Ryan Gillespie
Bryant,AR
Summary
Art Teacher with experience in developing and implementing lesson plans focused on art fundamentals, including color theory and design principles. Demonstrated ability to assess student progress through formal and informal evaluations while maintaining accurate records of attendance and grades. Engaged in professional development workshops to enhance teaching practices in visual arts education. Advocated for increased funding for arts programs through successful grant writing initiatives, contributing to the overall enrichment of the school’s art curriculum.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher, K-12
Bryant Public Schools
Bryant, AR
10.2013 - Current
- Assessed student progress throughout the semester through both formal and informal evaluations.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art fundamentals, such as color theory, design principles, and techniques.
- Incorporated a variety of instructional materials into lessons such as books, videos, slideshows.
- Instructed students in the use of various art materials and techniques.
- Attended professional development workshops related to teaching best practices in visual arts education.
Senior Maintenance Technician
Lindsey Management Company
Little Rock, AR
01.2011 - 09.2013
- Developed and implemented employee incentive programs to promote top performance.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
Art Teacher, K-12
Hamburg School District
Hamburg, AR
08.2008 - 05.2011
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art fundamentals, such as color theory, design principles, and techniques.
- Instructed students in the use of various art materials and techniques.
- Maintained accurate records regarding student attendance, grades, behavior reports.
- Advocated for increased funding for school-wide arts programs through grant writing initiatives.
- Encouraged creativity by providing guidance on how to develop ideas into finished works of art.
- Incorporated a variety of instructional materials into lessons such as books, videos, slideshows.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR05-2005
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Art techniques
- Creative guidance
- Classroom management
- Visual arts education
- Collaboration skills
Timeline
Art Teacher, K-12
Bryant Public Schools
10.2013 - Current
Senior Maintenance Technician
Lindsey Management Company
01.2011 - 09.2013
Art Teacher, K-12
Hamburg School District
08.2008 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
Henderson State University
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