Tonya Flickinger

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Summary

Talented teaching professional committed to instilling an appreciation for and understanding of

the Visual and Performing Arts to all students.

Core Qualifications

Interdisciplinary lesson plans Computer proficient

Excellent classroom management Creative lesson plan development

Motivating students Creative learning strategies

Positive learning environment Experience working with students with

disabilities

Critical thinking

Education and Training

Kutztown University 2012

Art Education, B.S. in Art Education with a minor in Ceramics

Dean’s List, Fall 2008, Spring 2010, Fall 2010, Spring 2012

3.34 GPA

P.E.D.S and CPR Certified through the American Academy of Pediatrics Valid 2013-2017

Professional Experience

Northeastern High School, Northeastern School District, Manchester, Pa August 2014-January 2015

LTS for Ceramics I course at Northeastern High School, grades Ninth throughTwelfth.

Completed new hire induction program through NESD, 2014-2015 school year.

Collaborated with department members on curriculum.

Provided instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in-class or on-line/distance

education activities, evaluation of students’ work, consultation with students outside of class and/or on-

line, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.

Maintained accurate class and other records required by the high school.

Submitted, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports.

Created lesson plans, which followed course outlines.

Conducted kiln firings and studio maintenance.

Observed, supported and enforced the regulations, policies and programs of the District and high school.

Assisted students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members’ area

of expertise.

Fostered an environment that protects academic freedom within the high school community.

Fostered a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.

Demonstrated a respect for the dignity of each individual.

Adapted lessons to accommodate student needs.

Carlisle Arts Learning Center, Carlisle, Pa July 2014

Lead Instructor of Ceramic Hand-Building Summer Class.

Taught one week ceramics course for students ages five to eleven.

Carlisle Area School District, Carlisle, Pa September 2013-Present

Substitute Teacher, Elementary through High School

Carried out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans left by the classroom teacher.

Created a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and

interests of the students.

Guided the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in

the lesson plans for the lessons, units, or projects assigned.

Employed instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting lesson objectives.

ChildTime S.A.C., Carlisle Area School District, Carlisle, Pa January 2013- November 2013

Teacher at a Before and After School Care Program, grades Kindergarten through Fifth.

Followed policies and procedures of ChildTime S.A.C. Program.

Knowledgeable of and adhered to state licensing regulations.

Met daily with assistant teacher or co-teachers to review plans for the following week.

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Maintain portfolios on assigned group of children throughout the school year making sure to include

teacher communication, anecdotal notes, work samples, pictures, etc.

Respected confidentiality of C.T.S.A.C. families and staff.

Attended continuing education trainings to complete required hours.

Kept accurate record of trainings and ADP time recording program.

Used pre-program time to plan both long and short range activities in accordance with curriculum

objectives, making sure to support developmentally appropriate practice as well as program goals.

Ensured a safe and healthy environment and complete daily tasks assigned.

Participated in regular cleaning of materials and classroom spaces and maintained classroom organization

and rotate materials on a regular basis.

Maintained daily, open communication with parents.

Clinical Experiences

Responsibilities:

Upheld professional manner

Exhibited promptness and punctuality in meeting one's responsibilities and obligations

Adhered to and sought out advice from cooperating educator and Kutztown supervisor on a regular and

routine basis

Composed and taught original, grade appropriate lessons, while meeting and upholding the school

district’s benchmarks and curriculum required standards.

Created a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and

interests of the students.

Placements:

Northwest Middle School, Reading School District, Reading, Pa Spring 2012

Student taught grades seventh and eighth.

Cornwall Terrace in the Wilson School District- Sinking Springs, Pa Spring 2012

Student taught grades kindergarten through fifth.

Kratzer Elementary, Parkland School District, Parkland, Pa Fall 2011

Student taught grades kindergarten through fifth.

Achievements at Kutztown

Material Development

Created Universally Designed lesson plans targeting objective goals of students with disabilities, to create

an engaging educational experience for all students in Kutztown University's Designing for Disabilities

course.

Curriculum Design

Designed, developed and implemented lesson plans, unit plans, and a year program.

ESL Literacy

Completed required courses in Multi-cultural and ELL instruction as well as Special Education courses.

Community Involvement

Volunteered as a face painter at Turkey Trot at the Carlisle Army War College, Carlisle, Pa- 2011

Volunteered as face painter for Special Olympics, Hershey, Pa- 2010.

Worked at YMCA day camp as an art teacher assistant, Carlisle, Pa- 2009.

Volunteered as camp counselor, Carlisle, Pa- 2005 and 2006.

Completed Career Exploratory Program in fifth grade classroom at Crestview Elementary, Carlisle, Pa-

2006.

Affiliations

Carlisle Arts Learning Center Membership, 2013-Current

National Art Education Association (NAEA), 2011-2013

Pennsylvania Art Education Association (PAEA), 2011-2013

Pennsylvania State Educators Association (PSEA), 2011-2013

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