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Sara Flores

Henderson,NV
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase."
Martin Luther King, Jr
Sara Flores

Summary

Enthusiastic and creative entrepreneur and art educator with solid understanding of interpersonal communication and emotional needs. Ready to leverage experience and skills accrued while teaching to pursue new professional challenges.

Overview

22
years of professional experience

Work History

Las Vegas' Sweet Art
Henderson, NV

Artist/ Entrepreneur
08.2004 - Current

Job overview

  • https://www.facebook.com/LasVegasSweetArt
  • Designed custom artwork for clients, meeting their creative vision and ensuring satisfaction with the final product
  • Responsible for all marketing, sales, billing, and customer service
  • Created over 100 murals and custom art projects
  • Fabricated props and costumes for local performers and show producers
  • Featured in Las Vegas Review Journal's View publication
  • Maintained and shared portfolios of artistic work to demonstrate styles and abilities with customers

007 Handyman
Henderson, NV

Co-owner, Assistant Office Manager
10.2006 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Managed company estimates and invoices, customer emails, and general bookkeeping
  • Conducted in-home client consultations for handyman/ carpentry services
  • Provided creative solutions for client requests
  • Assisted with designing, building, finishing, and installing custom carpentry pieces
  • Implemented innovative marketing campaigns to expand customer base and increase brand awareness
  • Interacted with customers to build rapport and nurture relationships

J Marlan Walker, Clark County School District

K-5 Art Specialist
07.2019 - 08.2020

Job overview

  • Established after-school art program two years prior to full-time employment at this school
  • Created safe and nurturing environment that promoted emotional well-being and artistic growth for over 700 students
  • Cultivated full curriculum of age-appropriate lessons centered around Elements and Principles of Art and Design, as well as Art History
  • Communicated effectively with parents about their children in the art program, encouraging family engagement
  • Developed and facilitated after-school art club with local high school students

4-D Baby Ultrasound (Bun in the Oven LLC)

Owner
07.2004 - 07.2006

Job overview

  • Owned and operated business that offered 4-D ultrasounds for pregnant clients
  • Responsible for scheduling, sales, marketing, and customer service
  • Managed day-to-day operations, bookkeeping, and payroll for employees
  • Established network with physicians for marketing targeted towards local clients
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals

Lewis E. Rowe, Clark County School District

Art Specialist
08.2002 - 08.2004

Job overview

  • Adapted pedagogy to accommodate a variety of abilities and needs to over 1,100 elementary students over year-round schedule
  • Established Art Club that completed several advanced projects, including two exterior murals on campus
  • Showcased student artwork throughout school and recognized "Artists of the Month" by framing work in front office
  • Participated in several family engagement activities, staff development committees, and presented digital portfolios for region's Art Specialists
  • Collaborated with other CCSD Art Specialists for "Art People's Park" event at UNLV
  • Mentored undergraduate art education students by sharing resources and insights

Education

University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie, WI

Bachelor of Science from Art Education K-12
05.2002

University Overview

  • Graduated with Magna Cum Laude Honors, 3.7 GPA
  • Worked on campus as a Writing Assistant in the University's Tutor Center
  • Gained employment creating digital art portfolios through a local grant
  • Artwork was showcased in several campus galleries
  • Thomas J Brown Memorial Art Scholarship Recipient


Professional Development Coursework, 2019:

  • Intro to Family Participation (College of Southern Nevada)
  • Protecting Your Students' Mental Health, Motivating Your Students to Learn, Integrating the Arts as a Teaching Tool (Teacher CEU Toolbox)

Skills

  • Critical and Creative Thinking
  • Empathy and Rapport
  • Client Relationships
  • Project Design
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Idea Development and Brainstorming
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Friendly and Enthusiastic
  • Visual Art Creation

Certification

  • License for Educational Personnel, State of Nevada-Endorsements: K-12 Art [Expires 1/15/2025]
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Work Preference

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RemoteHybridOn-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursCareer advancementWork from home option

Interests

Painting

Baking

Travel

Timeline

K-5 Art Specialist

J Marlan Walker, Clark County School District
07.2019 - 08.2020

Co-owner, Assistant Office Manager

007 Handyman
10.2006 - 12.2022

Artist/ Entrepreneur

Las Vegas' Sweet Art
08.2004 - Current

Owner

4-D Baby Ultrasound (Bun in the Oven LLC)
07.2004 - 07.2006

Art Specialist

Lewis E. Rowe, Clark County School District
08.2002 - 08.2004

University of Wisconsin-Stout

Bachelor of Science from Art Education K-12
Sara Flores