EDUCATION
MS for Teachers in Adolescent Education - k-12 Visual Arts
Pace University School of Education, White Plains, NY (May 2015)
GPA 3.97
BA in Psychology (Major) and Illustration (Minor)
University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT (June 2009)
CERTIFICATIONS
New York State K-12 Visual Art Teaching Certification (February 2016)
Connecricut K-12 Visual Art Teaching Certification (June 2016)
NYS Teaching Assistant Certification - Level III (2011)
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
ART TEACHER | P.S. X010 | Bronx, New York (September 2016 to Present)
Create art lessons to meet the needs of elementary age students who have a range of abilities
Incorporate the Principals of Design and Elements of Art in all of my lessons as well as Common Core Standards
Generate differentiated materials for students with cognitive, fine and gross motor delays
Design lessons that meet IEP goals of students and record data appropriately
Collaborate regularly with classroom teachers to maintain continuity reinforcing what they are teaching in their classrooms
Implement effective classroom management plan to foster mutual respect and a safe learning environment
Orchestrate school wide displays highlighting students’ achievements and departmental initiatives
STUDENT TEACHING | HIGHLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL | White Plains, New York (January to April 2015) GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | White Plains, New York (April to May 2015)
Developed art curriculum targeting diverse needs and learning styles
Optimized lessons with multimedia elements to enhance understanding and lesson dynamics
Maintained enriching and positive classroom environment
ART INSTRUCTOR/ LEVEL III TEACHING ASSISTANT | HAWTHORNE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL | Hawthorne, New York (August 2011 to July 2016)
Private, non-profit school providing educational programs to children with special needs
Design and deliver creative arts curriculum, addressing the spectrum of abilities
Integrate lessons with common core elements
Administer ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) behavior plan
Orchestrated school wide displays highlighting students achievements and departmental initiatives
Maintained instructional continuity utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis and differentiated instruction
TEACHING ASSISTANT | PATHWAYS SCHOOL | Eastchester, New York (September 2010 to June 2011)
Specialized school for children of the autism spectrum
Coordinated efforts with teachers and therapeutic staff to ensure instructional continuity
Developed accommodations for students across a range of abilities and learning styles
integrated multi-sensory instructional aids
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
RESIDENT COUNSELOR | YAI NETWORK FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES | New York, New York (October 2010 to April 2011)
Non-profit, independent health and human service agency, which serves people of all ages with developmental, learning and physical disabilities.
Worked as part of a therapeutic team teaching daily living activities and social skills.
Provided counseling to all the residents and review goals and outcomes.
Participated in therapeutic team meetings to discuss individual client’s functioning; and to develop behavior plans.
Maintained written client log to assess development and status of behavior plan.
Drove clients to and from worksites; assessed and discussed job performance
ART & DESIGN ASSISTANT | KURT S. ADLER, INC. | New York, New York (December 2009 to April 2010)
Leading importer of holiday decorations since 1946.
Worked as part of the creative team to design 2010 showroom.
Create stimulating, engaging and attractive displays to promote sales.
Assisted in the creation and development of unique signage for a variety of products, using Photoshop and Illustrator.
OFFICE CLERK | PARAMOUNT CORDS & BRACKETS, INC. | Bronx, N.Y.—May 2010 (September 2010 & Summer 2008)
Manufacturer of photographic equipment
Computer entries— purchase orders, credit card payments, accounts payable
Answered telephone inquiries and emails.
Maintain website and files
ART THERAPY INTERN | FOUR WINDS PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL | Katonah, New York (Summer 2007)
Highest quality inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment services for Children, Adolescents and Adults.
Observed and assisted art therapist during group sessions with pre-adolescents.
Provided one to one assistance to clients as per therapist’s request.
Maintained a journal.
HEAD ART SPECIALIST | SCARSDALE RECREATION DAY CAMP | Scarsdale, New York (Summer 2002 to 2004)
Day Camp for children K-8
Developed and implemented art projects for all grade levels, including children with special needs.
Maintained art room and supplies
Maintained daily log and relayed information during weekly staff meetings.
FREELANCE WORK
CO-FOUNDER/PRESIDENT/CREATIVE DIRECTOR/WEB DESIGNER | THE JUNK IN YOUR TRUNK | New York, New York (August 2010 to Present)
An online consignment store that specializes in the consignment and selling of vintage accessories
Conceptualized, designed and created a profitable web 2.0-ecommerce site.
Photograph, research and write descriptions of items.
Took an active role in all Marketing/Public Relations.
Manage/maintenance website.
ARTIST | ART & INTERIOR DESIGN BUSINESS | June 2009 to Present
Paint and personalize objects; such as children’s furniture
Wall Mural--completed landscape wall mural for children’s playroom in a N.Y.C. safe house for battered women
Theme party decorations
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Proficient user of Windows/Macintosh Platforms, Adobe, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Fine Art Illustration/Drawing/Painting
Graphic Design/Advertising Design
Interior Home decoration
Sculpture/Pottery/Paper Making/Book Binding
Art History/Integrated Writing
Peer Critiquing/Collaborative Learning
Student Centered Instruction/Structured Classroom Management/Explicit Instruction
Positive Behavior Intervention/Applied Behavior Analysis/Inclusion/Data-Based Instruction
Autism Spectrum Disorders/ Learning Disabilities
References and copy of certification available upon request