with a Twist
01.2019 - 01.2020

Lead Visual Art Teacher

Team Charter Schools, Newark Collegiate Academy, KIPP:NJ
01.2013 - 01.2019

Art Teacher

Warren Hills Regional High School
01.2011 - 01.2013

Drama Club Art Director

Warren Hills Regional School District
09.2001 - 07.2007

Paraprofessional

Warren Hills Regional High School
01.1996 - 01.2011

AP Studio Art Summer Institute -

Fitchburg University

Bachelor of Science - Art Education K-12

Kutztown University

Associate of Arts - Visual Arts

Raritan Valley Community College

Associate of Arts - Liberal Art

Raritan Valley Community College