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dynamic high school teacher eager to contribute academic expertise as well as strong communication skills and talent as an art history instructor.

 

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enthusiastic, creative, detailed-oriented high school teacher offering over 16 years experience teaching ap/ib art history. proven ability to establish instant rapport with both students and parents. energetic, organized and self-motivated with proven ability to retain student interest.

 

foster student learning strengths through group work, social interaction, educational trips, character building, and problem solving skill application. consistently provide stimulating learning environment in which students can develop academic potential.

 

employs a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize individual learning within group environments. actively prepare students for future opportunities by introducing new technology and encouraging interactive learning.

 

professional experience

 

lamar high school; houston independent school district                                          1994-present

ap/ib art history and ib us history teacher

• successfully developed and implemented advanced placement and international baccalaureate art history courses, including art power point presentations, lectures on art periods, developing essay questions, and administering final examinations.
• transformed the art history course into the cornerstone of the international diploma program at lamar high school.
• served as chaperone and guide on bi-annual art history student study trip to paris.

 

professional education

 

university of st. thomas                                                                                                         present

masters of science in art history

 

university of houston                                                                                                                            1987

teaching certification

 

eastern michigan university                                                                                                         1981

bachelors of science in art history and history

 

 

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a high school teacher capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include experience developing interactive lesson plans and guiding student learning in art history and pre-international baccalaureate us history courses. an examination of my credentials will confirm that i am a skilled professional who thrives in a challenging work environment. i am driven, independently motivated, and results-oriented. i enjoy a challenge and work hard to achieve success. it is my practice to operate within a strict conduct of professionalism and integrity with my students. to complement this background, i offer dynamic communication, organization, multi-tasking, and relationship management skills.

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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