Sasha Newby

sasha.n.newby@gmail.com
Portfolio: newbyfotip.weebly.com
(303) 882-3482

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS
• Colorado Professional Teaching License May 2020
• California Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential July 2020
• PRAXIS-Passed March 2019
• Scouts/Boy Scouts of America Harassment Training
• HIPPA/FERPA training
• CPR/First Aid Certification August 2021

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Art Education May 2020
Concertation in Ceramics GPA: 3.62
University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO
Dean’s Honor Roll

CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE
Visual and Digital Art Teacher
Discovery Charter Preparatory School, Sylmar, CA August 2021-Current
• Designed, provided, and applied full-year curriculums for Art I, Art II, Digital Media Arts, and Yoga.
• Demonstrated and reinforced basic principles, then built upon established concepts to allow for creativity,
advanced learning, and growth.
• Utilized personal time to print 3D materials for student projects to ensure classroom time was maximally efficient.
• Organized and led extracurricular programs to facilitate additional learning opportunities outside the classroom.
• Maintained consistent records and provided regular updates for parental and student review to track and discuss
progress.

High School Visual Arts Teacher

Student Teacher
Elbert k-12 School, Elbert, CO January 2020-May 2020
• Created individualized lessons according to students’ interests, strengths, and needs.
• Managed classroom of students independently using positive behavior management strategies.
• Helped to prepare hundreds of art pieces for the annual student art show.
• Participated in parent-teacher conferences.
• Adapted quickly to build online lessons.

Field Experience-Direct Teaching Experiences

Various schools Denver Metro Area-CO January 2019-May 2019
• Observed multiple classes at various education levels.
• Interacted with multiple students and helped advise on art projects.
• Interviewed and worked with teachers about methods and curriculum.
Art Club Lessons (k-2nd and 4th-5th grades)
Union Colony Elementary School & Chappelow k-8 Arts Magnet School, Greeley, CO January 2019-December 2019
• Created and implemented art projects with a focus on STEAM.
• Oversaw the children’s completion of all projects.
• Practiced classroom management techniques.
Literacy Fair
University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO April 6, 2019
• Taught art literacy lessons for over 150 families of immigrants or migrant workers
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Resident Assistant
University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO August 2017-December 2019
• Oversaw a floor of residents and took care of their basic needs.
• Provided emotional support and conflict resolution for all residents.
• Helped ease the transition to college life.
• Managed a calm demeanor and efficiency in moments of crisis.
Program Director
Tahosa High Adventure Base, Scouts/Boy Scouts of America, Ward, CO March 2015-August 2019
• Managed a staff of roughly 30 adults who taught merit badges and activities
• Wrote lesson plans for engaging merit badge lessons
• Assisted in hiring, placement, and training of employees
• Facilitated engaging and inclusive programs for adults and youth every week
• Handled emergencies and behavioral problems of youth and adults

AWARDS
Mountaineer Award (Received on 07/2019)
Art portfolio scholarship (08/2017 – 05/2020)
Madden Merit Scholarship, Art Education Scholarship (08/2017 – 05/2020)
UNCO Academic Scholarship (08/2016 – 05/2020)

References available on request