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Evaluating and revising is like...

a can of whole tomatoes: messy, unpredictable, but ultimately nourishing when carefully prepared.

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2023 - 2025

BYERLY RV LEARNING EXPERIENCE DESIGNER

Paths to Learning and Engagement

Utilized the Canvas LMS platform to create engaging user-centered learning materials such as

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Designed and implemented company intranet focusing on

 

2010 - 2023

MICDS FINE ARTS FACULTY

Classroom Experience

  • Created and implemented lesson plans for drawing, sculpture, painting for grades 5-8 ensuring alignment with creating, performing, producing, presenting, responding and connecting core art standards.

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  • In AP Art Studio, experienced students explore advanced concepts and develop their personal style while creating portfolios for college admissions and AP evaluation.

  • Incorporated Art History and Science into each unit by exploring diverse artist styles and movements, helping students understand how historical and cultural contexts shape artistic expression. This approach inspired them to draw from a wide range of influences in their own work.

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  • Created tailored lesson plans that included various resources and activities like videos, spiderweb discussions, PowerPoint, lecture, group projects, and visuals.

 

  • Utilized Canvas to post assignments, grades, and detailed feedback, all to help support student growth, independence, and engagement in their learning.

Student Experience

  • Goals, deadlines, and countdown of working days for each class are posted so students know how to adjust their schedules appropriately.

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  • Facilitated student exploration with careers in art such as fine arts, graphic design, art education, and museum curation.

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  • Customized recommendation letters for students applying to college. Provided individualized support and guidance for each student’s career aspirations.

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  • Incorporated Art History and Science into each unit by exploring diverse artist styles and movements, helping students understand how historical and cultural contexts shape artistic expression. This approach inspired them to draw from a wide range of influences in their own work.

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  • Created tailored lesson plans that included various resources and activities like videos, spiderweb discussions, PowerPoint, lecture, group projects, and visuals.

 

  • Utilized Canvas to post assignments, grades, and detailed feedback, all to help support student growth, independence, and engagement in their learning.

Faculty Contributions

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  • Arts Council Production Manager for Blue Whale Cafe, an annual fund-raising event with student and teacher performances.

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  • Assistant Director of Messing Gallery who assisted with lighting, signage, and hanging of professional artist artwork.

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  • Managed the professional artwork database, overseeing the display and inventory of professional works across campus and in storage.

  • Advisor to the same 11 students from freshmen to senior year.

 

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  • Developed website and assisted with for Peer Coaching Group are coordinated educator observations for teachers who want to learn with and from others. 

    • Supported the group leader by organizing and coordinating meetings, preparing handouts, and creating agendas to ensure clear communication and smooth collaboration among team members.​​​

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COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION

SOFT SKILLS

Professional Experience

Soft skills are essential for teachers because they foster strong relationships with students, creating a trusting and engaging classroom environment that supports both academic and personal growth.

 

By modeling empathy, patience, and adaptability, teachers help students develop essential social skills while also managing classroom dynamics effectively.

 

These skills are not only critical for building collaboration with colleagues and parents but also for supporting students' emotional well-being, making learning more inclusive and impactful.

  • Emotional Intelligence

  • Growth Mindset

  • Problem Solving

  • Collaboration

  • Project Management

ELEMENTS OF AN ARTIST

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Digital and Analog

  • Brand Strategy

  • Color Theory

  • Creative Print Design

  • Logo Design

  • Layout

  • Portfolio Development

  • Graphic and Web  Design

  • MS Office, Sharepoint, HTML

  • Live training sessions

  • Data analysis

  • Advanced Powerpoint

  • Design & Script Writing

  • ​UX Research and Design

    • User-Centered Design

    • User Interviews & Testing

    • Persona Development

  • Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design

  • Wordpress

  • Articulate Storyline 360

  • Figma

  • Web Design

  • Bloom’s Taxonomy, Danielson Framework. Kirkpatrick’s Training Evaluation, ADDIE

  • Canvas, Blackboard

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