Elizabeth Lempola

ART AND SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

218.252.1351

lempolael@mnstate.edu

1305 Queens Way #204,
West Fargo, ND 58078

Elizabethlempola.weebly.com

Education
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS
Art Education
Minor in Studio Art
Academic Behavioral
Specialist
Minnesota State University
Moorhead (MSUM)
Moorhead, MN
2011-2016
o

GPA 3.62; Deans List many

semesters, including Spring
2016

Working 20 hours a week

while being a full time
student

Active member of MSUM

community as well as
Fargo-Moorhead
Community

Student Teaching Experience

Art St ude nt Te ac he r, Moorhead High School, Moorhead, MN
Fa ll 201 6
Teach multiple sections of a fundamentals of basic art course in 90 minute blocks
to 32, and 36 students respectively
Teach an advanced sculpture course to a student enrollment of 29
Art St ude nt Te ac he r, Aurora Elementary School, West Fargo, ND
Fa ll 201 6
Organizing, teaching, and implementing a mix of art mediums curriculum in 30
minute sections to 1st-5th grade students
Traveling between two geographically separate schools, consistently observing
adaptability, punctuality, efficiency, and ability to effectively juggle multiple
commitments
Spe cia l E du cat ion Stu de nt Te ach e r, Davies High School, Fargo, ND
Sprin g 20 16

Emphasized applicability of global awareness, and critical thinking, collaboration,

communication, and creativity as invaluable 21st century life skills as they directly
relate to the high school experience

Acted upon teachable moments including those concerning world events and
impacts, local news, conversations about equality in regards to race, gender, and
the LGBTQ community
Responsive to managing the timing of lessons as it relates to student absenteeism,
or school interruptions such as fire drills and lockdowns as it impacts student
progress and engagement

Practica Experience
K- 5 th Gra de s, Madison Elementary School, Fargo, ND
Sprin g 20 16
Reintroduction of previously taught lesson plans to reinforce, reteach, or adapting my
own curriculum to facilitate meaningful learning
Worked with students closely in ability grouping processes to support social and
reference group dynamics
Observed a MTSS staff meeting gaining insights to identify, collaborate, and support
individuals unique learning styles and needs
Child t o Adult , Freedom Resource Center, Fargo, ND
Sprin g 20 15
Planned and implemented a drawing course for individuals with varying abilities,
interests, and ages.
7 th Gra de , Horizon Middle School, Moorhead, MN
Fa ll 201 4
Advised and clarified many questions about technique, application, and quality of work
Taught a refresher 3-D Lesson on clay boxes to reacclimate 7th grade students to a
previously introduced curriculum
6 th - 8 th Gra de s, Discovery Middle School, Fargo, ND
Fa ll 201 4
Honed teaching abilities to work with severe and multiple impaired students in
observing, reading, and applying learning through art, application of functional skills,
and teaching basic academics
Directly collaborated with paraprofessionals in classroom observation, scope of
responsibilities, and function of position in childs educational case management

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Practica Experience ( continued)

6 th - 8 th

6 th - 8 th

2 nd -4 th

Gra de s, West Central Regional Juvenile Center, Moorhead, MN

Sprin g 20 14
Facilitated reading lessons to a small group of 5 individuals.
Adapted lesson on site to cater curriculum to the individuals in attendance that day
Gra de s, Red River Area Learning Center, Moorhead, MN
Sprin g 20 13
Helped a middle school student develop, create and explain her presentation on Egyptian schools in conjunction with a fellow
MSUM student
Gra de s, Century Elementary School, Park Rapids, MN
Sprin g 20 12
Observed and assisted with prep work in a LD classroom

Related Experience
Se rvice Sup erv iso r, Hornbachers (Azool), Moorhead, MN

Direct experience with about 125 customers weekly in a fast paced environment
Improve problem solving skills by analyzing situations and communicating with other team members
Provide strong verbal communication skills by serving customers and lead a group of 25 staff members
Leadership and advanced management skills by supervising staff members, including staff who are in high school

Colle ge For K ids Ins truct or, MSUM, Moorhead, MN

Se pte m ber 20 15- Current

Su mm e r 201 5 & Su m m er 20 16

Taught therapeutic, digital, and traditional art applications to roughly 75 students, ages 6-17
Provided specialized adaptive art curriculum for students who are developmentally disabled, on the autism spectrum, or had a
traumatic brain injury
Immersed in a culturally rich, diverse socioeconomic with varying academic aptitudes requiring multiple adaptive learning
strategies
Well versed in classroom management strategies to support, motivate, and guide students including those with emotional and
behavioral disorders
Customized curriculum to motivate and inspire multiple age and ability levels.
Collaborated with fellow graduate student to customize co-teaching skills as it relates to group teaching

L ea d Tea ch e r, Early Explorers Child Care and Preschool, Moorhead, MN

April 2013 - August 20 15
Worked with parents and children alike to create a safe and nurturing environment through active listening, communicating,
lesson plans, and sharing details of the day.
Supported each childs unique needs and schedules by communicating with their family
Promoted wellness and health of all children by providing healthy food choices, practicing good hygiene, and observing rigorous
cleaning procedures
Ensured foods are safe and appropriate for the age of each child by being aware of allergy or dietary needs
Facilitated hands-on learning experiences through active engagement strategies like singing their A-B-Cs, sensory activates, and
art techniques.
Te a chers As sista nt, Park Rapids Community Education, Park Rapids, MN
Sprin g 20 10
Assisted an art program for second and third graders to be creative in absence of a school provided art class
Developed the skills of preparing lessons, setting out materials, and explaining the lesson when asked
Prompted students with creative ideas for different art works and demonstrated traditional drawing and painting techniques
Maintained a clean classroom by giving responsibility to students and modeling best practices to ensure a clean and safe learning
environment.

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Professional
Involvement


Na
August 20 14 - Current
tio na l Art Edu ca to rs As so ciat io n (NAEA)- MSUM Chapter

2015-2016
Chapter
President

Facilitated group recruitment, events, and volunteer opportunities

Mentored 1st and 2nd year group members on topics such
as MTLEs, class schedules and tips, and what expectations during
each year of the program
Counc il for Ex ce pt ional Childre n - Min ne so ta
Oct obe r 20 14- Current
Full Student Membership in Minnesotas largest advocacy group for Special Education Teachers
Provides resources, standards, current policies and laws, professional development, professional publications, and access to
a global community with topics of the SPED area.
Areas of interest:
Division for Research
Division for Autism and Developmental Disabilities
Division for Learning Disabilities
Division for Physical, Health, and Multiple Disabilities
Stu de nt Co un cil for E x cep tio na l Ch ildren (SCEC) MSU M Chap te r
Aug. 201 4- Ja n ua ry 2 016
Active volunteer in programming and events that support persons with disabilities in our local area
Fa rgo -Moo rhe a d Visu a l Artist s, (FMVA)
Ju ly 20 15 Ju ly 20 16
Contributed to local visual artist group by being in an art educators show, going on the annual studio crawl, and building
relationships with other artist in the area

Volunteer Experience

Volunte ere d Hea d Sta rt Pres chool- West Fargo, ND
Engaged and assisted with twelve 2 year olds who qualify for free child care
Tut ore d a St ude nt with Autism , Moorhead, MN
Tutored 1 high school student with Autism to help support his creative abilities
NAE A Art Nigh t wit h Ch ildre n from t he Ho m eles s Sh elte r, Mo o rhe ad, M N

Fa ll 201 5
Februa ry De ce m be r 20 15

Fa ll 201 4

Art Exhibitions
Minne so ta Sta te Unive rsity Mo orh e ad (M SUM), M oorhea d, MN
Bachelor of Fine Arts Student Art Exhibition
Februa ry 2 9 th - Ma rch 23 rd , 20 16
Student Juried Show
Februa ry 8 - 26 th , 20 16
New York Exhibition
Se pte m ber 20 13
Art Coursework completed in New York, NY and exhibition was held in Moorhead, MN
Plains Art M us eum
FMVA Art Educators Exhibition
Sprin g 20 15

Computer Skills

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Prezi, Google Drive / Documents, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Smart Board Technology