Resume and Teaching Information
2021 to Present: Campus Middle School, Greenwood Village, CO
Art Instructor: teaching grades 6th through 8th grade 3D Studio Art and Ceramics.
2019 to 2021: South Middle School, Aurora Public Schools, Aurora, CO
Art Instructor: teaching grades 6th through 8th 2D and 3D Studio Art.
2012-2019: Cherokee Trail High School, Cherry Creek
2021 to Present: Campus Middle School, Greenwood Village, CO
Art Instructor: teaching grades 6th through 8th grade 3D Studio Art and Ceramics.
2019 to 2021: South Middle School, Aurora Public Schools, Aurora, CO
Art Instructor: teaching grades 6th through 8th 2D and 3D Studio Art.
2012-2019: Cherokee Trail High School, Cherry Creek School District, Englewood, CO
Art Instructor/Department Coordinator: teaching Introduction through Advanced Ceramics; AP
3-D Design Portfolio; Introductory through Advanced Drawing and Painting; AP 2-D Design; IB Visual Art; and Unified Art.
2009-2012: Elizabeth High School, Elizabeth C-1 School District: Elizabeth, CO
Art Instructor/Department Coordinator: teaching Introduction through Advanced Ceramics; AP 3-D Design; Introduction through Advanced Drawing and Painting; AP 2-D Design.
2007-2009: Self Employed
Art Instructor - teaching private art lessons; Property Manager.
2005-2007: Benton High School, Saint Joseph School District: Saint Joseph, MO
Art Instructor: teaching Fundamentals of Art and multi-level studio classes for Drawing, Ceramics, 3-D Design; creator and coordinator for OASIS Afterschool Program.
1999-2005: Self Employed
Art Instructor: in home school-aged after school art program.
1996-1999: Elizabeth High School/Singing Hills Elementary, Elizabeth C-1 School District: Elizabeth, CO
Art Instructor: teaching entry level studio classes for Drawing, Painting, Ceramics.
Extracurricular Activities
Sponsor National Art Honor Society, 2017-2019
Studio Art Club, 2012-2019
Coach Soccer: Competitive Boys / Girls Soccer, Silver – Gold Levels, 2012-2019
Basketball: Parker Hawks, Gold Crown Girls, Recreation - Silver Levels, 2015-2019
Artist Producing and selling functional and artistic pottery
Education
Bachelor’s Degree of Fine Art, Metropolitan State College of Denver
Emphasis in Studio Arts and Education, K-12 Professional Teacher
Teacher License
CO License # 290399.
Instructional differentiation is the key to success for all students. As a visual arts teacher, I seek to motivate students and athletes in ascertaining their inner strengths and abilities and discovering what truly motivates them. I aim to provide a stimulating learning environment that encourages students to trust their own thoughts and
Instructional differentiation is the key to success for all students. As a visual arts teacher, I seek to motivate students and athletes in ascertaining their inner strengths and abilities and discovering what truly motivates them. I aim to provide a stimulating learning environment that encourages students to trust their own thoughts and opinions, while fostering a safe space for students to realize their full potential.
Through my teaching and coaching experiences, I have found the method of facilitating rather than dictating to be the most conducive for learners. I have realized that if students construct their own learning and growth experiences, they not only retain information longer, but they also operate with more confidence in their abilities. I am passionate about working with all levels of students and athletes and continuously strive to be a positive influence in their lives.
I have come to realize how vital education is in the preparation for young people to achieve success in all endeavors set before them. Within each student, I strive to instill a love of learning and a desire for constant pursuit of knowledge, new experiences and personal improvement.
What you need to know
about me is that
I work gladly and tirelessly to create a sense of community. Students around me are encouraged and engaged to think beyond themselves and work to a common good – this is exampled in several efforts I have undertaken such as “Wish Week” for which each year I unite hundreds of students and staff to participate in creating a larger-than-life theme for the wish week honoree. Or that by creating a Unified Art Class, I combine students of all abilities into a classroom dedicated to not just making art, but to making connections through the art making process.
Please contact me at your convenience to set up a meeting so that we may discuss in greater detail how my qualifications would best meet the needs of your educational programs. Thank you for your time and consideration.
References
Ms. Christine Jones: Assistant Principal: Cherokee Trail High School,
Mr. Michael Chimento: Teacher/Artist
Mr. Michael Magrin:
Teacher/Artist, Campus Middle School
Note: More contact information for References can be provided if needed.