Alison Lucas

38 Virginia Road, Tyngsboro, MA 01879
(978) 387-5783 • alisonlucasart@gmail.com

Passionate art educator with six years of experience in public schools. Experienced in teaching dynamic, culturally responsive curriculum to 300 students weekly, focused on independent thinking, self-expression and creation. 

CERTIFICATION 
Massachusetts Initial License - Visual Arts PreK-8  
June 2021

EDUCATION

Lesley University, Cambridge, MA - M.Ed. in Visual Arts (PreK-8)
September 2019 - May 2021
Massachusetts College of Art & Design, Boston, MA - Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting
September 2002 - May 2006; Graduation with Honors and Distinction; Faculty Award Recipient 2006

EXPERIENCE

Cunniff Elementary School, Watertown, MA - Art Teacher
September 2016 - February 2022

• Developed standards-based visual art curriculum, working closely with colleagues to align objectives.

• Created and differentiated lessons according to student needs and assessments.

• Communicated with families, administrators, and counselors to resolve student behavioral concerns.

• Developed and edited instructional videos for use as additional resources in remote teaching.

• Showcased student artwork in displays and online platforms; coordinated district-wide annual art exhibition.

Tyngsborough Elementary School, Tyngsborough, MA - Student Teacher
January 2020 - May 2020

• Assisted art teacher with lesson planning and material preparation for grades K-5.

• Supported students individually and in small groups with assigned and choice-based projects.  

Vinson-Owen Elementary School, Winchester, MA - Instructional Support Staff
October 2015 - June 2016

• Facilitated student learning in grades K-5 as a building based substitute teacher. 

• Utilized various classroom routines and management tools in accordance with teacher’s instruction.

A Place to Grow, Arlington, MA - Lead After School Teacher
August 2013 - June 2016

• Managed classroom of 26 students and two assistant teachers.

• Maintained “Artist of the Week”, featuring work in newsletters and displays.

• Established an Art Club for grades K-5 highlighting diverse artists and techniques. 

KEY SKILLS

• Active listening • Providing safe, student-centered classroom 

• Fostering social-emotional learning

• Positive attitude • Collaborating with colleagues