JILLIAN CARDOZA
K-12 ART TEACHER
Dynamic, resourceful teaching professional with a genuine interest in students’ cognitive and social growth through art education. Skilled in the design of challenging, enriching and innovative activates that address diverse interests and needs of students. Active team member who effectively collaborates will all levels of staff member and establishes quality relationships with students. Demonstrated experience in:
Curriculum design + development
Cooperative + interactive learning
Parent relations
Student assessment
Multicultural awareness
Classroom management
Conflict resolution
Equipment/tool usage + safety practices
Education
Bachelor of Art in Education | Western Michigan University | Kalamazoo, Michigan | April 2009
Studio Art Centers International | Florence, Italy | August 2003 – June 2004
Certifications
State Of Michigan Standard Teaching Certificate K-12 l January 2021 - June 2026
Michigan Provisional Certificate, Art Education K-12 | April 2009
American Red Cross First Aid Certificate | May 2013
American Heart Association CPR + AED Certificate | May 2013
Experience
Dearborn Public Schools l Dearborn, Michigan
Art Teacher, 6th-8th March 2015 - Present
Kids R Kids Academy at Blakeney | Charlotte, North Carolina
Teacher, Young Preschool January 2013 – May 2014
Instruct students in language arts, social studies, science, art, music and physical health.
Develop lesson plans and instructional material to accommodate the needs of each student.
Evaluate students’ academic and social development, keeping appropriate records, and prepare assessment reports.
CRADA International School (Private) | Seoul, South Korea
English Teacher, Pre - Kindergarten + Kindergarten February 2011 – May 2012
Designed a comprehensive and cohesive curriculum to effectively meet the needs of each student’s learning style, background and ability.
Planned, implemented and evaluated conversational and written English lessons to be given to children with multiple native languages (German, Swedish, Japanese, Korean and English).
Responsible for leading educational activities including phonics, basic reading and writing skills.
Developed art and music programs to enhance and reinforce communication skills.
YMCA Y-Arts Outreach Program | Detroit, Michigan
Visual Art Teacher, K - 12th Grade October 2009 – February 2011
Created/instructed innovative and advanced art based curriculum.
Implemented the fundamentals and fabrication of art and explored the many mediums and methods of art making.
Utilize individual behavior as a guide to provide effective teaching methods.
Croyden Avenue School | Kalamazoo, Michigan
Teacher’s Aid March 2006 – April 2009
Worked with students who are cognitively impaired or have severe multiple impairments.
Taught students independent in caring for their personal needs.
Helped students learn to safely navigate their community, and participate in recreation and leisure activities.