Phyllis Sabattis
Portland,ME
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Educator
Oak Street Studios - Portland Maine
01.2025 - Current
- Enhancing student creativity by incorporating various art techniques and mediums into lesson plans.
- Remained current on emerging trends in contemporary visual arts and integrated these concepts into lessons to foster continued interest and curiosity among students.
- Increased parental involvement in the arts program through regular communication about events.
Art Director
Future Stars Art Camp
06.2021 - Current
- Developing and planning creative projects age-appropriate art activities and projects that align with the camp’s theme and goals.
- Supervise and guide a team of assistants.
- Teaching and leading art classes, instructing campers on various art techniques (painting, drawing, sculpture, etc.), fostering creativity and self-expression.
- Maintaining supplies and equipment to ensure the art supplies are well-stocked, organized, and safe for use.
- Fostering a positive environment and create an encouraging and inclusive atmosphere where campers feel inspired and free to explore their creativity.
Freelance Artist and Creative Entrepreneur
Self Employed
12.2018 - Current
- Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product.
- Utilized social media platforms proactively to promote personal brand awareness while engaging with potential clients or collaborators regularly.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Consulted with clients to discuss commission ideas and style preferences to create mutually agreeable project parameters.
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, paints, and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
Social and Emotional Learning Educator
The Leadership School at Kieve Wavus Education
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Lead SEL-focused activities and discussions, addressing topics such as emotional regulation, self-awareness, empathy, resilience, and teamwork.
- Design and implement curriculum that integrates SEL principles with outdoor and physical activities, ensuring students learn through experience.
- Facilitate group discussions, reflections, and debriefing sessions to help participants process their emotions and growth during the activities.
- Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment where students feel comfortable sharing their feelings and engaging in challenging activities.
- Lead outdoor activities like ropes course challenges, climbing, and team-building exercises, ensuring they align with SEL goals.
- Guide students through physical and mental challenges, encouraging teamwork, communication, trust, and problem-solving.
- Adapt activities based on group dynamics and individual needs to maximize engagement and learning outcomes.
Book Illustrator
Kieve-Wavus Education Inc.
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Work closely with the authors and subject matter experts to understand the educational goals of the book, ensuring the illustrations align with the SEL content.
- Illustrate key SEL concepts such as self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, relationship-building, and responsible decision-making in a way that teachers can easily reference in the classroom.
- Represent diverse social, emotional, and cultural experiences in your illustrations, ensuring all educators and students can relate to the visual content.
Front Desk Assistant/Media Person
Future Stars Tennis Club
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Answer phone calls, emails, and in-person inquiries, providing information on membership options, tennis lessons, camp schedules, and facility amenities.
- Greet and assist members, visitors, and parents of the summer camp with a friendly and professional demeanor, ensuring positive experiences for all.
- Address and resolve client or camper concerns and complaints promptly, escalating issues to management if needed.
- Assist with registration and sign-ups for both tennis lessons and summer camp activities.
Art Camp & Fitness Instructor
Indian Township Education
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Create age-appropriate lesson plans that integrate a variety of art techniques (e.g., drawing, painting, sculpture, and crafts) while incorporating elements of our community’s culture and heritage.
- Organize group art activities that encourage collaboration, teamwork, and the exchange of ideas.
- Maintain an inventory of art supplies and ensure materials are kept in good condition, restocking as necessary
- Design and lead age-appropriate fitness programs for teens, focusing on overall wellness, strength, flexibility, and endurance.
- Offer a variety of classes that incorporate cardiovascular exercises, strength training, yoga, and group fitness to engage a broad range of participants.
Server
Union Cantina
05.2017 - 07.2017
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
House Keeper/Personal Gardener
Teena Nikolich
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
- Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Clean and maintain all areas of the home, including living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, bathrooms, and hallways, ensuring that all spaces meet high cleanliness standards.
Server
Cesar's Pub & Grill
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Seasonal House Keeper
Calais Motor Inn
06.2013 - 08.2015
- Clean and sanitize guest rooms daily, including dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and wiping down surfaces.
- Address guest needs such as additional towels, pillows, blankets, or special cleaning services.
- Operate industrial washing machines and dryers, ensuring that all laundry is washed and dried according to hotel standards.
- Use appropriate detergents, bleach, and fabric softeners for different laundry types to maintain fabric quality.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
University of Maine
Orono, ME12-2018
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Belaying
- Facilitation
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Emotional
- Intelligence
- Leadership
- Outdoor Education
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- Sculpture skills such
as
-wood working
-Metal working/welding
-ceramics
● Print Making
-wood block print
-screen printing
-copper etching plate printing
● Exceptional painting
and drawing skills
Exhibitions
Senior Exhibition, Orono, ME— University of Maine
2017
Indian Township Art Show, Bar Harbor, ME—Abbe Museum
2011
Indian Township Art Show, Bar Harbor, ME—Abbe Museum
Timeline
Art Educator
Oak Street Studios - Portland Maine
01.2025 - Current
Art Director
Future Stars Art Camp
06.2021 - Current
Book Illustrator
Kieve-Wavus Education Inc.
11.2019 - 02.2020
Front Desk Assistant/Media Person
Future Stars Tennis Club
05.2019 - 09.2019
Social and Emotional Learning Educator
The Leadership School at Kieve Wavus Education
03.2019 - 06.2021
Freelance Artist and Creative Entrepreneur
Self Employed
12.2018 - Current
Art Camp & Fitness Instructor
Indian Township Education
06.2018 - 08.2018
Server
Union Cantina
05.2017 - 07.2017
House Keeper/Personal Gardener
Teena Nikolich
05.2016 - 07.2016
Server
Cesar's Pub & Grill
06.2015 - 08.2015
Seasonal House Keeper
Calais Motor Inn
06.2013 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
University of Maine
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