Rebecca D. Huffman
Suffolk,VA
Summary
Accomplished educator and instructional leader with 26 years of experience seeking an administrative leadership position. Committed to strengthening curriculum integration, fostering lifelong learning, promoting student success, and supporting staff through collaborative, servant leadership. Dedicated to cultivating a culture of integrity, strength, and wisdom in education.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
Hugo A. Owens Middle School
12.2000 - Current
- Lead innovative visual arts instruction PreK–12, integrating STEAM and cross-curricular strategies.
- Developed curriculum, coordinated yearbook, picture day, and student recognition programs.
- Provided instructional leadership through PLCs, staff development, and mentoring of colleagues.
- Supported data analysis, truancy interventions, graduation ceremonies, and homebound instruction.
- Additional Roles & Contributions:
- STEAM Curriculum Writer (CPS, 2017)
- Art Curriculum Writer (CPS, 2001 & 2017 Revision)
- Staff Developer – STEAM Cross-Curricular Instruction (2018)
- Elementary Summer Art Enrichment Instructor (2017–2018)
Education
Master of Science - Educational Leadership, Postgraduate Professional License in Administration & Supervision PreK–12
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Art Education PreK–12, Visual Art Endorsement
Longwood University
Farmville, VA01.2000
Skills
- Collaborative & Servant Leadership
- Curriculum Development & Integration
- Staff Mentoring & Professional Development
- Creative Problem Solving & Strategic Planning
- Technology: Canvas, Canva
- Student Recognition & Community Engagement
- Instructional leadership
- Staff development
- Diversity awareness
- Crisis management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Organizational leadership
Accomplishments
- STEAM Curriculum Writer (CPS, 2017)
- Art Curriculum Writer (CPS, 2001 & 2017 Revision)
- Staff Developer – STEAM Cross-Curricular Instruction (2018)
- Elementary Summer Art Enrichment Instructor (2017–2018)
- Teacher of the Year, 2023–2024
- VDOE Steering Committee Member – Art & Fine Arts SOL Revision
- Presenter, Citywide and Statewide Professional Development
- Coaching: Field Hockey (JV & Middle), Cheerleading (Middle & College)
- Coordinated student galleries, exhibitions, and academic/athletic awards
- Contributed to financial management, fundraising, and school-wide event planning
Timeline
Art Teacher
Hugo A. Owens Middle School
12.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Art Education PreK–12, Visual Art Endorsement
Longwood University
Master of Science - Educational Leadership, Postgraduate Professional License in Administration & Supervision PreK–12
Regent University
Leadership & Achievements
- VDOE Steering Committee Member – Art & Fine Arts SOL Revision
- Presenter, Citywide and Statewide Professional Development
- Coaching: Field Hockey (JV & Middle), Cheerleading (Middle & College)
- Coordinated student galleries, exhibitions, and academic/athletic awards
- Contributed to financial management, fundraising, and school-wide event planning
- VDOE Fine Arts Revision Committee
- Truancy
- Yearbook
- Picture Day Coordinator
- Cooperating Teacher & Mentor
- Summer School Administration-Practicum
Awards
Teacher of the Year, 2023–2024, Contributions to STEAM Curriculum Development, Gallery of Excellence – Walsworth Yearbooks, Teacher of the Year Nominee, 2016–2018
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