Nina Velazquez
Riverdale,NY
Summary
Organized, passionate and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
New Horizons After School Program At P.S. 81
09.2014 - Current
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
- Developed students'' artistic skills by providing personalized feedback and guidance on their artwork.
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
- Actively sought professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in teaching art, integrating new ideas into instruction when appropriate.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment, and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Held after-school meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
- Scheduled shows and performances following the school calendar
Parent Coordinator
N.Y.C. Department Of Education
08.2003 - Current
- Enhanced parent involvement by organizing workshops and informational sessions on school programs and resources. Developed strong relationships with parents, resulting in increased trust and communication between families and school.
- Collaborated with school staff to identify areas of need, and implemented targeted interventions for at-risk students.
- Served as liaison between parents, teachers, and administrators to address concerns and promote positive outcomes for all parties involved.
- Created a welcoming environment for parents through regular open house events, fostering a sense of community within the school.
- Implemented effective communication strategies, keeping parents informed about their child's progress and upcoming events.
- Provided support to families in crisis by connecting them to appropriate community resources and services.
- Organized volunteer opportunities for parents, increasing parental involvement in school activities.
- Assisted administrators with the development of parent surveys to gather feedback on school-wide initiatives and improvements.
- Managed various fundraising efforts for school programs, generating additional financial support for educational initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of parent contact information, ensuring timely communication with families when necessary.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to provide families access to valuable resources addressing health, education, or employment needs.
- Streamlined processes for family engagement events; planning logistics from start-to-finish including promotion materials distribution among community members.
- Championed various outreach initiatives aimed at engaging underrepresented communities within our district; amplifying diverse perspectives that foster inclusive learning environments.
Visual Artist
Self
05.1983 - Current
- Enhanced gallery visitors'' experience by creating visually engaging and thought-provoking artwork.
- Collaborated with fellow artists to produce impactful group exhibitions, promoting a diverse range of artistic styles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and collectors, resulting in repeat commissions for custom artwork.
- Boosted online presence through strategic social media marketing, increasing visibility and attracting new potential buyers.
- Curated successful art shows, showcasing work from multiple artists while maintaining a cohesive theme throughout exhibitions.
- Designed visually appealing promotional materials for exhibitions, events, or personal branding purposes.
- Contributed to community development through participation in public art initiatives or mural projects that enhanced local aesthetics.
- Established a recognizable personal brand through consistent style choices, thematic explorations, and an evolving portfolio of work.
- Participated in creative brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas or improve existing ones.
- Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.
- Built and maintained working relationships with galleries and other art venues.
Private Art Consultant
Self Employed Services
02.1986 - 08.1988
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized art consultations and recommendations.
- Assisted clients in building cohesive art collections for both aesthetic and investment purposes. Clients included AT&T, Chase Bank, Citi Bank
- Developed relationships with artists, galleries, and collectors to source unique works of art for clients.
- Curated exhibits within corporate and residential spaces, showcasing a diverse range of artwork.
- Increased client referrals through exceptional customer service and extensive knowledge of art market.
- Organized private viewings and studio visits for clients to experience artwork firsthand before purchasing.
- Expanded network connections through attending art fairs, gallery openings, exhibitions, auctions, and other relevant events.
- Increased exposure for emerging artists by connecting them with collectors and organizing solo or group exhibitions.
Co Owner/Director
New Math Gallery
03.1983 - 02.1986
- Conceived concept of New Math Gallery, one of the premier galleries during 1980s East Village art movement
- Managed careers of 12 artists, carefully placing their work in targeted museum and private collections
- Curated solo and group exhibitions
- Created database of individual and corporate collectors
- Managed all advertising and promotion
- Managed New Math Gallery's expansion from a small 600-square-foot storefront to 3,800-square-foot space
- Raised money through donors to fund expansion of New Math Gallery
- Secured both grants and private funding for individual artists
- Collaborated with Polynero Gallery in Antwerp, Belgium to showcase artists overseas and produce printed catalogs of artist's work
- Participated in several museum and university exhibitions and panel discussions
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH05.2021
No Degree - Fine Arts
School of Visual Arts
New York, NY05.1983
Skills
- Event Planning
- Fund Raising
- Grant Writing
- Community Building
- Arts Programming
- Social Media Marketing
Accomplishments
Produced the Annual P.S. 81 Children's show for 16 years . The P.S. 81 Children's show is a beloved tradition at P.S. 81. It raises money to offset the cost of artist residencies while fostering family and community engagement
Hosted the P.S. 81Annual International Dinner since 1994.
This event brings together all of the P.S. 81 Families to share a meal and celebrate the diverse culture of our community
Hosted a P.S. 81 Family Art Day since 2014
This event is a free family event opened to all of our Riverdale community. Family Art Day brings together artists, high school community service volunteers, staff members, parents and children for a day of free art making and community building
Timeline
Art Teacher
New Horizons After School Program At P.S. 81
09.2014 - Current
Parent Coordinator
N.Y.C. Department Of Education
08.2003 - Current
Private Art Consultant
Self Employed Services
02.1986 - 08.1988
Visual Artist
Self
05.1983 - Current
Co Owner/Director
New Math Gallery
03.1983 - 02.1986
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Eastern Gateway Community College
No Degree - Fine Arts
School of Visual Arts
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