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LeeAnne Fong

Hilton,WA

Summary

I am a creative visual art teacher with several years of experience instructing students on drawing, painting, design and fostering creativity and collaboration. Successfully implemented engaging art programs that enhanced student confidence and artistic skills.

Strengths include adaptability and clear communication skills. Passionate about nurturing young talent and creating a supportive environment, building strong relationships with families and colleagues.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Art Teacher (Casual)

Frida's Sip and Paint
Fremantle, WA
03.2024 - Current
  • Delivered step-by-step painting instruction to individuals of diverse ages and abilities.
  • Provided clear guidance and demonstrations to enhance learning experiences.
  • Facilitated individual support as needed to ensure participant success.
  • Collaborated with team members to create engaging class environments.
  • Organised events including hen parties, birthdays, date nights, family days, and children's sessions.
  • Coordinated end-of-session clean-up and prepared for following classes.

Art Teacher/Classroom Teacher

Safety Bay Primary School
Safety Bay, WA
02.2011 - Current
  • Cultivated a supportive learning environment to encourage student artistic development and knowledge.
  • Assessed student artwork and provided constructive feedback to encourage growth and development.
  • Leader of the art committee.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to establish a whole-school art scope and sequence to enrich students' art experiences, and also to help other teachers who were not confident in teaching art.
  • Collaborated with parents to help in the art room by setting up a parent roster.
  • Developed and led a variety of hands-on projects in painting, sculpture, charcoal, pastels, water color and collage to help build students' creative skills.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of art education standards and new teaching methodologies.

Classroom Teacher

Derby District Highschool
Derby, WA
01.2010 - 12.2010
  • Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
  • Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
  • Prepared, administered and graded daily work and tests to evaluate student's progress.
  • Established positive relationships with students to foster an environment of respect and trust.
  • Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to improve teaching skills and knowledge.
  • Encouraged and supported students in setting and achieving personal and academic goals.

Art Teacher/Classroom Teacher's Aide

Warburton District High School
Warburton WA
01.2007 - 12.2010
  • Implemented an art program from years 1-10.
  • Led hands-on projects in painting, sculpture, charcoal, pastels, and focused on drawing skills, enhancing students' creativity and confidence.
  • Instructed students on proper safety procedures when using various tools or materials.
  • Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
  • Instructed students on proper care and use of art tools and equipment.
  • Developed strong working relationships.Two-way learning: I learned about the students' culture and met their families, and in return, they learned from me, building relationships of trust.
  • Planned special events such as art shows to showcase student work.

Graphic Designer

Several Advertising agencies (Clemenger, Hulme Dickson Springham Design, Koru Advertising)
Perth City, WA
01.1998 - 11.2006
  • Designed print materials such as brochures, flyers, company logos, product illustrations, and posters for marketing campaigns.
  • Fostered relationships with retail clients through effective communication, negotiation and collaboration.
  • Oversaw the production process, including selecting paper, inks, and finishes for print materials.
  • Reviewed final layouts and mock-ups with clients, making improvements and suggestions as needed.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in graphic design technologies.
  • Worked collaboratively with the creative team.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Primary School Teaching

Edith Cowan Mount Lawley
Mount Lawley, WA
12-2006

College - Graphic Design/Illustration

Ricks College
Idaho, USA
12-1995

Graduate Certificate - Graphic Design/Illustration

Western Australian School of Art And Design
Perth, WA
12-1993

Skills

  • Passionate about teaching art
  • Clear instruction and demonstration
  • Enjoy working with children
  • Effective communication
  • Patient, kind and hardworking
  • Collaboration, team building skills
  • Classroom management
  • Safety procedures

Affiliations

  • Paint and sell my own artwork
  • Facilitate community art and craft classes (volunteer)
  • Swimming
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Reading
  • Gardening
  • Live music/concerts
  • traveling

Accomplishments

  • Two-year scholarship to America
  • Organised a community art and craft group, bringing local talent together, and fostering inclusion and enjoyment through creativity
  • Held a successful solo art exhibition

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Art Teacher (Casual)

Frida's Sip and Paint
03.2024 - Current

Art Teacher/Classroom Teacher

Safety Bay Primary School
02.2011 - Current

Classroom Teacher

Derby District Highschool
01.2010 - 12.2010

Art Teacher/Classroom Teacher's Aide

Warburton District High School
01.2007 - 12.2010

Graphic Designer

Several Advertising agencies (Clemenger, Hulme Dickson Springham Design, Koru Advertising)
01.1998 - 11.2006

Bachelor of Arts - Primary School Teaching

Edith Cowan Mount Lawley

College - Graphic Design/Illustration

Ricks College

Graduate Certificate - Graphic Design/Illustration

Western Australian School of Art And Design

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