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Ellen Mey
247 Albany St, Ferndale, MI 48220
Phone: 810-650-9832 E-Mail: [email protected]
www.eisforellen.com
Experience
University Prep Science and Math High School, Teacher
September 2013 – Present
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Digital Media and Design teacher for freshman and sophomores, and 11th grade advisor. Started an
after school animation club.
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Redesigned the technology curriculum to integrate art and design, including video production, app
design, and web design.
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Assisted with senior activities by creating a video for the Senior Luncheon and a slideshow for
graduation.
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Attended weekly staff meetings and professional development, performance reviews, and parent
teacher conferences.
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Integrated and taught STEAM curriculum to students ages 10-15 during the Summer Sailing Program
in partnership with the Detroit Yacht Club.
Southfield Regional Academic Campus, Student Teacher
March 2013 – May 2013
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Taught alternative high school students in an urban environment using real world and community
based projects to engage them.
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Collaborated with artist Tony Hong and his students in California to create murals in both schools
using graffiti stencils and spray paint.
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Attended bi-weekly staff meetings, monthly performance reviews, and parent teacher conferences.
Riley Upper Elementary, Student Teacher
January 2013 – March 2013
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Taught 5th and 6th grade students two-dimensional and three-dimensional projects incorporating the
elements and principles of art.
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Adapted and modified instruction for both mainstreamed students and students in self-contained
classrooms.
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Attended weekly staff meetings, professional development sessions, and district wide art educator
meetings.
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Selected student work and mounted it for display at the school board office and the local senator’s
office.
Wing Lake School, Student Observation
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Observed and delivered an art lesson to students with severe cognitive impairments and severe
multiple impairments.
Eton Academy, Student Assistant
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November 2012 – December 2012
September 2012 – December 2012
Observed and assisted 1st-12th grade art classes of students with varying degrees of learning
challenges in the art room.
Troy Gymnastics, Coach
May 2012 – Present
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Trampoline and Tumbling team coach, working with athletes ranging from 6 years to 16 years of
age.
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Coached summer camp, leading children through a full day of activities including gymnastics
games and crafts.
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Report to parents on their child’s progress and behavior, while working with parents and other
coaches to ensure the best experience possible for each student.
Emerald City Films, Production Secretary
March 2011 – September 2011
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Responsible for assigning tasks to assistants, taking into account the daily needs of the office and
crew.
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Managed all shipping and handled all office supply orders through multiple vendors.
Education
College for Creative Studies
September 2007 – May 2010, January 2012 – May 2013
K-12 Visual Arts Education Certification earned May 2013. Graduated with a BFA in Entertainment Arts
with a focus in documentary filmmaking in May 2010. Completed coursework in drawing, 2D and 3D
design, metalwork, ceramics, photography, filmmaking, animation, and art education.
York University
September 2006 – April 2007
Completed course work in a Film Production program. Participated in a multicultural housing project
called Global House.
Volunteerism
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Developed participatory experiences for Pewabic Pottery visitors.
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Assisted local art teachers in the classroom, working with children on complicated projects and
helping to prep and organize materials.
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Volunteered as tour guide and curatorial assistant at Port Huron Museum and Fort Gratiot
Lighthouse.
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Assisted guests and vendors at the DIY Street Fair in Ferndale, MI.
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Performed violin at numerous nursing homes, Festival of Trees, and Council on Aging.
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Assisted with setup and guest services at Train Festival in Owosso, MI.
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Participated in community art projects such as Styling Pilings and Styling Portraits.