performing arts educator arts integration specialist resume example with 8+ years of experience
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Professional Summary
Creative educator of social studies and performing arts with 5+ years of experience teaching middle school and high school students. Committed to engaging students with quality & purposeful instruction designed to spark curiosity and develop critical thinking skills. Passionate about cultivating life-long learners who confidently use knowledge as a tool to better understand themselves as valuable, active and informed global citizens of the world
Skills
Innovative, creative, student-centered and inquiry-based approaches to teaching social studies
College level research experience in social sciences, humanities, intercultural studies & performing arts
Proficient in utilizing technology as teaching and learning tools
2-3 years online teaching-learning experience
Ability to spark curiosity, differentiate instruction, and provide quality use of technology
Provide safe learning environment in which students can take intellectual risks
Encourage students to confidently and freely ask questions while demonstrating higher order thinking and learning
Apply wide range of assessment strategies consistent with course content and objectives
Critical thinker - strong analytical skills; accurate and probing
Flexible, adaptable, dependable, reliable
Conversant in Spanish
Education
UNIVERSITY of CALIFORNIALos Angeles, CA, Expected in 12/2002 ā āMaster of Arts:World Arts And Cultures/ Dance Education - GPA:
Relevant Coursework: World Cultures & Religion, Comparative Literature, Research & Bibliography, Arts & Identity. GPA : 3.795
Tutor: Academic Advancement Program serving UCLA undergraduate students enrolled in humanities and cultural studies courses
University of MichiganAnn Arbor, Expected in 12/1994 ā āBachelor of Arts:Social Sciences - GPA:
Relevant Coursework: Social Science Theory, Law & Historical Process, Ethnic American Studies, Women's Studies, Political Science, Asian American History, Intro to World Politics, Comparative Religion, Theorizing Third World Women. GPA: 3.45
Certifications
Florida Temporary Certification in Social Sciences 6-12 grade License #1106338 Expires 03/22/2025
Professional Teaching Experience
Manhattan College - Performing Arts Educator/Arts Integration Specialist New York, NY, 08/2018 - Current
Implement arts-integrated lessons with social studies, history, math, science for K-12 student
Coordinated & directed Facing History Together a school-wide virtual and on-site educational performance experience using historical primary sources from the MOSH "Legacy of Lynching" Exhibit
Curated and organized "Choosing to Participate" exhibit encouraging dialogue, engagement, and respect of diverse communities in the United States. Developed by Facing History and Ourselves in collaboration with MOSH
Facilitate discussions and projects with students and co-teachers that discuss, research, write about history and culture
Directed musicals including Godspell & Annie for over 50 high school students connecting historical lesson plans during creative process and productions
Responsible for determining grades, designing quality learning assignments for all students
Attend regular meetings, school events, and professional development opportunities in teaching and social- emotional learning
Advise and mentor students; create safe spaces to communicate with students and parents
University Of Texas At Austin - Adjunct Instructor Austin, TX, 08/2012 - 05/2014
Responsible for teaching General Education Humanities and Dance courses to college students and dance majors enrolled in humanities courses surveying world dance cultures, geography and American dance history
Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives for general education humanities and dance courses
Advised, mentored, and coached dance majors for college auditions and interviews of whom 100% were accepted to prestigious schools of dance including California Institute of the Arts, University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Florida, Florida State University
DOUGLAS ANDERSON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS - AP History Teacher City, STATE, 08/2008 - 06/2009
Taught AP US History to freshman, sophomore and junior high school students and prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of student materials
Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
Communicated clear learning objectives to students on each unique chapter and unit that prepared them for in-class and state-administered exams
Compiled, administered and graded examinations to assess student progress and provide feedback on learning objectives
Acted ethically and professionally when conversing with students and delivering lectures to be positive role model for kids of all backgrounds.
Created lesson plans, course materials and homework assignments covering established coursework and textbook information
Capitalized on teaching AP US History during 2008 election year and implemented effective strategies to understand its historical implications in American history, electoral process, presidential debates, history of voting rights in America and socio-political issues relevant during this year
RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE - Academic Counselor City, STATE, 08/2006 - 05/2007
Conducted academic advisement services for over 100 minority and freshmen students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression for Office of Minority Student Affairs and First-Year Experience
Coordinated follow up and student outreach to monitor academic progress for at-risk students
Guided students in thesis proposal creation, encouraging clear definition of problem statement, precise research questions, proposed procedures and practices and literature review
Helped students with initial adjustment to university academic life and interpreted institutions policies and requirements.
Discussed student success strategies and development of study skills
Conducted seminars, workshops and educational presentations for enrichment opportunities for students
Assisted students in selecting courses to align with interests and abilities
Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles
Provided comprehensive support services encompassing career and personal goals of student
Advised students individually and in groups on academic programs for individual interests
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
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Resume Overview
School Attended
UNIVERSITY of CALIFORNIA
University of Michigan
Job Titles Held:
Performing Arts Educator/Arts Integration Specialist