Pilar Hunt
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented educator with strong work ethic and dedication to achieving goals. Fluent in Spanish and American English. Skilled at developing and maintaining documentation systems, managing calendars and preparing reports. Knowledgeable in project management principles, business processes and customer service best practices. Provides clear and easy instruction to students of all ages. Creates positive work environment and effectively manages student behavior.
Engaging and energetic professional certified in Art Education and licensed in Texas. Committed to designing lessons to accommodate broad range of learning styles and encouraging students to reach fullest potential.
Dependable Coordinator provides excellent office management and administrative support. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Creative problem solver with strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Team player.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Canyon Independent School District
11.2023 - Current
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
Art Teacher
Pampa Independent School District
07.2018 - 05.2023
- 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.
- Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, connecting art with other subject areas.
- Organized school-wide art exhibits showcasing student talent and promoting the importance of visual arts in education.
- Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
- 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.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Developed and facilitated after-school art clubs and activities for students to hone skills.
- Developed and maintained relationships with local artists and museums to enhance student learning.
- Utilized technology to create digital art and introduce students to new media.
- Scheduled shows and performances in accordance with school calendar.
- Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among students.
- Improved student engagement in the classroom by designing innovative, project-based learning experiences focused on artistic expression.
- Communicated effectively with parents about their child''s progress in the arts program, addressing any concerns or suggestions for improvement as needed.
- Actively sought professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in teaching art, integrating new ideas into instruction when appropriate.
- Participated in committees dedicated to enhancing school culture and developing innovative curriculum initiatives within the visual arts department.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades 9th through 12th.
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Evaluated and graded students' class work, performances, projects, assignments and papers.
- Enhanced classroom instruction with multimedia presentations.
- Organized and led field trips to local art galleries and museums to enrich curriculum and student experience.
- Assisted in development of student portfolios for college and scholarship applications.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Sponsored student fine arts clubs, attending club meetings and events.
- Held afterschool meetings and rehearsals in preparation for shows.
Military Police Officer
US Army
10.2001 - 10.2009
- Responded to reports of irregular activities and notified dispatcher for required emergency units.
- Managed weapon handling, delivery and shipping systems.
- Operated surveillance radar, communication systems and identification equipment.
- Trained in small arms, anti-armor and indirect fire weapons.
- Served in on-call capacity for last-minute or late-night taskings from leadership.
- Demonstrated exemplary professionalism at all times while representing the military community both domestically and abroad.
- Participated in joint exercises (South Korea/USA) designed to test readiness levels.
- Maintained strong working relationships with international counterparts to facilitate information exchange and cooperation efforts.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently under tight deadlines while maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Contributed to crisis response planning through rigorous scenario-based analyses of various contingencies.
Education
Master of Arts - Art Education
The Art of Education University
Osage, IA05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Arts / Art Education
The University of Texas Permian Basin
Odessa, TX12.2018
No Degree - Languages - ESL / Portuguese
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05.1998
BBA - International Business
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
Cali, Colombia05.1996
Skills
- Spanish / Native
- American English / Fluent
- Portuguese / Basic
- Italian / Basic
- French / Elementary
- Korean / Novice
- Familiar with Salesforce, Datatel, and AdvisorTrac
- Records Management (Budget, Reports, Inventory, Etc)
- Classroom Instruction
- Event Coordination
- Scheduling and Calendar Management
- Curriculum development (training materials) and Implementation
- Office Equipment Proficiency
- Customer Relations
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Social Media Promotion
- Client Relationship Development
- Advising
- Information Collection
- Financial Management
- Team Player
Websites
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Canyon Independent School District
11.2023 - Current
Art Teacher
Pampa Independent School District
07.2018 - 05.2023
Military Police Officer
US Army
10.2001 - 10.2009
Master of Arts - Art Education
The Art of Education University
Bachelor of Arts - Arts / Art Education
The University of Texas Permian Basin
No Degree - Languages - ESL / Portuguese
Miami Dade College
BBA - International Business
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
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