Open To Work
John McGee
Bella Vista
Work Preference
Summary
Versatile professional with a rich background in the arts and multi-industry experience. Early roles included assembly work and equipment operation, fostering practical skills. Established career in journalism, recognized statewide for contributions in writing and photography.
Overview
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1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Instructor
Bentonville Christian Academy
Bentonville
08.2023 - 06.2026
- Instructed students in various artistic techniques and mediums.
- Fostered a supportive classroom environment encouraging creativity and expression.
- Motivated students to reach their highest potential by setting achievable goals.
- Delivered constructive feedback on student artwork, facilitating skill enhancement and artistic growth.
- Guided students in exploring art history and cultural influences on art.
- Incorporated discussions about famous artists into lectures as part of a broader curriculum covering art history.
- Developed lesson plans that focused on various aspects of art including color theory, composition, perspective, figure drawing.
- Taught basic principles of design such as balance, contrast, unity, rhythm, emphasis and patterning.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through individualized instruction tailored to each student's needs.
- Organized student art exhibitions to showcase creative work.
- Coordinated hands-on artistic activities that fostered active participation and teamwork among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate art across the curriculum.
- Assessed and evaluated student work, providing feedback and guidance to help them improve their skills.
- Encouraged artistic exploration through different mediums such as charcoal drawings or oil paintings.
- Provided constructive criticism while encouraging creativity in all students.
- Instructed students on proper care and use of art tools and equipment.
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule.
- Served as advisor for extracurricular activities such as art clubs and camps.
- Collaborated with parents to support students' artistic interests and academic progress.
- Participated in faculty meetings where upcoming events were discussed and planned out.
- Managed student behavior in the classroom with appropriate behavior strategies.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order in the classroom.
- Developed and implemented skill-building activities to build students' abilities.
- Implemented safety protocols for the use of art materials and equipment.
- Prompted student motivation, participation and listening skills through positive reinforcement and weekly recognition.
- Instructed students on how various cultures influence music and art styles.
Art Instructor
Pea Ridge Intermediate School
Pea Ridge
08.1998 - 05.2023
- Demonstrated painting and drawing techniques to classes of up to 25 students.
- Organized annual student art exhibitions, showcasing the talents and progress of students.
- Collaborated with colleagues on new ideas for incorporating art into everyday activities at school.
- Led field trips to museums and galleries, enriching students' understanding of art history and contemporary practices.
- Organized field trips to galleries or museums to expose students to professional artwork.
- Planned and coordinated field trips to galleries and museums to expose students to examples of art.
- Selected appropriate instructional materials such as textbooks and multimedia presentations for use in the classroom.
- Maintained a digital portfolio for each student, documenting progress and achievements.
- Utilized online platforms such as Google Classroom for remote teaching during pandemic restrictions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History And Visual Art
Harding University
Searcy, AR05-1975
Skills
- Student assessment
- Art exhibition coordination
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Curriculum integration
- Educational programming
- Digital portfolio
- Classroom management
- Digital portfolio
Certification
- Arkansas Department of Education Teaching License Art K-12, Social Studies 7-12 Life certificate
- Missouri Department of Education Teaching License Art-K-9, Social Studies 7-12
Accomplishments
- 2017 National Online Art Gallery Best in the US Award
2016 National Online Art Gallery Best in the US Award
2008-2019 25 State Arkansas Newspaper Awards for news reporting, political cartooning, column writing, and freelance writing.
2004 Pea Ridge Schools Teacher of the Year Award
1991 National Age Group Track and Field Coach of the Year
1986 Coach of the 15-16 Girls National AAU Cross Country Champions
1986 Coach of the 13-14 Boys National AAU Track and Field Champions
Affiliations
- Spent 21 years attached to the University of Arkansas Track and Field program as a home meet official where I earned status as a United States Track and Field Federation Certified Master Track and Field Official. I spent 11 years serving as the Arkansas State AAU Track and Field Chair and I also served 7 years on the AAU national committee. Currently, I am involved with the Arkansas Senior Olympic program where I recently won my age group in the javelin throw. Not limiting myself to just track activities, I also spent many years coaching basketball on a variety of levels, from elementary through high school.
Timeline
Art Instructor
Bentonville Christian Academy
08.2023 - 06.2026
Art Instructor
Pea Ridge Intermediate School
08.1998 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History And Visual Art
Harding University