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669 Broadway, Norwood, New Jersey, 07648

201.788.3297  y  me2medesign@gmail.com

Creative art educator trained in a wide array of artistic mediums, both traditional and
digital, seeking a position in which to continue to grow as an educator while encouraging
and inspiring students to be creative, explore multiple solutions, and develop critical
thinking skills to solve problems.
Education
Montclair State University, MAT, Teacher of Art (P-12) and Students with Disabilities, GPA 3.86 1/2015
School of Visual Arts, NY, NY, Bachelor of Fine Arts 5/1986

Standard Certifications
1200 Teacher of Art #1071353 2475 Teacher of Students With Disabilities #1071354
4112 - Teacher of Graphic Design #1126769 4106 - Teacher of Visual Arts #1126768

Professional Teaching Experience

November 2019 – June 2020 & January 2018 – February 2019  Leave Replacement Teacher of Art,
Westwood Regional Jr/Sr High School, Washington Township, NJ
Courses taught: Intro to 2D art, Intro to 3D Art, Ceramics 1, Ceramics II, Sculpture I, Sculpture II and 8th Grade
Honors (Introductory courses in Digital Photography, Graphic Design, 2D and 3D Art)
y Designed and executed exciting skills-based lessons on a variety of topics including sculpture, ceramics, painting,
collage, color theory, figure drawing, portraiture, photography, and digital design.
y Effectively incorporated technology into the curriculum: video tutorials and step-by-step instructions for Multi-media
applications, internet, video clips, apps and music, Google Classroom, Docs and Sites.
y Assumed the responsibility for all instructional tasks: designing and instruction of unit and lesson plans; that actively
engages learners while educating on proper artistic methodologies and various technical aspects.
y Collaborated in organization and execution of showcasing student art for STEAM Expo, heART, and Fresh Perspectives..

September – November 2019  Leave Replacement Teacher of Art, CDW Middle School, Old Tappan, NJ
y Designed and executed scaffolded skills-based lessons and provided support in STEAM classes for grades 5-8.
y Designed and constructed school displays for events and bulletin boards.

May – June 2019  Leave Replacement Teacher of Art, Glen Rock High School, Glen Rock, NJ
Courses taught: Sculpture/Ceramics, Drawing and Painting, Media Broadcasting
March – April 2019  Substitute Teacher: Westwood Regional Jr/Sr High School, Ho-Ho-Kus School District

September 2016 – June 2017  Teacher of Art, Sojourner Truth Middle School, East Orange, NJ
Courses taught: Intro to 2D art: Drawing and Painting, Intro to 3D Art: Sculpture and Mixed Media
y Modified instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs and maximize student learning: created
step by step instructions, written and video tutorials, individual and small-group instruction.
y Effectively incorporated technology into the curriculum using SmartBoard, internet, video clips, cameras, games,
various software packages, apps and music.
y Organized student art contests and exhibits around the school including the Annual Art Show.
y Supervised students in extracurricular art program, weekly with extended hours.
y Chairperson for the Culture, Climate, and Beautification Committee: organized fund raisers, and social events; created
new logo, posters, and signage to be used throughout the school; Technology Committee member.
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September 2015 – June 2016  Leave Replacement Teacher of Art and Digital Design, Shore Regional
High School, West Long Branch, NJ;
Courses taught: Digital Photography, Beginning Graphic Design, Intermediate Graphic Design, Advanced
Graphic Design, and Art History
y Provided instruction on fundamentals to recognise, judge and apply the elements of art and the principles
of design to all disciplines.
y Illustrated the history of art, connecting students to historical traditions, practices, and techniques through today.
y Mentored numerous students to prepare for college as they moved on to pursue degrees in the visual arts.
y Directed planning, arranging, and supervision of in-school student art exhibits, display cases and art show.
May 2015  Leave Replacement Teacher of Art and Digital Design, Paterson Charter School For Science &
Technology High School, Paterson, NJ;
Coursed taught: Studio Art 1, Photoshop, Drawing, and Painting
y Implemented lesson plans, assumed the responsibility for all instructional tasks.

January 2015 – March 2015  Long Term Replacement Teacher of Art and Digital Design, Pequannock
Township High School, Pequannock, NJ;
Courses taught: Studio Art 1, Digital Animation, Digital Illustration and Design, Creative Sculpture, and
Drawing and Painting
y Assumed the responsibility for all instructional tasks: designing and instruction of unit and lesson plans; that actively
engages learners while educating on proper artistic methodologies and various technical aspects.
y Created student art exhibits in the school display cases and main office.

Previous Professional Experience

y Created award-winning integrated print and multi-media marketing campaigns and, educational games.
y Directed photo shoots, hiring of photographers and models, managed budget, production, and video editing.
Clients and Brands: Consumer Mercedes Benz, Subaru, Benjamin Moore, Nestle, Dominoes, DoveBar, Moët
Hennessy, Prudential, Pharmaceutical  Advil, Advil Liqui-Gels, Children’s Advil, Dimetapp, Robitussin, and Centrum.

Technology
Mastery of current versions of Adobe Creative Suite and highly proficient in Google Docs, Microsoft Office
applications, PowerPoint and Word, GoGuardian, Google Apps and Sites.

Memberships
The Art School at Old Church Community Center, Art Educators of New Jersey, National Art Education Association,
New Jersey Educators Association, Hopper House, MOMA, MET

Awards, Exhibits, and Publications

American Graphic Design Award (GDUSA) 2009, 2010, and 2011, RX Club: Myriad Programs of Excellence CD-
ROM, Golden Triangle: Levulan Web Site, RX Club: Pentasa Campaign, Potlatch Paper Company: CIGNA Annual
Report, 1st Place for design, Caples Award: NFL/ESPN Affiliate Promotion, 1st Place for design, George Seagal
Gallery, Montclair State University, Hopper House Members Show, Small Works Show, TASOC, Cafe Gallery at
TASOC, The RX Club, NJ Art Directors Club, Graphic Design USA

References
Frank Connelly, Principal, Westwood Regional High School 201.664.0880 y frank.connelly@wwrsd.org
Christopher Mello, Vice Principal, Westwood Regional HS 201.664.0880 y  christopher.mello@wwrsd.org
Vincent DalliCardillo, Principal, Shore Regional High School 732.222.9300 y  vdallicardello@shoreregional.org

y  201.788.3297  y  me2medesign@gmail.com