Rex DeLoney
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Dynamic Art Instructor with a proven track record at Little Rock Central High School, adept in collaborative teaching and curriculum design. Spearheaded innovative after-school programs and exhibitions, significantly enhancing student engagement and showcasing talents community-wide. Expert in maintaining high-quality art resources, fostering an inclusive education environment, and driving student success in and out of the classroom.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Instructor/ Fine Arts Department Chair
Little Rock Central High School
08.2005 - Current
- Led after-school programs focused on specific artistic disciplines such as pottery or photography, offering additional opportunities for student growth outside of regular class hours.
- Created and delivered lessons through distance, virtual and face-to-face learning and fulfilled requirements of district's curriculum program.
- Managed budgets for art supplies while maintaining high-quality materials accessible for all students throughout the year.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Utilized innovative assessment methods like self-evaluations or group critiques to foster critical thinking skills within students about their own work and others.
- Presented students'' artwork at school events and exhibitions, showcasing their talents to the community.
- Developed lesson plans surrounding various types of art, history and culture.
Art Instructor
Pulaski County School District
08.2004 - 05.2005
- Managed budgets for art supplies while maintaining high-quality materials accessible for all students throughout the year.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable expressing themselves through art.
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans.
- Presented students'' artwork at school events and exhibitions, showcasing their talents to the community.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
Art Instructor/ Head Varsity Football Coach
Yakima School District 7
08.1996 - 05.2003
- Led after-school programs focused on specific artistic disciplines such as pottery or photography, offering additional opportunities for student growth outside of regular class hours.
- Managed budgets for art supplies while maintaining high-quality materials accessible for all students throughout the year.
- Created and delivered lessons through distance, virtual and face-to-face learning and fulfilled requirements of district's curriculum program.
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Promoted academic success among student-athletes by emphasizing the importance of balancing schoolwork with athletic commitments.
- Provided guidance to athletes during the college recruitment process, helping many secure scholarships at top athletic programs.
Education
M.Ed - Education
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA05-2000
Teacher Certification
Heritage College
Toppenish, WA12-1990
Skills
- Collaborative teaching
- Student engagement
- Inclusive education
- Motivational
- Curriculum design
- Visual communication
- Assessment strategies
Timeline
Art Instructor/ Fine Arts Department Chair
Little Rock Central High School
08.2005 - Current
Art Instructor
Pulaski County School District
08.2004 - 05.2005
Art Instructor/ Head Varsity Football Coach
Yakima School District 7
08.1996 - 05.2003
M.Ed - Education
Central Washington University
Teacher Certification
Heritage College
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