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Paula Conroy

Manahawkin,NJ

Summary

Professional educator with deep expertise in visual arts and strong commitment to fostering creativity and artistic skills. Demonstrates effective classroom management and ability to inspire students through engaging lesson plans. Highly adaptable, with proven track record of collaborating with colleagues to achieve educational goals. Known for reliability and consistent focus on delivering impactful results in diverse educational settings.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Harvey Schnall
09.1990 - 06.2022
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, and recordkeeping.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Art Teacher

East Ramapo Central School District
09.1986 - 06.1990
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Organized school-wide art exhibits showcasing student talent and promoting the importance of visual arts in education.
  • Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
  • Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
  • Participated in committees dedicated to enhancing school culture and developing innovative curriculum initiatives within the visual arts department.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, connecting art with other subject areas.

Education

Master of Science - Studio Arts

College of New Rochelle
New Rochelle, NY
05-1997

Bachelor of Science - Art Education

SUNY College At New Paltz
New Paltz, NY
12-1983

Accomplishments

  • Recognized by multiple schools as an excellent substitute.
  • Specialized in substituting for [subject] classes.
  • Completed extra training to further help students under care.
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].

Timeline

Substitute Teacher, K-12

Harvey Schnall
09.1990 - 06.2022

Art Teacher

East Ramapo Central School District
09.1986 - 06.1990

Master of Science - Studio Arts

College of New Rochelle

Bachelor of Science - Art Education

SUNY College At New Paltz

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