George Johnson
Chicago
Summary
Innovative educator and artist dedicated to enhancing student learning through tailored curriculum and mentorship. Experienced in developing engaging art programs for diverse groups, fostering creativity and participation. Strong organizational skills and collaborative leadership contribute to successful educational and community initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Fellowship
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
08.2025 - 05.2026
- Delivered interactive lectures in Comics 101, fostering student engagement and understanding
- Developed syllabus and curriculum for Comics 101 to align with educational objectives
- Taught Comics 101 to undergraduate students
- Evaluated and critiqued student work, providing constructive feedback to enhance learning
Teaching Assistant
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Advised and mentored students across multiple levels in a drawing class, enhancing their artistic skills and confidence.
- Mentored freshmen, fostering understanding of diverse material conceptual approaches.
- Completed two semesters in the painting and drawing department
- Completed one semester in the contemporary practice department
Student Ambassador/Tour Guide
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Led campus tours for prospective MFA students, providing insights on facilities, programs, and faculty to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Facilitated campus tours showcasing facilities and student work.
- Assisted prospective students with application processes and campus information.
- Attended various events to promote the school and engage with potential students.
- Coordinated scheduling and planning for events, demonstrating communication skills, teamwork, and reliability in supporting departmental objectives.
Art Specialist
Adapt Community Network
NYC
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Created and implemented engaging art programs tailored for diverse community groups, fostering creativity and participation.
- Developed curriculum and managed studio operations, including planning, budgeting, and scheduling to enhance program effectiveness.
- Taught art history, painting, collage, comics and design classes to clients at multiple sites.
- Streamlined management of materials and resources for art projects, ensuring timely availability and optimal use.
Homeless Outreach
RHD
NYC
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Delivered compassionate support and essential resources to individuals experiencing homelessness, fostering trust and connection.
- Engaged in outreach initiatives to provide information about available services.
- Participated in outreach initiatives aimed at providing information about available services.
Art Instructor
92nd St Y
NYC
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed engaging art lesson plans for diverse age groups and skill levels.
- Facilitated hands-on art workshops to enhance creativity and self-expression.
- Guided students in exploring various artistic techniques and mediums.
- Taught art classes to students from pre-k to high school, fostering creativity and artistic skills.
- Developed curriculum, maintained studio, ordered supplies, and coordinated projects.
Education
MFA - Painting
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2025
BFA -
School of Visual Arts
NYC, NY05-2022
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Student assessment
- Curriculum development
- Curriculum enrichment
- Educational workshops
- Student engagement
- Art education
- Learning management
- Digital content creation
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace tools
- Salesforce CRM
- Project management
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Creative problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Student mentorship
- Marketing strategies
- Creative problem solving
- Team collaboration
Skills And Activities
Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, Canva, Salesforce, SlideRoom, PeopleSoft, Google Workspace, Self-starter with exceptional organizational skills and keen attention to detail, consistently maintaining efficiency and accuracy in all tasks., Successfully planned and executed three DIY art shows, overseeing all aspects from artist management to artwork installation and marketing.
Accomplishments
- Graduated with honors from School of Visual Arts
- Graduate work chosen for display at
Timeline
Teaching Fellowship
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
08.2025 - 05.2026
Teaching Assistant
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
08.2023 - 05.2025
Student Ambassador/Tour Guide
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
08.2023 - 05.2025
Art Specialist
Adapt Community Network
11.2022 - 06.2023
Homeless Outreach
RHD
07.2022 - 11.2022
Art Instructor
92nd St Y
06.2022 - 08.2022
MFA - Painting
School of the Art Institute of Chicago
BFA -
School of Visual Arts