Vida Cheley
Art Specailist
Faribault,MN
Summary
Dynamic Art Specialist at Cannon River Stem School, skilled in graphic design and creative direction. Successfully led curriculum changes that fostered equity and enhanced student engagement. Adept at implementing IEPs and utilizing positive reinforcement to support diverse learners, while promoting a collaborative environment among staff and parents.
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Art Specialist
Cannon River Stem School
09.2022 - Current
- Shared accountability and responsibility with creative arts team through working interdependently.
- Led change in art curriculum and school system practices that perpetuated inequities based on race and class.
- Promoted professional reflection and continuous development of advanced and diverse artistic skills.
- Fostered commitment among art staff and parent communities, created equity and eliminated student achievement gaps.
- Managed dialogue and valued alternative points of view in planning, decision-making and teaching related to fine arts.
- Contributed to creative process through original ideas and inspiration.
- Implemented artistic vision to give art purpose and meaning.
- Monitored progress of projects, keeping on schedule and within budget.
- Directed photo shoots for print and digital media, reviewing each element against client standards and expectations.
- Worked with creative teams to develop concept designs for campaigns that resonated with target audiences.
- Enforced uniform style guide for project consistency across contributors.
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Cannon River Stem School
09.2022 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Developed and implemented behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Cannon River Stem School
09.2022 - Current
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Developed tailor-fit lesson plans to cater to individual needs of each student.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
- Provided individualized reading, writing and math instruction to support student development.
- Created positive and inclusive classroom environment by helping students develop social skills and relationships.
- Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns or direct appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Facilitated administration and scoring of standardized tests and assessments to draw meaningful data regarding learning and growth.
- Promoted good study habits and student independence to improve quality of student outcomes.
- Understood and acclimated to teacher's routine to provide classroom coverage.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
School Bus Driver
Faribault Transportation
09.2016 - 09.2022
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Maintained
- Obeyed federal, MN and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage, and hours.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
- Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels, and cleanliness.
- Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
- Recorded bus route and made notes for substitute drivers.
- Attended pre-trip meetings to support safe transport of students.
- Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
- Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus.
- Identified and reported mechanical problems and safety hazards.
- Assisted in loading and unloading students and belongings.
- Maintained MN driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Maintained MN driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary School Teaching
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2027
Associate of Arts - Music Education
Riverland Community College
Austin, MN05-2011
Diploma - Auto Service Technology
Riverland Community College Albert Lea MN
Albert Lea, MN05-2007
Skills
- Art history
- Visual storytelling
- Portfolio development
- Texture painting
- Photographic editing
- Color theory
- Canvas
- Creative direction
- Superior organizational skills
- Sketching
- Ceramics
- First aid and CPR
- Student engagement
- Oral communication
- Literacy development
- Multi-subject instruction
- Positive reinforcement
- Physical education instruction
- Mathematics instruction
- Special education
- Activity management
- Classroom management
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson implementation
- Verbal and written communication
- Artistic collaboration
Certification
- Licensed Substitute Teacher -
- CPR First Aid Training - 2024
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- Swimming
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Volunteering
- Baking
- Music
- Backpacking and Hiking
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
- Participating in local clean-up initiatives
- Gardening
- Volunteer Travel
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I Learn
Benjamin Franklin
Timeline
Art Specialist
Cannon River Stem School
09.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher, K-Eighth Grade
Cannon River Stem School
09.2022 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Cannon River Stem School
09.2022 - Current
School Bus Driver
Faribault Transportation
09.2016 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Elementary School Teaching
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts - Music Education
Riverland Community College
Diploma - Auto Service Technology
Riverland Community College Albert Lea MN
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