Rachael Coyne
Covington,LA
Summary
Dynamic and innovative educator dedicated to nurturing artistic expression and student growth. Proficient in a diverse range of artistic techniques and mediums, with strong skills in lesson planning and classroom management. Passionate about inspiring a lifelong love for art while fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that encourages creativity and exploration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Itinerant Art Teacher
Abney Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging art curricula that enhanced student creativity and critical thinking.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for artistic growth.
- 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.
- Mentored junior teachers in effective classroom management and lesson planning strategies.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques to improve student participation and interest in art.
Tutor
Scholars of Mandeville
06.2025 - Current
- Facilitated interactive tutoring sessions, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Implemented innovative instructional techniques, improving overall academic performance among tutees.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
First Grade Teacher
Bayou Woods Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Communicated regularly with parents through newsletters, phone calls, and conferences.
- Provided individual attention to struggling learners using differentiated instruction techniques.
- Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to age-level and interests of students.
- Maintained positive and safe classroom environment via effective management and discipline techniques.
- Participated in professional development courses related to instructional strategies and current educational trends.
- Created a positive classroom environment that fostered student collaboration and creativity.
Painting Instructor
Painting With a Twist
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Organized art supplies and maintained a clean work area.
- Promoted an atmosphere of collaboration and positivity among children and adults to create paintings together.
- Instructed children and adults on the use of acrylic painting, candle making, and sculpture projects.
- Encouraged children and adults to develop personal styles and express feelings through art mediums.
- Prompted children and adult motivation and participation through positive reinforcement and continuous recognition.
Education
BS - Early Childhood Education with a minor in art
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA, US05-2022
Skills
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Behavior modeling
- Differentiated instruction
- Art technique
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
Extracurricular Activities
Kappa Pi Art Society NSU Crew Rower Current Sauce Newspaper Designer Vice President of NSU's Archery Team Kappa Pi Art Society NSU Crew Rower Current Sauce Newspaper Designer Vice President of NSU's Archery Team
Timeline
Itinerant Art Teacher
Abney Elementary School
08.2025 - Current
Tutor
Scholars of Mandeville
06.2025 - Current
First Grade Teacher
Bayou Woods Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Painting Instructor
Painting With a Twist
06.2022 - 10.2023
BS - Early Childhood Education with a minor in art
Northwestern State University of Louisiana