MARTIN DULAK

50 Fox Road, Apt. 5A

Edison, NJ 08817
(732) 439 - 5936
DULAKMAR@GMAIL.COM
Artist & Art Educator Profile
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Objective
Seeking a teaching position where I can enhance the art program of the institution by implementing a cognitive and
experience driven approach to narrative development in conjunction with a hands on, exploratory approach to
artistic materials and techniques.
Education
Kean University, Union, NJ (2010)
Master of Arts in Arts Education (Cumulative GPA: 3.77)
The University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA (2003)
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Sculpture (Cumulative GPA: 2.88)
Certifications

New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing: Teacher of Art (K-12)

Professional Profile & Skills

Dedicated to enriching the cognitive, social, emotional, political and physical growth of students
through the use of visual art techniques which include experiential learning, dialogue based narrative
conception and hands on experimentation of the properties of artistic mediums and techniques.
Experience in the use and integration of technology as a resource in the classroom.
Experience teaching exceptional students with special needs, and how to differentiate instruction.
Tech Savvy: Proficiency with MS Office, Photoshop, digital editing, digital classroom applications
and tools
Experience
Instructional Assistant
Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School, Cliffwood, NJ

April 2014 - Present

Instructional Assistant
Language and Learning Disabilities Classroom
09/2016 - Present
Provided individual and group assistance to students using direct instruction and
learning centers to motivate and instill a passion and motivation for learning.
Created lesson plans and administered instruction under the supervision of
administration upon resignation of the primary teacher.
School turnkey for the ALEKS (Assessment and LEarning in Knowledge
Spaces) supplemental web based math curriculum by McGraw-Hill.
Working with resident social workers and behaviorists to effectively assess,
modify and implement behavioral contracts.

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Instructional Assistant
Life Skills and Cognitive Impairments Classroom
09/2014 - 06/2016
Taught social and culinary skills, including artistically decorating cookies, cakes
and other edible arrangements.
Developed students creative skills through arts based projects that reflected the
topics being taught in the classroom.
Assisted primary art teacher in modifying his general education lesson plans to
accommodate educational plans and skills of special needs students.
Led the students in arts based beautification projects within the school.

Instructional Assistant
Behavioral Disorder Classroom Resource
04/2014 - 06/2014
Assisted social workers and behaviorist in the creation, assessment, modification
and implementation of a behavior plan for a student with Oppositional Defiance Disorder.
Paraprofessional
Cliffwood Elementary School, Cliffwood, NJ
10/2013 - 04/2014
Assisted primary teacher in teaching language arts, mathematics and science using centers based
techniques in a Multiple Disabilities Classroom.
Learned the strengths and weaknesses of each student through hands on instruction, and
encouraged students through positive behavior modification techniques.
Substitute Teacher
Source4Teachers, Various Locations
01/2012 - 10/2013
Instruct core subjects to all grade levels in various districts.
Adhered to school standards and protocols while following teachers guidelines and expectations.
Followed lesson plans and supplemented with individual instruction on topics.
Employed a proactive approach to classroom management to maintain order and a peaceful
learning environment.
Volunteer & Community Work
Volunteer Art Specialist
Irvington Summer Enrichment Program, Union, NJ
07/2011
Guest instructed a lesson about Post-Impressionism to high risk urban students who have limited
access to art and cultural resources.
Tasked with creating a chalk pastel based upon a brief history lesson about Post-Impressionism,
specifically Vincent Van Goghs Starry Night.
Volunteer Art Instructor
The Campus School, Kean University, Union, NJ
01/2007 - 12/2007
Introduced exploratory based learning techniques to kindergarten aged children that
reinforced fine motor skills and imagery recognition.
Lessons consisted of craft techniques using clays, paints and craft materials; they included a
hands-on approach to using hand muscles to manipulate materials.
Scoutcraft Area Director
Joseph A. Citta Boy Scout Reservation, Barnegat, NJ
06/1998 - 08/1999
Developed a week long curriculum units relating to specific outdoor skills and oversaw the
implementation of the curriculum by a team of volunteer instructors.
Taught camp participants in physical, social and life skills.
Assisted in camp beautification projects by adapting design elements into both indoor and
outdoor displays.