Bailey Ann Spillane
Long Beach
Summary
Art teacher with extensive experience in creating engaging lesson plans that boost student creativity and participation. Proven ability to implement diverse artistic techniques to enhance learning outcomes. Strong collaborator, fostering a dynamic and interactive classroom environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Teacher
Grace Lutheran School
Huntington Beach
09.2019 - 08.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student skill levels.
- Facilitated art projects using various mediums and techniques.
- Organized student exhibitions to showcase artistic talents and creativity.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate art across the curriculum.
- Managed classroom environment to foster creativity and respect.
- Established positive relationships with students to encourage participation in art activities.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art concepts such as perspective, color theory, drawing, painting and sculpting.
- Organized and coordinated hands-on artistic activities to encourage active participation, involvement and team work.
- Created engaging activities for students to explore their creativity through art projects.
- Supervised and curated an after-school art club.
Education
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Art
Concordia University
Irvine, CA06-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA06-2019
Skills
- Lesson planning and classroom management
- Artistic techniques and mediums
- Student engagement strategies
- Creative collaboration and project coordination
- Supply management and organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Multitasking skills
- Time management
Certification
- CBEST
- RICA
- ECLAD
Key Highlights
- Taught visual art to students PreK–8, adapting instruction to developmental levels and diverse learning needs.
- Developed and implemented the school’s first art curriculum from the ground up, ensuring alignment with state standards and cross-curricular learning.
- Curated and directed biannual all-school art exhibitions for 7 consecutive years, showcasing the work of every student in the school community.
- Established a school-wide culture of artistic appreciation, increasing student engagement and family participation through interactive art shows and community events.
- Integrated a variety of artistic mediums, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media, to foster creativity and technical skill.
- Collaborated with faculty to integrate art into core subject areas, enhancing student comprehension and creativity across the curriculum.
References
Jean Nosco, Principal
5172 W. McFadden Huntington Beach, CA
(310) 938- 6277
Cherie Johnsen, Teaching Mentor
5172 W. McFadden Huntington Beach, CA
(714) 743- 8639
Timeline
Art Teacher
Grace Lutheran School
09.2019 - 08.2025
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Art
Concordia University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
California State University, Long Beach
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