VICTORIA SHEK
Chappaqua, New York · 1-617-***-**** · ********.****@*****.*** · https://www.artstation.com/vshek
TEACHING CERTIFICATION
New York State Initial Certification, K-12
EDUCATION
New York University, Steinhardt, New York, New York SEPTEMBER 2019 - CURRENT
Master in Art+Education
Coursework included classes on the theory of pedagogy; racism; drug, alcohol ed/child abuse; and inquiries into teaching.
Ringling College of Art and Design, Sarasota, Florida AUGUST 2012 - MAY 2017
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration
Coursework included multiple drawing, painting, children’s books, and illustration classes. Minored in business and creative writing. Additional coursework in computer animation, storyboarding, history of illustration, history of animation, Italian Renaissance art history.
EXPERIENCE
Visionary Studio: The Art of Appropriation, New York, NY APRIL 2020 - JUNE 2020
Teacher for Grades 9 - 12
Designed and implemented a curriculum based around theme of appropriation in artwork and culture
Taught classes, moderated discussions, as well as provide guidance on art-making over Zoom calls with students
Organized with partner on how to set up the online gallery for the class
The Clinton School, New York, NY JANUARY 2020 - JUNE 2020
Student Teacher for Grades 8 - 11
Developed drawing units to improve students' skill with observation and visualization
Collaborated with co-teacher to enhance student learning and classroom experience both synchronously in the classroom and asynchronously during remote learning
Monitored and encouraged students to respect classroom agreements and equipment
Assessed students’ artwork and graded them according to project standards
Nest+M, New York, NY OCTOBER 2019 - JANUARY 2020
Student Teacher for Grades K-5
Designed and implemented art lessons; developed month-long unit on self-identity
Collaborated with co-teacher to improve student learning
Prepared art supplies to be handled everyday, as well as making sure equipment was safe and clean for use
Hung up artwork to be displayed at a comfortable height for both adults and children to view in the halls
Northern Westchester Chinese School, Briarcliff Manor, NY SEPTEMBER 2018 - JUNE 2019
Pre-K Teacher and Art Teacher for Grades 4-6
Introduced children ages 3-5 to Chinese terms and concepts to strengthen their vocabulary and communication
Coordinated with co-teacher on lesson plans and classroom set-up to improve student learning
Worked individually and in small groups with students to improve phonological awareness and fluency
Developed and implemented art lessons for children ages 8 and up to learn different drawing and painting techniques
Self-Employed, Chappaqua, NY APRIL 2018 - JUNE 2019
Art Tutor
Advanced children’s and teens’ skills through demonstrations and critiques
Worked individually and in small groups on how to draw and paint in traditional art mediums, helping students foster creativity and cultivate observational skills from the comfort of their homes
Community Bible Church, Ossining, NY AUGUST 2013 - AUGUST 2017
Summer Camp Arts and Crafts Instructor
Developed lesson plan and materials for each class
Demonstrated how to craft art projects to coed groups of children from ages 5 - 12
SKILLS AND INTERESTS
Extensive background in working with different mediums in visual arts, including painting, sculpting, and carving. Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator. PowerPoint, Microsoft Word. Speaks fluent Cantonese and conversational Mandarin.