Whitney Compas
Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Dynamic Art Teacher with a proven track record at South City Catholic Academy, adept at integrating technology and differentiated instruction to enhance student engagement. Skilled in digital portfolio management and fostering a creative classroom environment, I inspire students to explore their artistic potential while promoting social-emotional learning.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
South City Catholic Academy
St. Louis, MO
2020 - Current
- Designed engaging art curriculum in alignment with educational standards.
- Facilitated creative classroom atmosphere that encouraged student expression and collaboration.
- Crafted diverse art projects that enabled students to explore and enhance their creativity.
- Delivered personalized feedback to enhance student artistic skills and foster individual growth.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet individual student needs and interests.
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on art education best practices.
- Maintained digital portfolios for each student to track progress and accomplishments.
Art/Teacher
Christ Light Of the Nations Catholic School
Saint Louis, Missouri
08.2005 - 05.2020
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to encourage student engagement and participation.
- Curated and hosted yearly Fine Arts Nights, engaging students and families in the arts community.
- Integrated innovative technology into lessons through document cameras, whiteboards, videos, and interactive smart board activities.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enhancing student learning experiences.
- Maintained Artsonia website, online art gallery for parents and students.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls and hallways to foster an engaging, nurturing environment that supported diverse learning needs.
8th Grade Teacher
Pope John Paul II Catholic School
Saint Louis, Missouri
01.2002 - 01.2005
Teacher
St. Jerome Catholic School
Saint Louis, Missouri
01.1992 - 01.2002
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL01.1991
Additional Information
- E-learning/Distance learning using Google Classroom and Zoom.
- Billiken Teacher Mentor
- Built a Makerspace in the school
- Co-chair of the Scholastic Book Fair
- Northeast Deanery Profession Learning Team leader for 5 years
- Organized and chaperone 8th and 6th grade camp
- Trinity Catholic High School Board
- Trinity Catholic High School Graduation Lock-in Committee and Lock-in Chairpersoncy Procedures
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Art/Teacher
Christ Light Of the Nations Catholic School
08.2005 - 05.2020
8th Grade Teacher
Pope John Paul II Catholic School
01.2002 - 01.2005
Teacher
St. Jerome Catholic School
01.1992 - 01.2002
Art Teacher
South City Catholic Academy
2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville