Since I was seven, I've known two things in life: the first is that I'm meant to create, the second is that I'm meant to mentor. Art education has been more than my passion, it's been my drive, my love, and my life without even realizing it-- from making drawings as a child to playing school, I've always known this career was what brings me joy.
Besides striving to become an art teacher, I'm also a professional web designer and artist. In my spare time, I learn two languages, read constantly, and try my hand at different mediums. I also plan elementary curriculum and evaluate LMS systems-- just for fun.
Hello,
a bit about me:
Teaching Experience
RESUME
Full-time student teaching, Emma C. Attales Middle School
Spring 2020
Developed a rigorous curriculum for sixth grade that covered 20th century art history and the elements of art that dominated each era. Taught 8th grade students in independent study how to apply advanced medium concepts to self-portraits and different interpretations of the self. Oversaw community led projects that encouraged students to become a part of the school in Crusader Pride. Displayed various finished works around the school, including an initiative with the principal to display an art show in the foyer. Led 5th grade and 8th grade virtual lessons during the height of COVID-19, co-teaching and developing curriculum in order to facilitate a smooth transition.
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100 hours student observation, Absecon Public Schools
September-December 2019
Assistant to the primary mentor in the middle school and observed and provided feedback to additional elementary mentor in the elementary school. Responsibilities included planning and implementing six lessons designed to incorporate into the current curriculum at both schools within the district with appropriate knowledge of students. Helped manage the organizational flow of the art rooms, including project management.
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80 hours student observation, Ocean City Intermediate School
September- December 2018
Assistant to the mentor in instruction. Responsibilities included providing direct feedback to students and observed lessons over an entire marking period. Created a network with various staff members and fostered relationships with students. Attended staff meetings and helped manage the organizational flow of an art room, including kiln firings, clean-up, and project management. Assisted in solving day-to-day classroom management issues.
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50 hours student observation, New York Avenue School
May-June 2018
Observed 90% full-day visitations, including lunch duty and recess duty. Assisted with the lessons during the day and classroom maintenance. Created a professional network with other staff members, as well as observed and assisted with pre-kindergarten.
Digital Expertise
POWERSCHOOL
MOODLE
CANVAS
EDMODO
CREVADO
PHOTOSHOP & ADOBE SUITE
OFFICE SERIES
PHOTOSTUDIO 5.5
PIXLR AUTODESK SERIES
WEB DESIGN (MOST PLATFORMS)
GOOGLE SERIES
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Languages
HTML (BASIC)
JAPANESE (5 YEARS SELF-TAUGHT)
SPANISH (BASIC)
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Additional Experience
Stockton University, Volunteer and Tour Guide for Junior Achievement
October 2017
Supervised urban high school students as they completed activities on career, higher education, and finance during the event. Volunteered to lead a tour guide with Stockton representatives given to over 100 students and faculty members of local area high schools about the university, answering questions and becoming the lead representative for the art and education department during the tour.
Lions & Lambs Daycare Center
March 2016
Designed and executed hour long lessons for toddlers aged from 2-5 years old focused on spring and weather. Supervised during snack and reading times. Oversaw and managed necessary modifications and accommodations during instruction. Assisted in instruction during end-of-day preparations.
Education
Stockton University,
Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts with a Concentration in K-12 Art Education specializing in Interdisciplinary Visual Art,
Bachelor of Arts in Education with a Concentration in Art
​Fall 2015 - Spring 2020
3.98 GPA, Sumna Cum Laude, program distinction in School of Arts and Education, Dean’s List all semesters in Schools of Visual Arts and Education, 171 on Praxis II 5134, skipped Praxis CORE due to SAT exemption (1750 old version ( Spring 2014), 1250 converted)
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Absegami High School
Class of 2015
3.93 GPA, class rank 74 out of 386, offered National Honors Society and National Spanish Honors Society positions, taken full program of art coursework offered, showcased in fall and spring art shows junior and senior year, dual-credit course with Advanced Placement Biology, Varsity Scholar freshman through senior year
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