Kelly Junis
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www*.gvsu.edu/~junisk
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Objective
To obtain full time employment as a Visual Arts teacher in a secondary setting where opportunities are
available to become involved by advising a National Art Honor Society, class board, student government,
or any other leadership areas.
Education
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY Allendale, MI
Bachelor of Science (Aug 2005 Apr 2011)
Major: Art & Design Concentration: Art Education & Metals/Jewelry
Michigan Provisional Certification: K12 Visual Arts (LQ)
Teaching Experience
PCMI EDUCATION CONTRACTING SPECIALISTS Avondale School District (Auburn Hills, MI)
7th, 9 12th Grade Visual Arts Long term Substitute Teacher (Mar April 2011)
Substitute taught: a 7th grade general art class, Middle School Arts Appreciation course
for special education students, 9 12th Academic Center, 9 12th 3D Design, and 9 12th 2D
Design
Materials used: Metals/Jewelry, Watercolor, Digital Photography, India Ink, Graphite, etc.
Computer Programs: Zangle for attendance and grading, Campus wide e mail system
Evaluated using quizzes, tests, weekly progress reports, etc.
ALLENDALE HIGH SCHOOL Allendale, MI
9 12th Grade Visual Arts Classroom Student Teacher (Jan 2011 Mar 2011)
- Student Teaching through the College of Education at Grand Valley State University
- Developed and Implemented projects/lesson plans for Drawing & Painting I and 3D Design
courses in relation to Allendale High Schools curriculum, Big Ideas, and Contemporary
Artists
- Assisted in Photography I & II courses
- Utilized available technology: 1 to 1 laptops, SMART Board, Prezi Presentations, Document
Camera, 35mm manual camera, and the Diana Camera
- Used various materials: graphite, India Ink, acrylic paint, ceramics, paper mache, and
miscellaneous others
- Evaluated and assessed student learning using sketchbook assignments, task lists, critical
thinking worksheets, silent critiques, self evaluations, and peer evaluations all are
important to the art making process
- Organized grades and attendance using web based software, Infinite Campus
- Assisted in advising the Sophomore Class Board with the schools Winterfest: spirit days, pep
assembly, announcements, selling valentines, and the dance.
SANDY HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jenison, MI
K 6th Grade Visual Arts Classroom Teacher Assistant (Sep 2010 Dec 2010)
- Teacher assistant through the College of Education at Grand Valley State University.
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Performed necessary objectives for teacher assisting including, but not limited to: lesson
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planning, classroom management, class preparation, observations throughout the school
and art department, leading and teaching classroom instruction, etc.
PESG EDUCATIONAL PLACEMENT SERVICES Ottawa County, MI
Substitute Teacher (May 2010 Present)
BIRMINGHAM BLOOMFIELD ART CENTER Birmingham, MI
Art Day Camp Instructor (Jul 2010 and August 2010)
- Instructed two camps: 3rd 5th Grade Drawing and Painting (two weeks; three classes) and 1st
2nd grade 3D Animal Camp (one week; two classes)
- Designed and implemented the class curriculum and projects
- Gathered and purchased appropriate supplies and materials
Art Day Camp Counselor and Art Start Leader (Jul and Aug 2002, 2004, 2006, and 2009)
- Worked with 3rd 8th grade students in the areas of Metalsmithing, Drawing & Painting, and
Mixed Media
- Helped instructors with: supply prep, set up and clean up, assisted campers with projects,
explained projects, ensure camper safety, etc.
- Organized and implemented the enrichment activities for homeroom class
- Taught the before care prior to the camp day starting
URBAN INSTITUTE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART Grand Rapids, MI
Studio Create Day Camp Instructor (Jun 2010)
- Instructed camps for: 1st 4th grades (Young Designers/Small Builders) and 5th 8th grades (Site
Specific & Installation Art/Ceramics)
- Designed and implemented the camps curriculum and projects for 1st 8th grade.
Art Education Intern (May Jun 2009)
- Worked with the Education Director and ArtWorks Program Coordinator
- Interacted with high school students within a workshop setting
- Conducted interviews with high school students
- Visited and presented at area schools
- Worked on administrative tasks, researched local businesses, and resources
- Brainstormed and sat in on a formal meeting for a local art event (ArtPrize)
FREDERICK MEIJER GARDENS AND SCULPTURE PARK Grand Rapids, MI
Workshop Facilitator (Feb 2009)
- Brainstormed and prepared projects for workshop to go along with the exhibit on display.
- Facilitated workshops
- Helped participants think critically about the concepts within the projects
COMMUNITY BASED INSTRUCTION GVSU/Allendale, MI
Workshop Facilitator (Feb 2009)
- Brainstormed and prepared lesson and project for workshop
- Facilitated the workshop during four classes
- Helped the handicapped participants of the program engage with the project and learn valuable life
skills
- Supervised them with safety using materials
- Allowed for creative thinking and problem solving
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CITY OF AUBURN HILLS Auburn Hills, MI
Summer Day Camp Leader (Jun Aug 2008)
- Lead the 3rd 5th grade portion of day camp
- Scheduled daily activities, lead activities, and ensured campers safety. Activities included
indoor/outdoor games, gym games, crafts, outside water fun, field games, etc.
- Coordinated schedule with two other camp leaders for the 1 2nd grade camp and 6 8th grade camp
- Lead three counselors in the group
- Supervised campers on a field trip to local park and lake
- Gained skills needed to interact with several special need campers
Professional Development
MEMBERSHIP
Active Member, National Art Education Association Student Chapter (Oct 2009 April 2011)
Student Member, National Art Education Association (Oct 2008 present)
Student Member, Michigan Art Education Association (Oct 2008 present)
Student Member, Society of North American Goldsmiths (Jan 2008 present)
Active Member, Sigma Kappa Sorority Kappa Beta Chapter (Oct 2006 Oct 2009)
CONFERENCES
Attendee, National Art Education Association Convention 2011 Seattle, Washington
Presenter, National Art Education Association Convention 2011 Seattle, Washington
Attendee, Grand Valley State University: Leadership Summit 2010 Allendale, Michigan
Presenter, Michigan Art Education Association Conference 2009 Kalamazoo, Michigan
Attendee, Michigan Art Education Association Conference 2009 Kalamazoo, Michigan
Presenter, Grand Valley State University Scholarship Day 2009 Allendale, Michigan
Attendee, Sigma Kappa Sorority Collegiate Officer Training School Summer 2007 Indianapolis, Indiana
LEADERSHIP
President, National Art Education Assoc. Student Chapter at GVSU (Oct 2009 April 2011)
Panhellenic Delegate, Sigma Kappa Sorority Kappa Beta Chapter (Jan Sep 2009)
Webmaster, Sigma Kappa Sorority Kappa Beta Chapter (Jan Dec 2008)
VP of Alumnae Relations, Sigma Kappa Sorority Kappa Beta Chapter (Jan Dec 2007)
LECTURES ATTENDED/PROFESSIONAL ARTIST COLLABORATION/ARTIST WORKSHOPS
Andy Cooperman Lecture Carolyn Ottmers Lecture
William Pope L. Collaboration Douglas Rushkof Lecture
Julie Upmeyer Lecture & Collaboration Sonya Clark Lecture
Caroline Gore Metals Workshop Maya Lin Lecture
Mariko Kusumoto Lecture and Workshop Bullied Screening & Panel Discussion
Beehive Design Collective Lecture Sydney Walker Lecture
Paul Duncum Lecture Art:21 Lecture Mark Dion
Tadashi Koizume Lecture
Grants/Honors/Awards
Academic Conference Fund Grant Recipient (2011) PUBLIC ART SHOWINGS (personal work)
I am Grand Valley Recipient (2009 2010) On the River: Civic Studio (Dec 2009)
Dean s List (Fall 2006, Fall 2009, Fall 2010) Ceramic Student Show (March 2009)
Most Promising Sophomore, Sigma Kappa Collaborations (Feb 2009 March 2009)
Sorority Kappa Beta Chapter (Winter 2007)
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Other Involvements
ROCK AGAINST RAPE Grand Valley State University/Allendale, MI
Fundraising Committee Member (Winter 2007)
High School Involvement
CLASS BOARD (2001 2005) STUDENT COUNCIL (2003 2004)
Secretary (2003 2004)
President (2004 2005)
AVONDALE THEATRE COMPANY JV WOMEN S SOCCER (2002, 2003)
(Various shows from 2001 2005)
AVONDALE FOUNDATION (2003 2005)
Senior Rep. (2004 2005)
Junior Representative (2003 2004)
References
ERIN OVERMEYER SUSAN OWENS
Allendale High School Visual Arts Teacher Youth Programs Coordinator
Allendale Public Schools Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center
10760 68th Avenue 1516 S. Cranbrook
Allendale, MI 49401 Birmingham, MI 48009
616-***-**** 248-***-**** x128
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KATALIN ZASZLAVIK ELIZABETH GODDARD
Art Education Professor Director of Expressive Arts and Education Programs
GVSU Art & Design Department Urban Institute for Contemporary Art
1113 Calder Art Center 41 Sheldon Boulevard SE
Allendale, MI 49401 Grand Rapids Michigan 49503
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