James Cassara
Asheville
Summary
Innovative educator with extensive experience in art instruction and teacher training. Skilled in adapting teaching methods to diverse learning needs while fostering teamwork and creativity. Committed to empowering students and educators through effective communication and engaging activities.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Retired-teaching part time
Asheville
09.1982 - Current
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art concepts such as perspective, color theory, drawing, painting and sculpting.
- Organized and coordinated hands-on artistic activities to encourage active participation, involvement and team work.
- Created engaging activities for students to explore their creativity through art projects.
- Instructed students on proper care and use of art tools and equipment.
- Provided individual instruction and feedback on student's work.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Teacher Trainer
North Carolina Teacher Academy
Raleigh
06.1992 - 09.2009
- Facilitated workshops on effective instructional strategies for teachers across diverse learning environments.
- Coordinated mentorship programs connecting experienced educators with new teachers for professional growth.
- Help write and edit teacher training manuals.
- Worked with individual educators and whole schools.
- Collaborated with educational stakeholders to design initiatives promoting innovative teaching methodologies.
Education
Master of Arts - Humanities
UNC Asheville
Asheville, NC05-1992
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education And Fine Arts
UNC Asheville
Asheville NC 06-1982
Associate of Arts - Art Education
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL06-1978
Skills
- lesson planning
- student assessment
- classroom management
- art instruction
- teacher training
- workshop facilitation
- collaborative teaching
- team building
- Class instruction
- Goal setting
Certification
North Carolina K-12 Certification in Art Education Nationally Board Certified in Early to Middle School Childhood Art Education
Timeline
Teacher Trainer
North Carolina Teacher Academy
06.1992 - 09.2009
Educator
Retired-teaching part time
09.1982 - Current
Master of Arts - Humanities
UNC Asheville
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education And Fine Arts
UNC Asheville
Associate of Arts - Art Education
Miami Dade College