My Teaching Philosophy
As an art educator, it is my goal to create an environment that is welcoming and engaging to all students, regardless of artistic skill or current level of interest in art. It is my responsibility to provide exposure to art’s real-world value as:
a tool for self-expression and personal reflection
a means of developing social awareness that helps students understand, interpret, and navigate the world around them
a source of transferable skills such as creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and adaptability that extend beyond the art classroom
My Teaching Style
I create a welcoming, engaging environment and provide exposure to art’s real-world value by…
Putting modern learning trends into practice
I frequently use digital micro-learnings to capture student attention in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world
I vary delivery methods for demonstrations in order to appeal to a wide set of learners and keep learning experiences fresh, including self-paced opportunities for instruction or reinforcement of information
Using responsive teaching methods
I am flexible to the unique needs of the school’s student population and its individual learners
Making learning about art relevant and enjoyable
I encourage students to make personal connections to art through experimentation and reflection, offering increased artist independence and freedom of choice as they mature
I place greater emphasis on art as a process rather than a product, helping students recognize that the act of creating can be exciting and meaningful, while the final work is subjective and less important
Connecting to the school and local community
I collaborate with teachers across academic disciplines to help reinforce their goals through art applications and to build cohesion as a school community
I make connections to nature, local businesses, and art institutions to help students find a sense of place in their community
I maintain awareness of the NYS Standards for Visual and Media Arts and adjust my curriculum to fit the needs of these expectations and the school district’s goals