Passionate and adaptable art educator with a strong background in student engagement and creative feedback. Successful in leading diverse art initiatives, including community outreach programs and annual art shows that celebrate artistic expression.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Art Teacher
Twin Valley School District
Elverson, Pennsylvania
08.2004 - Current
Developed engaging art curriculum aligned with state standards.
Facilitated hands-on art projects to enhance student creativity.
Instructed students in art techniques and projects in a classroom setting.
Organized art exhibits to showcase student artwork and foster community involvement.
Collaborated with over a dozen visiting artists and have received grant funding for numerous large-scale mosaic, mural and artist residency within the school.
Introduction to Drawing Instructor
Penn State Berks & Reading Area Community College
Wyomissing & Reading , Pennsylvania
01.2002 - 08.2004
Taught two college-level drawing courses each semester, including the summer to undergraduate students.
Developed coursework and syllabus.
Art Teacher Elementary/Secondary
Elverson Learning Co-op, Rockville Learning Co-op
Elverson & Honey Brook, PA
01.1997 - 08.2004
Taught art 2nd to 11th grade to over 130 home-schooled students
Wrote curriculum for all grades
Wrote curriculum and taught a high school art history credit course.
Art Teacher Elementary/Middle School
Twin Valley School District
Elverson, PA
08.1993 - 06.1997
Art Elementary Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
Coatesville, Pennsylvania
08.1992 - 08.1993
Taught art grades K-5, in two buildings.
Implemented a 5th grade afterschool Art Club
Education
Master of Arts - Art Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA
12-1998
Bachelor of Science - Art Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA
05-1991
Skills
Curriculum development
Drawing instruction techniques
Classroom management
Student engagement strategies
Cultural art education
Art appreciation education
Creative feedback methods
Community outreach initiatives
Adaptability to change
Accomplishments
Twin Valley School District 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award
2018 Community Educator Award - Twin Valley Community Ed Foundation
1997 Teacher, Coach, Friend Award - Twin Valley Cross Country Teams