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Shannon Hood

Sewell

Summary

Enthusiastic Art Teacher with passion for nurturing creativity and artistic development in students. Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive art programs tailored to diverse learning needs. Focuses on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring adaptability to changing educational requirements. Proficient in various artistic techniques and fostering supportive learning environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Teacher

Voorhees School District
11.2022 - Current
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
  • Managed a diverse range of learners, adapting lesson plans to accommodate different abilities and interests.
  • Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
  • Developed and implemented engaging art lessons for students in grades 6 through 8
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining discipline while fostering creativity and individuality in student work.
  • Established a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encouraged open communication and collaboration among students.
  • Organized school-wide art exhibits showcasing student talent and promoting the importance of visual arts in education.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, connecting art with other subject areas.

Art Teaching

Ralph J. Steinhauer
09.2020 - 11.2022
  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Provide students with various means of creating and turning in assignments to adjust to the various needs of the virtual learning environment.
  • Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
  • Meet or correspond with parents or guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
  • Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
  • Facilitated gym classes while maintaining my primary art classes to adjust to the social distancing guidelines.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Howard Yocum Elementary School
03.2020 - 06.2020
  • Observed fellow educators in the classroom to learn classroom routines and educational curriculum.
  • Worked with a co-teacher and other fellow teachers to develop educational lesson plans intended for a large group of diverse learners.
  • Met with students in small groups to serve different educational needs.
  • Overcame the challenges of working remotely during a national state of emergency.
  • Developed and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Maintained strong communication with parents and fellow teachers through effective and informative emails.
  • Implemented educational resources for students during remote learning.
  • Used a wide variety of technological resources to educate and communicate with students, parents, and teachers.

Substitute Teacher

ESS
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Educated elementary school students in various subjects during the absence of head teacher.
  • Enforced classroom routines to maintain consistency with students.
  • Administered tests and quizzes.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Student Teacher

Sherwood Elementary School
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • Observed art teacher and students in a classroom setting.
  • Collaborated with art teacher as well as grade level teachers to develop appropriate lesson plans.
  • Modified lesson plans to fit individual student needs according to documented requirements.
  • Assessed and assigned appropriate grades to students according to the Missouri Learning Standards.

Practicum Student

Central High School
01.2016 - 05.2016
  • Observed digital arts teacher and their interaction with students in a classroom setting.
  • Designed and carried out lessons plans tailored to individual student needs according to documented requirements.
  • Expanded classroom management skills and differentiated teaching techniques.

Practicum Student

Field Elementary School
08.2015 - 12.2015
  • Observed art teacher and their interaction with students in a classroom setting.
  • Learned how to employ effective classroom management techniques.
  • Provided additional support for students through one-on-one assistance.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Art Teacher

Evangel University
Springfield, MO
05.2018

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Color theory
  • Artistic techniques
  • Classroom technology integration
  • Adaptive teaching methods
  • Effective Student Engagement
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Lesson Plan Development
  • Positive Relationships

Timeline

Art Teacher

Voorhees School District
11.2022 - Current

Art Teaching

Ralph J. Steinhauer
09.2020 - 11.2022

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Howard Yocum Elementary School
03.2020 - 06.2020

Substitute Teacher

ESS
08.2019 - 03.2020

Student Teacher

Sherwood Elementary School
01.2018 - 05.2018

Practicum Student

Central High School
01.2016 - 05.2016

Practicum Student

Field Elementary School
08.2015 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Art Teacher

Evangel University