Garrett Luczak
With a lifelong talent in art and an interest in all artistic mediums, my career goal is to work with students as they discover, develop and apply their own talents and techniques for expression. I offer the ability to create vibrant, perspective-changing experiences for students. Excellent communication skills are combined with critical problem solving skills, program development and group facilitation. Computer skills include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PhotoShop and Infinite Campus. Technical skills include printmaking, wood shop tools/machines, video editing, ceramics, painting, jewelry making.
Education
BS in Art (Major: Art Education and Lithography) at Illinois State University, Dec 2012, GPA: 3.81/4.0, Magna Cum Laude
Graduate Studies at Illinois State University, 2014, Technology for Public Schools.Teaching in the Digital Art Studio
Certification: Special K-12, Type 10
Student Leadership
Teacher, Optical Art Classes at University High School, April 2011
Teacher, Saturday Art Classes for grade school students, Sept-Oct 2011
Member, National Art Education Association, 2010-present
(Executive Board Member of Illinois State University Student Chapter 2011)
Member, Illinois Art Education Association, 2010-present
Experience
Art Teacher Grove, Hough, Roslyn, Rose, & Countryside Elementary School, Barrington IL 2014-Current
Created an ambitious and challenging curriculum for elementary and middle school students attending summer school at Grove and Rose Elementary School programs as well as during the regular school year at Countryside, Roslyn, and Hough Elementary Schools.
Introduced clay pot making, screen printing, plaster, as well as drawing and painting.
Maintain a classroom environment of consistency, respect and accountability for all students.
Substitute Teacher District 54 / District 211, Schaumburg IL 2013-2015
Substitute teaching in a wide range classroom environments and subjects from grades K-12.
Continue to develop my skills and gain experience with special needs students.
Student Teacher Schaumburg High School, Schaumburg, IL Winter, 2012
Developed projects for, and taught painting and drawing classes; created engaging lessons and projects that supplemented the regular teacher’s curriculum.
Worked closely with the ‘Mural Club’, an after-school program where students create visually engaging, large-scope art concepts for designated areas in the school.
Document progress and compile teaching reports utilizing MS Word and Excel and online tools.
Student Teacher Link Elementary School, Elk Grove, IL Fall, 2012
Developed and taught basic art (painting, drawing) for 1st grade to 6th grade classes.
Because of room constraints, worked with teacher to develop ‘Art on a Cart’ concept; brought as many art tools and materials on a push cart, and moved around to various classrooms. The limited space required a modification of planned projects and daily creative thinking.
Conceptualized an ‘Identity Project’, using my own album collection as inspiration. The students were challenged to create their own record album, based on the identity they want to project to the world.
Teacher at Workshops/Conferences
Heart of Illinois Conference Art Festival (05/12)
Oakland Elementary ELL Student one-day workshops (05/12)
Colene Hoose elementary students with disabilities art workshops (02/12 & 03/12)
The Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal, Friday Art Experience (2011-12)
Awards
Best in Show, Me So Sad (3 color lithograph/watercolor), Art Education Coffeehouse Art Show, Normal, IL
Online art portfolio is available at: www.garrettluczak.com
With a lifelong talent in art and an interest in all artistic mediums, my career goal is to work with students as they discover, develop and apply their own talents and techniques for expression. I offer the ability to create vibrant, perspective-changing experiences for students. Excellent communication skills are combined with critical problem solving skills, program development and group facilitation. Computer skills include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PhotoShop and Infinite Campus. Technical skills include printmaking, wood shop tools/machines, video editing, ceramics, painting, jewelry making.
Education
BS in Art (Major: Art Education and Lithography) at Illinois State University, Dec 2012, GPA: 3.81/4.0, Magna Cum Laude
Graduate Studies at Illinois State University, 2014, Technology for Public Schools.Teaching in the Digital Art Studio
Certification: Special K-12, Type 10
Student Leadership
Teacher, Optical Art Classes at University High School, April 2011
Teacher, Saturday Art Classes for grade school students, Sept-Oct 2011
Member, National Art Education Association, 2010-present
(Executive Board Member of Illinois State University Student Chapter 2011)
Member, Illinois Art Education Association, 2010-present
Experience
Art Teacher Grove, Hough, Roslyn, Rose, & Countryside Elementary School, Barrington IL 2014-Current
Created an ambitious and challenging curriculum for elementary and middle school students attending summer school at Grove and Rose Elementary School programs as well as during the regular school year at Countryside, Roslyn, and Hough Elementary Schools.
Introduced clay pot making, screen printing, plaster, as well as drawing and painting.
Maintain a classroom environment of consistency, respect and accountability for all students.
Substitute Teacher District 54 / District 211, Schaumburg IL 2013-2015
Substitute teaching in a wide range classroom environments and subjects from grades K-12.
Continue to develop my skills and gain experience with special needs students.
Student Teacher Schaumburg High School, Schaumburg, IL Winter, 2012
Developed projects for, and taught painting and drawing classes; created engaging lessons and projects that supplemented the regular teacher’s curriculum.
Worked closely with the ‘Mural Club’, an after-school program where students create visually engaging, large-scope art concepts for designated areas in the school.
Document progress and compile teaching reports utilizing MS Word and Excel and online tools.
Student Teacher Link Elementary School, Elk Grove, IL Fall, 2012
Developed and taught basic art (painting, drawing) for 1st grade to 6th grade classes.
Because of room constraints, worked with teacher to develop ‘Art on a Cart’ concept; brought as many art tools and materials on a push cart, and moved around to various classrooms. The limited space required a modification of planned projects and daily creative thinking.
Conceptualized an ‘Identity Project’, using my own album collection as inspiration. The students were challenged to create their own record album, based on the identity they want to project to the world.
Teacher at Workshops/Conferences
Heart of Illinois Conference Art Festival (05/12)
Oakland Elementary ELL Student one-day workshops (05/12)
Colene Hoose elementary students with disabilities art workshops (02/12 & 03/12)
The Boys and Girls Club of Bloomington-Normal, Friday Art Experience (2011-12)
Awards
Best in Show, Me So Sad (3 color lithograph/watercolor), Art Education Coffeehouse Art Show, Normal, IL
Online art portfolio is available at: www.garrettluczak.com
