Katherine Beyer | BFA | Art Education
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Education
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign, May 2024
Bronze Tablet Scholar, Cumulative 4.0 GPA
James R. and Dorothy E. Shipley Scholarship, Spring 2024
Professor Glenn Bradshaw Scholarship, Spring 2023
FAA Ambassador 2022-2023
30+ credit hours in studio experience
Relevant Work Experience
Summer Intensive Counselor | University of Illinois | 06/2022, Present
Facilitated an array of group activities designed to enhance team-building skills amongst a diverse group of students. Supervised and managed 15-20 high school students, ensuring their well-being to foster a supportive and inclusive environment
Fabrication Lab Assistant | University of Illinois | 08/2022 - 05/2024
Ensured a secure and compliant work environment for college students and faculty while implementing and enforcing safety protocols and providing comprehensive training sessions to promote best practices and prevent accidents
After-School Caregiver | St. Paul Lutheran School | 09/2018 - 07/2023
Led creative, athletic, and educational activities for 30+ children ages 3-14 while maintaining safety in a welcoming, caring environment
Teaching Experience
South Side Elementary School | Spring 2024
Engaged K-5 students in exploring both 2D and 3D art mediums, ensuring the proper and safe use of materials
Introduced and reinforced key vocabulary terms, as well as significant artists and art-making practices, to enhance their understanding and appreciation of art
Collaborated effectively with families, faculty, and students to create an accessible and stimulating environment that supports each student's success and engagement
Centennial High School | Spring 2024
Designed and instructed challenging and successful choice-based lessons integrating representational art history, personal research, and technical skill in both 2D and 3D projects
Kept accurate records of student progress and understanding, attendance, and participation in agreement with the school’s policy
Fostered student growth and achievement through meaningful discussions and feedback, clear goals, and accommodations for students with 504 plans and I.E.P.s