Z. James Slaughter
Educator
Clawson,Michigan
Summary
Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional certified in Visual Art and licensed in Michigan. Polished in integrating art history, art appreciation and art criticism into all lesson plans and collaborating with classroom teachers to incorporate learning through art. Committed to designing lessons to accommodate broad range of learning styles and encouraging students to reach fullest potential. Art Teacher passionate about education and artistic expression using paint, color, music and other media. Educated students on history of artistic expression and notable artists. Guided pupils on art viewing and elements to appreciate differing between artists.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
University Of Detroit Jesuit High School And Academy
, MI
01.2016 - Current
- Created a cross-curricular class within the art department.
- Accomplishments –.
- Teaching Sacred Art and Symbols, Junior/Senior level elective.
- Planned, created art projects to help students connect faith and art.
- Collaborate as a team with 2 other art teachers.
- Tutor students involved with the after -school tutorial program.
- Taught students to identify key elements of style, intent and emotion when experiencing art.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Taught classes on variety of topics, including painting, collage, color theory, art installation, earthworks, basic drawing, portraiture and figure drawing, organizing and writing original lesson plans for each class.
- Coordinated field trips to museums and galleries to expose students to examples of art and history.
Theology Teacher
06.2010 - Current
- Catholic Moral Theology to junior level students.
- Church History, and Sacred Art and Symbols Studio Art Class Accomplishments –.
- Teaching Catholic Moral Theology and Sacraments, Junior level.
- Modify and accommodate for various exceptional education students.
- Collaborate as a team with 3 other Theology teachers.
- Assist and plan High School retreat program.
- Tutor students involved with the after -school tutorial program.
Theology Teacher
BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL
Bloomfield Hills , Michigan
08.2006 - 06.2010
- Catholic Moral Theology to junior level students.
- Accomplishments –.
- Teaching Catholic Moral Theology, Junior level.
- Assist and plan High School retreat program.
- Tutor students involved with the after -school tutorial program.
Senior Executive Vice President and Operations
BEACHWOOD RECREATION ASSOCIATION SWIM CLUB
Troy , Michigan
05.2007 - 05.2010
- Supervised Facilities Director and Maintenance.
- Creation of s work schedules, as well coordinated club’s overall calendar.
- Managed and Supervised pool and grounds.
- Propose, manage and review financial operation of club.
- Hiring of Coaches for the sports programs.
- Hiring and training of staff ( lifeguards, assistant managers, concierge staff and program coaches) Coaching Chronology.
Principal
ST. MARY MAGDALEN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Hazel Park , Michigan
06.2004 - 08.2006
- Plan, control, and direct the overall activities for elementary school with 165 students and 12 full time, 4 part time faculty members.
- Scope of position includes: staff recruitment, development, and evaluation; fiscal management; record and administration organization and maintenance; student discipline; program initiatives; team building; shared decision-making; school values promotion; coordination with School advisory committee; and creation of a safe, respectful, and fair environment Accomplishments –.
- Planning, creating and implementing the budget of $700,000 annually.
- Increased student attendance by 10% by restoring student-faculty relationship and updating current attendance policies.
- Reduced student discipline rate by 8% by implementing student discipline program using a “Behavior Rubric”.
- Increased students reading at grade level by implementing “in-school” and “summer reading” programs.
- Stretched school-wide curriculum development in Religion, Science, Math, and Language Arts.
- Created and led textbook review committee- reviewed, selected, and purchased modern learning resources in Science, Religion and Math.
- Introduced computer technology initiative – purchasing 15 new computers, smart-board technology, multi- media equipment, computer grading and engineering program.
Coordinating Committee/Site Committee Member
DETROIT CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL
Detroit , Michigan
10.2004 - 05.2006
- Organized and facilitated the creation of a Cristo Rey High School in the City of Detroit.
- The first new Catholic High in the City of Detroit in 20 years.
- Accomplishments –.
- Worked with the committee to procure a site for the newly created high school.
- Researched and developed a curriculum in line with the Cristo Rey system.
Theology Teacher
UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL & ACADEMY
Detroit , Michigan
08.1997 - 06.2004
- Catholic Moral Theology to junior level students.
- Church History, and Sacred Art and Symbols Studio Art Class Accomplishments –.
- Teaching Catholic Moral Theology and Sacraments, Junior level.
- Modify and accommodate for various exceptional education students.
- Collaborate as a team with 3 other Theology teachers.
- Assist and plan High School retreat program.
- Tutor students involved with the after -school tutorial program.
Education
Michigan Teacher Certification in Visual Arts -
Schoolcraft College
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Western Kentucky University
Bachelor of Arts - History/Government
Madonna University
Skills
Group and individual instruction
Affiliations
Empowering visionary, change agent, strategic planner and executor with strong background in school administration.
Coach and mentor to high school students with focus on ethics. Director of Brother Rice High School House (Band) System
Director of Edmund Rice Volunteer Corp.
Brother Rice Student Senate Moderator
Brother Rice Academic Review Board
Elected Chairperson of Merit Pay Committee, University of Detroit Jesuit.
Served as a member of the Board Sub-Committee on Jesuit/Ignatian Identity, University of Detroit Jesuit.
Served as a member of the Academy Admissions Committee, University of Detroit Jesuit.
Member of the Academy Disciplinary Review Board, University of Detroit Jesuit.
Member of the U of D Human Resource Comm.
Elected Faculty member to the U of D Board of Directors. MHSTeCA- Member since 1997
- Board of Director Member = 2007
Intercollegiate Tennis Association Member
USTA Member- since 1989
Additional Information
- Coaching Overall record: , 180 -61 -13 Awards- Inducted into the MHSTeCA Hall of Fame ( 2018) MHSCA- Boys Tennis Coach of the Year (2014) MHSTCA- Coach of the Year (2013) Oakland Press- Tennis Coach of the Year (2009) Catholic League and Coach of the Year (2008, 2009, 2013, 2014) Regional Coach of the Year ( 2008, 2009, 2010, 2013, 2014) Created season schedules and assisted in directing Catholic League and Regional Tournaments Nominated for Division II Girls Tennis Coach of the Year (1999) Elected Catholic League Boys Tennis Coach of the Year ( 2000, 2003, 2004) Elected Division II Boys Regional Coach of the Year ( 2001, 2002, 2004)
Timeline
Art Teacher
University Of Detroit Jesuit High School And Academy
01.2016 - Current
Theology Teacher
06.2010 - Current
Senior Executive Vice President and Operations
BEACHWOOD RECREATION ASSOCIATION SWIM CLUB
05.2007 - 05.2010
Theology Teacher
BROTHER RICE HIGH SCHOOL
08.2006 - 06.2010
Coordinating Committee/Site Committee Member
DETROIT CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL
10.2004 - 05.2006
Principal
ST. MARY MAGDALEN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
06.2004 - 08.2006
Theology Teacher
UNIVERSITY OF DETROIT JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL & ACADEMY
08.1997 - 06.2004
Michigan Teacher Certification in Visual Arts -
Schoolcraft College
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Western Kentucky University
Bachelor of Arts - History/Government
Madonna University
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