Art Instructor Resume Examples

Art Instructor

Demonstrated my understanding of various mediums while providing an enjoyable atmosphere in the classroom, restaurant, or wine bar.

• Have knowledge of art history and different art genres in order to teach a range of art styles.
• Demonstrated my ability to communicate concrete and abstract concepts to students while actively spotting and cultivating creativity in my students.
• Consistently promoted company through social media with photography and special events advertisement.
• Managed front of the house checking in guests, processing payments, and supervising the main floor.

Teaching Assistant, Residential Instructor, Art Instructor

• Employed individualized education plans (IEP) and positive behavior support techniques to encourage student learning and build community within the classroom.
• Continually collaborated with a team of teachers, residential staff, and specialists to create an ideal learning environment for each student.
• Created and implemented after-school art classes culminating in a student exhibition.
• Established positive relationships with each student and staff member as a "float" assistant working with seven different classrooms each week.
• Developed great versatility as an assistant, working with students of all ages and abilities over ten years.

Program Aide (administrative Staff)/art Instructor

Managed active caseload of 3000+ participants and maintained up-to-date files on each.

• Monitored and maintained the progress of programs and contractual obligations.
• Monitored staff payroll, as far as completing bi-weekly timesheets and distribution of checks.
• Responsible for completing monthly and quarterly reports.
• Established and maintained relationships with community residents, leaders, collaborators, and linkages.
• Handled basic office work, such as reception, scheduling, faxing, copying, filing, and heavy typing.
• Created and implemented cultural arts-n-crafts lessons for grades 1-8.

Ceramics Program Coordinator/ Fine Art Instructor

Managed all operations of the ceramics studio including: kiln maintenance and firings, project planning and implementation of all workshops and coursework

• Designed lesson plans focused on age and level-appropriate material for students 5 years old to adult.
• Moved students from elementary ceramic hand building and wheel throwing techniques to advanced skill levels.
• Motivated and inspired students to tap into their inner creativity, leading to an increased sense of self-worth and personal accomplishment.
• Received high remarks for the creativity of classroom lesson plans, instructional techniques, and student learning success from students, parents and faculty.
• Planned community events, fundraising, and art exhibitions.

Culinary Art Instructor

Responsible for providing instruction to inmates in accordance with American Correctional Association and Florida Department of Education.

• Prepared lesson plan and study materials for the students
• Evaluated students' academic progress
• Maintained records including testing, daily work, attendance and other general records
• Identified the learning problems of the individual and guiding the student to overcome the problem

Art Instructor

Provided art instruction for students grades six through eight. Member of Exploratory Team.

• Developed art curriculum for newly opened facility.
• Met with district art instructors to create district-wide curriculum.
• Evaluated consumable supply stock.
• Presented graphic arts unit to teachers for district Teacher Institute Day.

Art Instructor/ Creative Director

Planned and taught lessons that included both the Fine Arts and Contemporary Arts.

• Assisted up to 20 students in discovering and expressing their individual and unique artistic styles
• Teaching students basic drawing and painting techniques
• Developed and implemented lessons which focused on artistic techniques, creativity, critical thinking and critiquing skills

Art Instructor Assistant

• Presented and conducted lesson plans to groups of 15 students ranging from toddlers to elementary schools
• Innovated new techniques and methods to increase student participation and attendance by 20% in two weeks
• Led class of 9 toddlers in three separate activities

Beginning and Advanced Art Instructor, Art Department Head, "muralista" Club Head

• Efficiently and effectively managed six classes of 30+ students daily.
• Created lesson plans to creatively and enthusiastically engage students in daily art projects.
• Participated in annual West Contra Costa County District Art Show three years in a row.
• Invited to have students participate in local gallery at National Institute of Art and Disabilities 2008 Spring Show, Call and Response.
• Assisted Advanced Art students in obtaining scholarships to renowned art universities, such as California College of Arts in San Francisco.
• Completed 30' x 15' mural in school garden with Muralistas Club.

Art Instructor

Explained and demonstrated artistic techniques

• Evaluated and graded students' class work, projects, and assignments
• Prepared course materials such as syllabi and homework assignments
• Maintained student attendance records, grades, and other required records
• Planned, evaluated, and revised curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction
• Compiled, administered, and graded examinations
• Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students
• Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests