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Riley Strong

Summary

This professional artist and educator carries expertise in creating engaging and impactful learning experiences and is seeking a school home with which to stay and grow for years to come. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for effective communication, creativity, and passion for student development.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Enrichment Teacher

Deep Roots Charter School
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades kindergarten through 6th.
  • Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
  • Acted as school Support Staff providing additional support to administration through substitute teaching, providing behavior support, and leading multiple grade levels in our FLEX literacy initiative.

Group Teacher

Moonstone Preschool
03.2023 - 01.2024
  • Participated in cooperative lesson planning with a focus on integration of the arts throughout all academic areas.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.

Visual Arts Faculty, Ceramics Studio/Camps Manager

Abington Arts Center
06.2021 - 05.2023
  • Instructed for both youth and adult ceramic/visual arts programming, teaching all ages.
  • Led collaborative ceramics faculty meetings to increase communication among the team.
  • Purchased and maintained studio equipment and materials.
  • Created a team of volunteers to form the Studio Monitor program.
  • Returned for the Summer of 2024 to manage a robust fine arts Summer Camp program.

Teaching Artist and Preschool Art Teacher

Darlington Arts Center
09.2021 - 05.2023


  • Instructed for both youth and adult ceramic/visual arts programming, teaching all ages.
  • Developed and implemented daily engaging art lessons for students ages 3-5.
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.

Ceramic Artist-in-Residence and Faculty

Worcester Center for Crafts at WSU
06.2019 - 06.2021
  • Cultivated an independent studio art practice.
  • Instructed for both youth and adult ceramic arts programming, teaching all ages.
  • Collaborated with director in program development.
  • Planned, Promoted, and Participated in art exhibitions and shows to showcase work.

Education

MS - Art Education

Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA
05-2026

BFA - Fine Arts

Union University
Jackson, TN
06-2019

Timeline

Art Enrichment Teacher

Deep Roots Charter School
08.2024 - Current

Group Teacher

Moonstone Preschool
03.2023 - 01.2024

Teaching Artist and Preschool Art Teacher

Darlington Arts Center
09.2021 - 05.2023

Visual Arts Faculty, Ceramics Studio/Camps Manager

Abington Arts Center
06.2021 - 05.2023

Ceramic Artist-in-Residence and Faculty

Worcester Center for Crafts at WSU
06.2019 - 06.2021

MS - Art Education

Saint Joseph's University

BFA - Fine Arts

Union University

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