Andy Matthews
PreK-12 Art Educator and Visual Artist
614-284-1968
PROFILE
Passionate. Empathetic. Fun! I am a PreK-12 educator committed to creating a safe and positive classroom environment in which students can learn and explore. I combine extensive art knowledge with contemporary interests, pop culture, and tools to create a fun and engaging space in which students feel encouraged to incorporate their interests and identities into their art.
EDUCATION
MAT in PreK-12 Art Education, 2024 — Frostburg State University, Frostburg, MD
Maryland Certification in PreK-12 Art Education
BFA in Art and Design, 2023 — Frostburg State University, Frostburg, MD
Dual focus in Illustration and Sculpture
Minor in Art History
AA in Visual Art, 2020 — Hagerstown Community College, Hagerstown, MD
AWARDS
MSDE Teacher of Promise, 2024
Representing Frostburg State University
RELEVANT TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Art Teacher, Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, Hagerstown, MD — 2023 to Current
Develop curriculum and provide art-based instruction to middle and high school aged students in exploration based art classes. Students experiment with and create artworks through a variety of materials and study various historical artworks and art movements.
Student-Teacher, Middletown Middle School, Middletown, MD — 01/2024 to 05/2024
Designed and implemented an interdisciplinary art curriculum with dynamic lesson plans by utilizing a variety of teaching methods including lecture, hands-on activities, and multimedia materials to engage students with historical and contemporary art.
Student-Teacher, Williamsport Elementary, Hagerstown, MD — 08/2023 to 11/2023
Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate art lessons for grades PreK-5 with a focus on exploration and self- expression using a variety of storytelling, art history, and multicultural perspectives to engage students in art.
Teaching Assistant, Frostburg State University, Frostburg, MD — 08/2022 to 12/2022
Mentored freshman students in a university-specific orientation class. Supported and guided students in navigating freshman year academic requirements and campus life.
Art Lab Aide, Hagerstown Community College, Hagerstown, MD — 01/2020 to 05/2020
Directly supervised and provided art-based instruction to students in usage of lab tools and artistic processes. Additionally was responsible for keeping art labs and storage facilities clean, organized, and secured.
SKILLS
Effective Time-Management
Extensive Art History Knowledge
Traditional and Digital Art Background
Apple Software Proficiency
Google Suite Proficiency
Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency
Effective Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Strong Understanding of Child and Adolescent Development
Patient and Empathetic
ARTISTIC AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Graphic Design and Digital Art
Traditional Painting
Sculpture
Mixed Media
Mural Work
Textiles/Fiber Arts
Jewelry Making
Traditional Drawing
Installations