Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
ADDITIONAL EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
LEADERSHIP
EXHIBITIONS & ART EXPERIENCE
References
Timeline
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Whitney Robarge

Lodi

Summary

As an educator, I have developed strong skills in communication, leadership, and creative problem solving. I excel at designing engaging, goal-oriented experiences that foster growth, encourage critical thinking, and support diverse needs. I thrive in fast-paced environments, adapt quickly to change, and collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders. My experience has taught me to be patient, organized, and responsive—always striving to motivate others, manage multiple priorities, and deliver meaningful results.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

High School Art Teacher

School District of Lodi
Lodi
08.2011 - Current
  • Teach a wide range of visual arts courses for grades 9–12 including Photography, Ceramics, Art Foundations, Painting, Drawing, Advanced Art Studio and Film Appreciation
  • Mentor students in art making & social emotional learning
  • Create and foster positive student relationships and classroom atmosphere
  • Help guide and support students while they navigate into adulthood and career paths
  • Partner with community organizations and businesses
  • Manage budgets and grants for the art department
  • Coordinate annual exhibits including the Capitol Conference Art Show, the Visual Arts Classic, The Lodi Art Club Scholarship Show, Fine Arts Night and the Youth Arts Month Show
  • Utilize technology tools for grading, communication, and scheduling

Freelance Photographer

Peaceful Valley Photography
01.2020 - Current
  • Capture senior portraits, weddings, and family photography
  • Budget, plan, strategize, and edit images to deliver client-centered results.
  • Edit photos using Adobe programming.

Painting Instructor for Events & Small Businesses

Self-employeed
01.2014 - Current
  • Facilitate public and private art events for local businesses and wellness centers
  • Partner with businesses and organizations to design personalized projects marketable to specific cliental
  • Host fundraising events to support local charities and organizations

Yoga & Art Instructor

Kingfisher Yoga
Lodi
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Taught yoga and art curriculum for ages 3–18
  • Managed materials and class planning
  • Mentored new employees and team taught lessons
  • Designed cross-disciplinary lessons supporting mindfulness and creativity

Photography Instructor

University of Wisconsin - Baraboo
08.2015 - 03.2018
  • Taught hybrid photography courses tailored to adult learners
  • Designed individualized learning plans and maintained student engagement
  • Communicated regularly and collaborated with administrators on course design

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Art Education

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
12.2010

Skills

  • Project management
  • Event coordination
  • Time management
  • Student mentoring
  • Budgeting and procurement
  • Photo editing and visual design
  • Problem solving
  • Creative vision
  • Client consultation
  • Customer engagement
  • Effective communication
  • Lesson planning and curriculum design
  • Classroom management
  • Career planning

Certification

  • Wisconsin DPI #550
  • K-12 Art Education, Early Childhood through Adolescence

Awards

  • Recipient of the 2025 Herb Kohl Teacher Fellowship Award
  • Personal Impact Awards – School District of Lodi (2013, 2017, 2020, 2025)
  • Lodi Pride Outstanding Teacher Award (2015, 2017)
  • Educator of the Month – Wisconsin Education Association (2018)
  • Grant recipient: Herb Kohl Foundation, Potawatomi Foundation, WAEA, Green Bay Packers Foundation
  • TPSS Award – School District of Lodi (2022)

ADDITIONAL EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

  • Summer Art Teacher | School District of Elmbrook — Brookfield, WI | 2011 – 2012
  • Elementary Art Teacher | School District of Lodi — Lodi, WI | August 2011 – June 2012
  • Substitute Teacher | School District of Elmbrook — Brookfield, WI | March 2011 – June 2011
  • Long-Term Art Substitute | Fox River Middle School — Waterford, WI |2011
  • Special Education Assistant | McFarland School District — McFarland, WI | 2007 - 2008
  • Student Teacher | Eisenhower Middle/High School & Swanson Elementary — New Berlin & Brookfield | 2010
  • Fieldwork | John Marshall High School & MacDowell Montessori — Milwaukee, WI | 2010

LEADERSHIP

  • New Student Mentor and Advisor- School District of Lodi | 2021 – Present
  • District Art Department Chair- School District of Lodi| 2014 – Present
  • Gay Straight Alliance Club Advisor- School District of Lodi | 2024 – Present
  • Art Club Advisor- School District of Lodi | 2012 – Present
  • Visual Arts Classic Coach- School District of Lodi | 2012 – Present
  • Student Exchange Program Instructor, host & Volunteer- Suphan Buri, Thailand| 2012 – Present
  • Freshman Advisor Program Coordinator and Advisor- School District of Lodi | 2021 – Present
  • Southwest Regional Chair for the Visual Arts Classic- Wisconsin Art Education Association| 2012 – 2020
  • Capitol Conference Team Representative- UW Pyle Center| 2020 – Present

EXHIBITIONS & ART EXPERIENCE

  • National Art Education Association Gallery (2021)
  • Annual Presenter – Wisconsin Art Education Association Conventions
  • Exhibitor – NAEA Conference, Minneapolis (2020)
  • Annual Exhibitor – Art in the Park and Willow Tree Wellness
  • Multiple Student Showcases – UW–Milwaukee

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Yoga & Art Instructor

Kingfisher Yoga
01.2021 - 01.2023

Freelance Photographer

Peaceful Valley Photography
01.2020 - Current

Photography Instructor

University of Wisconsin - Baraboo
08.2015 - 03.2018

Painting Instructor for Events & Small Businesses

Self-employeed
01.2014 - Current

High School Art Teacher

School District of Lodi
08.2011 - Current

Bachelor of Fine Arts - Art Education

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

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