VISUAL ARTS
2009 Spring Semester
Education Intern for Albright-Knox Art Gallery
Ms. Sarah Ruszczyk, Education Coordinator
- Researched artists from the permanent collection and new exhibitions
- Designed activity guides based on the permanent collection for family nights
- Created workshop lessons designed with New York State standards in mind
- Motivated children to experiment with a variety of materials for art making
- Developed assessment tools to measure student achievement
- Assisted with art lessons for children Pre-K through fifth grade
2008 Fall Semester
Studio art student teacher for seventh grade, Southside Elementary
Mr. Michael Herbold, Cooperating Teacher
- Implemented units for sculpture and graphic arts project requirements
- Created multiple lessons designed to New York State standards
- Enhanced student drawing and painting skills during portfolio class
- Developed assessment tools to measure student achievement
- Designed brainstorming worksheets and quizzes to enhance creativity
- Motivated and encourage students to complete assignments on time
- Collaborated with the UB Anderson Gallery for Buffalo School tours
- Incorporated technology in studio art using computers for visual reference
- Managed groups of 15 to 20 students including those with special needs