RESUME
Career Focus
Motivated, energetic, and creative professional with classroom experience looking to provide top quality,
personalized lessons to help expand the minds of students by encouraging an active and fun learning
environment.
Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Kutztown, PA
2017 - present
Post Baccalaureate Teaching Certification Art K – 12
3.7 GPA
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania - Bloomsburg PA
2006 - 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Photography
Minor in Art History
Deans List
3.5 GPA
Schuylkill Business and Technology － Pottsville, PA
2001 - 2003
Associates of Specialized Technology: Graphic Design
3.5 GPA
Skills
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Goal Driven
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Adaptable
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Engaging
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Organized
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Creative
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Patient
Professional
Development
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National Art Education Association
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Pennsylvania Art Education Association
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Professional Photographers of America
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The Rising Tide Society
Accomplisments
Professional
experience
Early Field Experience
February 2018 to April 2018
John S Clarke Elementary School － Pottsville, PA
Long Term Substitute Teacher
October 2015 to Current
Source4Teachers － Williamsport, PA
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Long term art substitute for teacher on maternity leave
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Prepared and implemented lesson plans in established classrooms
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Nominated for Best Photographer in Schuylkill County 2012-2018
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Dean's List - Fall 2007. Spring 2010
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Published photography work in Designing Memories Magazine 2015 & 2016 Cover Photo
Volunteer Experience
Relevant
Experience
Girls Scout Co-Leader
September 2015 to Current
Girl Scouts Heart of Pennsylvania － Frackville, PA
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Helped organize and plan girl scout activities
Day Care Assistant
September 2015 to May 2016
Precious Moments Day Care － Girardville, PA
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Encouraged good behaviors using the positive reinforcement method
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Communicated openly with parents about daily activities and behaviors
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Monitored each student’s progress with individualized charts and files
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Cheer Coach
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PTO member, 2015 to Current
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Chair of North Schuylkill Yearbook Committee, 2017
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Homeroom Mom – Chaperoned Field Trips, Planned Classroom Activities
Work History
Owner of Children/Portrait Photography Business
October 2012 to Current
Kelly Long Photography – Girardville, PA
Certified Nursing Assistant
September 2015 to May 2016
Schuylkill Medical Center East － Pottsville, Pa
Certified Lifeguard
June 2007 to September 2011
Hershey Park － Hershey, Pa