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Shari Nelson

Colerain

Summary

Experienced visual arts and language arts teacher skilled in collaborative teaching and adaptive learning. Successfully developed and implemented comprehensive curricula that enhance student engagement and promote artistic skills across diverse classrooms.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Visual Arts Teacher

Greenway School District
08.2019 - Current
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive visual arts curriculum for diverse student populations.
  • Evaluated student progress through assessments, adapting teaching methods to meet individual learning needs.
  • Instructed the following classes: Animation, Digital Photography, Media Arts, Interior Design, Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Crafts, Art Around the World, Indigenous Art, Yearbook and Middle School Art
  • Developed engaging lesson plans, fostering a classroom environment that encouraged artistic expression and skill development.

Visual Arts and Language Arts Teacher

Hill City Schools
08.2004 - 05.2019
  • Developed and implemented engaging language arts curriculum aligned with state standards.
  • Developed and implemented engaging Visual Arts curriculum aligned with state standards
  • Fostered critical thinking skills through literature analysis and writing workshops.
  • Mentored new teachers in instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
  • Integrated technology tools to enhance student learning and engagement in language arts.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting a more holistic understanding of language and visual arts.

Education

No Degree - Reading

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN
08-2013

Bachelor of Science - Visual Arts Education And Language Arts Education

Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Moorhead, MN
05-2003

Skills

  • Collaborative teaching
  • Instructional strategies
  • Digital art proficiency
  • Photography techniques
  • Curriculum implementation
  • Individualized instruction
  • Student engagement
  • Adaptive learning

Timeline

Visual Arts Teacher

Greenway School District
08.2019 - Current

Visual Arts and Language Arts Teacher

Hill City Schools
08.2004 - 05.2019

No Degree - Reading

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Bachelor of Science - Visual Arts Education And Language Arts Education

Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Shari Nelson