Sara R. Martinez
Objective
Emerging art educator seeking to instill confidence and invest empathy in young learners through the development of artistic capabilities, creative thinking, diverse cultural knowledge, and interdependence within the artistic learning community.
Education
University of New Mexico Albuquerque, NM
Bachelor of Arts – Art Education December, 2018
Central New Mexico Community College Albuquerque, NM
Associate of Fine Arts – Studio Concentration December, 2015
Associate of Arts – Liberal Arts
Certification
New Mexico K-12 Art Education (Pending)
Teaching & Relevant Experience
North Valley Academy – State Charter School,
Los Ranchos De Albuquerque, NM August – December 2018
Student Teacher
- Independently taught 11 classes grades K-3 and 6-8 under the supervision of a cooperating teacher for an eighteen-week semester
- Developed and taught an age appropriate multi-cultural based curriculum focused on non-western art utilizing a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, collage, mixed media, printmaking, embroidery, embossing and clay
- Participated in all aspects of teaching responsibilities including classroom preparation, curriculum and lesson plan development, instruction, grading, documenting student work, attending faculty, professional development, and professional learning community meetings, contacting parents, and morning drop-off and recess duties
Manzano High School
Albuquerque Public Schools, Albuquerque, NM August – December, 2017
Student Teacher
- Independently taught three sections of Art I for grades 9-12 under the supervision of a mentor teacher for eighteen weeks
- Developed and taught age appropriate lesson plans in a variety of media including drawing, painting, collage, papier mache, mixed media, and ceramics
- Participated in all aspects of teaching responsibilities including classroom preparation, grading, attending faculty and department meetings, attending student behavioral and IEP meetings, contacting parents, professional development collaboration, and attendance committee
Sandia High School
Albuquerque Public Schools, Albuquerque, NM March – April, 2017
Secondary Art Education Practicum
- Created and taught an original, collaborative, age appropriate ceramic lesson to introductory and advanced level ceramic students, grades 9-12
- Worked individually with students to answer questions, execute ideas, and solve a variety of student-generated art tasks
- Facilitated student-led art discussions and in-progress class critiques
La Mesa Elementary School
Albuquerque Public Schools, Albuquerque, NM August – December, 2016
Elementary Art Education Practicum
- Co-taught second grade students in a K-5 after school visual arts program
- Independently taught a class of first grade students a variety of prepared age-appropriate art lessons including paper bag puppet making, wax-resist watercolor painting, and Styrofoam board expressive portrait printmaking
- Created and taught an original age-appropriate mixed media collage lesson plan
- Assisted with the preparation, setup, and distribution of art materials
- Demonstrated art techniques in one-on-one and group settings
- Worked individually with students to answer questions, execute ideas, and solve a variety of student-generated art tasks
- Collaborated with other student teachers to coordinate a program-wide, end of the semester student art show
Albuquerque Exotic Woods August – December 2013
Albuquerque, NM
Gallery Director
- Set up and negotiated the terms of gallery guild membership with a group of associated woodworkers
- Researched and contacted local woodworking artists to be featured in gallery space
- Curated and created labeling system for artist submissions
- Organized and installed gallery works into aesthetically engaging displays
- Filed and managed all associated gallery sales reports, membership paperwork, and inventory records
Mayor’s Art Institute, Harwood Art Center June – August 2013
Albuquerque, NM
Apprentice Artist
- Collaborated with other apprentice artists to research, design, and create an applicable design for a site specific public mosaic installation
- Planned, cut, carved, glazed, fired, and installed/cemented mosaic tiles
- Participated in public Grand Opening of “Once Upon a Storytime” at Juan Tabo Library
Albuquerque Museum June – August, 2011; June – July, 2013
Albuquerque, NM
Teaching Assistant
- Cooperated with museum staff and experienced art educators to teach four sections of Summer Art Museum School programs
- Assisted with the preparation, setup, and distribution of art materials
- Worked individually with elementary aged, adolescent, and adult students to answer questions, execute ideas, and solve a variety of student-generated art tasks
Honors, Awards, and Exhibitions
Dean’s List – University of New Mexico
FoodGore Pop-Up – Local Artist Exhibition and 7 Course Dessert Tasting, 2016
FoodGore Presents Absurditeas – Independent Art Show, 2015
Heart Gallery of New Mexico – Silent Auction, 2013
Once Upon A Storytime – Public Art Installation, 2013
APS Metro Youth Art Exhibit – First, Second, and Fourth place, Honorable Mention, and Student’s Choice Award: Ceramic Sculpture, 2013; Honorable Mention: Functional Ceramics, 2012; Honorable Mention: Drawing, 2011; Juried Entry, 2010
Albuquerque Museum – Lead With the Arts Student Exhibition, 2011 & 2012
Nob Hill Gallery – Student Exhibition, 2010
Masley Gallery – Student Exhibition, 2009
Professional Development and Volunteer Experience
2018 NMAEA Conferencence Volunteer and Attendee
Active member of National Art Education Association and Association of American Educators
Albuquerque Museum – Artist in Residence Volunteer Assistant, 2015
Palo Duro Senior Center Visiting Artist Series – Featured Artist, 2011