Andrea Govednik
Ballinafad,ON
Summary
Accomplished Visual Arts Teacher with a proven track record at Halton Catholic District School Board, enhancing student creativity and engagement through innovative art education. Expert in fine arts and adept at fostering inclusive environments, significantly enriching the school's arts culture. Demonstrated success in collaborative projects and professional development in art best practices.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary School Visual Arts Teacher
Halton Catholic District School Board
1999.09 - Current
- Connected with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, concerns, and achievements.
- Mentored new teachers in the department to ensure their smooth transition into the school community.
- Collaborated with colleagues to expand cross-curricular connections, enriching students'' overall educational experience.
- Championed diversity and inclusion within the arts curriculum by introducing works from underrepresented artists and cultural perspectives.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in art education.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering collaboration, teamwork, and respect among students.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through assessments, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating hands-on projects and interactive learning experiences.
- Organized successful art exhibits showcasing student work, raising awareness of the arts program in the community.
- Contributed to a strong arts culture within the school by supporting drama productions, music performances, and other creative events.
- Developed engaging curriculum aligned with state standards and focused on various art forms.
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Planned and delivered lessons to teach classes in arts to engage and educate students.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Provided feedback and grades to provide regular feedback on student progress and assigned grades based on performance.
- Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
Secondary Visual Arts Teacher
Halton District School Board
1997.10 - 1998.06
- Connected with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, concerns, and achievements.
- Collaborated with colleagues to expand cross-curricular connections, enriching students'' overall educational experience.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in art education.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering collaboration, teamwork, and respect among students.
- Evaluated student progress regularly through assessments, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
- Contributed to a strong arts culture within the school by supporting drama productions, music performances, and other creative events.
- Organized successful art exhibits showcasing student work, raising awareness of the arts program in the community.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive classrooms that support student growth and learning.
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Attended department meetings and collaborated with other fine arts teachers.
Education
Bachelor's of Education - Teaching
University of Western Ontario
London, ON06.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts Studio With A Minor in History
University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON05.1997
Skills
- Fine Arts Expertise
- Student Engagement
- Arts Advocacy
- Studio Maintenance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Honours Specialist- Visual Arts, University of Toronto O.I.S.E - 2002
- Special Education Part 1, University of Western Ontario - 1997
Timeline
Secondary School Visual Arts Teacher
Halton Catholic District School Board
1999.09 - Current
Secondary Visual Arts Teacher
Halton District School Board
1997.10 - 1998.06
Bachelor's of Education - Teaching
University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts Studio With A Minor in History
University of Waterloo
- Honours Specialist- Visual Arts, University of Toronto O.I.S.E - 2002
- Special Education Part 1, University of Western Ontario - 1997
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