Horse Riding
Christin Nice
Manasquan
Summary
Passionate Teacher provides students with exceptional learning opportunities and support of educational endeavors. Skilled implementer of diverse instruction methods for cultivating fruitful learning environment for all. Positively motivates students with individual guidance and empathetic mentorship.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Secondary Art Teacher
ENKA Schools Istanbul
08.2022 - Current
- IBDP Visual Arts, AP 2D Art and Design, Years 6, 8, 9 and 10 Art Electives
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Organized field trips to local museums or galleries, exposing students to real-world applications of their art studies.
- Enhanced students'' creativity and self-expression through the introduction of various artistic mediums and techniques.
Head of Arts
Yew Chung International School of Chongqing
08.2020 - 07.2022
- Head of Art Department - IBDP Visual Arts, IGCSE Arts and Design, and BNC Art and Design
- Boosted student success rates through personalized attention, tailored lesson plans, and one-on-one support.
- Championed diversity and inclusion within the arts curriculum by introducing works from underrepresented artists and cultural perspectives.
- Developed and facilitated after-school art clubs and activities for students to hone skills.
- Used technology in classrooms to integrate tools into art lessons and enhance student learning.
Secondary Art Teacher
Nagoya International School
08.2018 - 08.2020
- IB MYP Visual Arts and Design Teacher
- Continuously updated teaching practices through professional development courses focused on innovative pedagogical approaches in the visual arts domain.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Developed comprehensive assessment tools to track student progress and provide valuable feedback for improvement.
Arts Intern
Independent Schools Foundation Academy
08.2017 - 07.2018
- IB MYP Visual Arts Teaching Intern
- Assisted in the preparation and execution of school-wide events, promoting a sense of community within the school.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students, helping them achieve academic success.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and maximize student engagement.
- Collaborated with fellow interns and experienced teachers to develop effective strategies for classroom management.
News Photographer
Star News Group New Jersey
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Photographed various local community and government interest events and meetings, sporting and weather events and festivals
- Successfully comply with strict daily and weekly deadlines
- Also photograph local establishments and businesses for the “Night and Day” magazine.
Head Art Teacher/Camp Counselor
CCUSA
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Designed creative and innovative woodworking and digital photography program, lesson plans and projects for children age 6-17 to keep them interested, motivated, and engaged
- Prepared and implemented safety plan and procedures for all art studio power tools and equipment to ensure students’ safety
- Instructed variety of unique activities including stand-up paddle boarding, fencing, kayaking, fishing, drama, and wilderness survival
- Taught English through immersion.
Assistant Community Liaison Office Coordinator and Newsletter Editor
U.S. Embassy, Vienna, Austria
- Education liaison and crisis management coordinator
- Organized cultural events, recreational activities, and provided guidance and referral to resources in Austria for more than 600 US Gov’t
- Employees
- Created, organized and implemented annual Vienna Youth Art Contests for the U.S.Embassy
- Coordinated participants, judges, prizes, and organized awards reception officiated by the U.S
- Ambassador to Austria
- Organized community “meet and greet” during July 2014 visit of Secretary of State John Kerry to Vienna, Austria, for more than 200 official visitors and community members
- Wrote, edited, produced, and distributed weekly newsletter for U.S
- Embassy officials and family members.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Secondary Art Education
Sunderland University
Sunderland, UK06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Delaware
Newark Delaware 04.2001 - 04.2016
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American International School of Vienna, Austria
Skills
Art history knowledge
Portfolio Development
Multimedia integration
Adaptive Teaching Strategies
Interdisciplinary Connections
Studio Maintenance and Design
Ceramic sculpture
Acrylic painting
Color theory
Differentiated Instruction
Interests
Fencing
Life Long Learner
Timeline
Secondary Art Teacher
ENKA Schools Istanbul
08.2022 - Current
Head of Arts
Yew Chung International School of Chongqing
08.2020 - 07.2022
Secondary Art Teacher
Nagoya International School
08.2018 - 08.2020
Arts Intern
Independent Schools Foundation Academy
08.2017 - 07.2018
News Photographer
Star News Group New Jersey
08.2016 - 07.2017
Head Art Teacher/Camp Counselor
CCUSA
06.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts
University of Delaware
04.2001 - 04.2016
Assistant Community Liaison Office Coordinator and Newsletter Editor
U.S. Embassy, Vienna, Austria
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Secondary Art Education
Sunderland University
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American International School of Vienna, Austria