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Professional Status
NY State Initial Certification in Art Education K – 12 by May 2008
Bikram Yoga Teacher Certification, Internationally Certified, 2005
Education
Brooklyn College, City University of New York, Brooklyn, NY
New York State Teacher Certification Program in Art Education, 2008
Brooklyn College, City University of New York, Brooklyn, NY
Masters of Fine Arts-Painting and Drawing, 2000
University at Buffalo, State University of New York, Buffalo, New York
Bachelors of Arts Degree in Sociology and Women’s Studies, 1994
Teaching Experience
P.S. 295, Studio School of Arts & Culture Elementary School, Brooklyn, NY
Student Teacher, Second, Third & Fourth Grade, January-May, 2008
· Supervised classroom instruction for Second, Third and Fourth grade studio art
· Developed and Implemented lesson plans and units in accordance with NYS Curriculum Standards
· Encouraged personalized artistic growth
· Developed interdisciplinary art projects
Edward R. Murrow High School, Brooklyn, NY
Student Teacher, Tenth Grade Sculpture, September-December 2007
· Supervised classroom instruction for tenth grade sculpture class
· Developed and implemented lesson plans and units in accordance with mandated NYS Curriculum Standards
· Promoted the development of sculptural skills through the use of studio practices, research and self promoted inquiry
· Implemented a positive classroom environment and promoted student responsibility and problem solving skills
· Implemented a collaborative learning project
Creative Classrooms Visual Arts Program, September 2002 – June 2003
Artist-Teacher in Residence, Grades Pre-K – Eighth
· Art Classroom Instruction for Pre-K – Eighth grade
· Developed art curriculum for entire school year
· Organized and participated in student art exhibits
· Promoted artistic growth and personalized learning
Oasis Children’s Services, Summer Arts Enrichment Program, Summer 2002
Art Teacher, Grades Three – Eighth
· Art Classroom Instruction for Third – Eighth grade studio art
· Developed and Implemented curriculum for students in an at risk community
· Promoted artistic growth and problem solving skills
· Developed group mural project for student run show