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innovative and creative educational leader seeking the director of education position with the glazer children's museum in tampa florida.  pablo picasso once said every child is an artist.  the problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up .  my passion is to instill a love of art and creativity in every child i meet, so that he or she will continue to find joy and inspiration in art for a lifetime.

 

florida professional teaching certificate k-6 and art k-12 and gifted endorsement

 

education

 

florida southern college - education certification (2005)

university of tampa - bachelor of arts, art therapy (2004)

hillsborough county public schools - gifted education certification

core competencies

 

classroom management

student motivation

educational trends/teaching methods

community relations

interpretation of measurable results

creative/hardworking/ organized

artistic instruction

gifted/differentiated instruction

world studies thematic units

technology integration

word/powerpoint/publisher

mac/adobe photoshop

 

professional history

 

dunbar magnet elementary, medical and science exploration, tampa, fl (2009 to present) - art specialist, tutor

seminole elementary, tampa florida (2009 to present) - art specialist and art club creator

 

lee magnet elementary school of technology and world studies, tampa, florida (2005 to 2009)

art specialist, tutor and art club creator

received best in show award, florida state fair display (2008)

brooker elementary, brandon, florida (2008 to present) - art specialist/team teacher

 

berkley preparatory, tampa, florida (summer 2008) -  summer camp art teacher

 

sikes elementary-lakeland, florida (1/2004 to 5/2004) - student art teacher/internship

 

professional profile

 

w proficient problem solver who conceptualizes classroom needs to develop workable solutions.

w provide strategic planning and vision to educational functions; develop and implement curriculum integrating the requirements of the program and students.

w a genuine respect and dedication to children, passionate about creating a true learning environment.

w reputation for creativity and innovation with teaching methods and tools to engage all students.

w skilled in the design and implementation of fun and engaging activities that address the diverse needs of the classroom.

w highly knowledgeable in educational policies and procedures, educational terminology, technology, curriculum development, teaching, and learning styles and methods.

w cultivate an environment that encourages open communication with students, teachers, parents and community.

w define benchmarks for success and accountability; build strong programs leveraging creative development, art instruction and engaging curriculum.

 

additional related experience

 

volunteer, magnet gala art shows (2008 to 2009) - coordinated gallery display

created a children s art studio offering; painting, ceramics and print making

led creative development for artistic explorations ; my own small business offering art lessons for children.

creative director, annual hillsborough county magnet schools art gala

member, seng (a gifted children's support group)

member, peta and stop global warming campaign

volunteer, painted murals in the lee elementary school cafeteria and dunbar elementary front office

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

xxxxxx somersby drive ö riverview, fl 33578 ö xxx-xxx-xxxx ö xxx-xxx-xxxx ö abc@xyz.com

 

 

 

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dear mr/ms, <<>>

 

it is with great interest in the position of <position here> that i contact you today.  i am a highly regarded teacher with a focus on artistic education, with a reputation for presenting engaging, creative and innovative curriculum.  i am passionate about art education and believe that i would be a valuable addition to your team.

 

here are some of the things i can bring to the position;

 

w a positive and proactive approach to developing and implementing lessons to engage and excite students.

w the ability to enthuse children with creative and interactive lesson plans that set the foundation for a lifelong passion for learning and growing.

w a self starting, self motivated attitude with the ability to take direction and give direction.

 

thank you in advance for your time and consideration for the position of <position here> with <school district here>.  i believe that with my experience, dedication and passion for the job, i am the perfect candidate for this position.

 

as a proven leader, i believe it would be mutually beneficial for us to meet.  i will call next week to inquire about the possibility of meeting to discuss <school district s> goals and how i can help you meet them.