Melanie Bauer
Emeryville
Summary
Experienced high school visual arts teacher skilled in curriculum development and multimedia integration. Committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment that engages diverse student populations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Visual Arts Teacher
San Lorenzo Unified School District
San Lorenzo
08.2017 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for fine art classes, utilizing diverse media including painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, and photography to enhance student creativity.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to deepen knowledge of best practices in art education, fostering a dynamic learning environment.
- Managed supply inventory and budget for art materials, ensuring resources were available for all projects.
First Grade Bilingual Teacher
San Lorenzo Unified School District
San Lorenzo
08.2005 - 08.2017
- Instructed 26 first grade students in English and Spanish, fostering bilingual literacy and cultural awareness.
- Differentiated instruction tailored to individual student needs and strengths, enhancing engagement and learning outcomes.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student learning and development.
- Conducted assessments of student learning outcomes using a variety of methods.
English Language Teacher
Stanford University
Palo Alto
08.2005 - 08.2008
- Delivered English language instruction to visiting students from Asian universities, facilitating immersive learning experiences in a summer program.
- Mentored students in developing and presenting independent research projects focused on US societal issues, enhancing their critical thinking and communication skills.
- Wrote custom materials for teaching concepts and material to supplement or replace standard materials to add interest, focus on specific concepts and meet learning needs of student population.
- Graded assignments and offered constructive feedback to help students focus on areas in need of improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to ensure positive learning outcomes.
English as a Foreign Language Instructor
Academy of Art University
San Francisco
08.2004 - 12.2005
- Guided foreign students in art classes including Photoshop, Darkroom Techniques, Graphic Arts, and Art History to enhance their artistic skills.
- Assisted foreign students in developing academic papers in university writing lab, fostering improved writing proficiency.
- Engaged in workshops to improve English teaching skills.
Education
Master of Arts - TESOL And Spanish
The School For International Training
Brattleboro, VT09-2000
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Anthropology
Colgate University
Hamilton, NY05-1993
Master of Fine Arts (partial completion) - Photography
Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CAArt History and Ceramics coursework -
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CASkills
- Curriculum development
- Artistic display design
- Multimedia integration
- Creative thinking
- Bilingual communication
- Cultural awareness
- Team collaboration
Certification
Single subject Art and Spanish 6-12, Multiple subjects K-5, BCLAD and CLAD teaching licenses
Timeline
High School Visual Arts Teacher
San Lorenzo Unified School District
08.2017 - Current
First Grade Bilingual Teacher
San Lorenzo Unified School District
08.2005 - 08.2017
English Language Teacher
Stanford University
08.2005 - 08.2008
English as a Foreign Language Instructor
Academy of Art University
08.2004 - 12.2005
Master of Arts - TESOL And Spanish
The School For International Training
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Anthropology
Colgate University
Master of Fine Arts (partial completion) - Photography
Academy of Art University
Art History and Ceramics coursework -
California State University, East Bay