Seema Shahzad
Educator (Visual Arts & STEM)
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About
A creative, team-oriented self-starter with a strong work ethic and an outgoing personality fit for providing excellent instruction in the fields of Visual Arts, Arts & Media, Science & Success and Early Discovery. A versatile worker with an ability to seamlessly adapt to changing environments. Served as head Visual Arts & Science and Success Instructor and Level II instructor for Appleby College during the nine-week Summer Camp programs from 2017 to 2026.
A welcoming, team-first approach to leadership balanced with an innate ability to lead as well as work well independently. Able to practice effective verbal and written communication fluently in multiple languages, including English, Urdu and Punjabi.
Experience
Visual Arts Instructor (Head Instructor/Level II, Summer Camp) at Appleby College (2017-01 – 2026-08) Served as lead Visual Arts Instructor for both JR (7-10 years) and SR (10-13 years) age groups.
- Introduced campers to a variety of artistic media and materials, instructing them on techniques to increase their proficiency with sketching pencils, crayons, markers, chalk and oil pastels, paint (acrylic, watercolours), clay, and more.
- Created weekly lesson plans which incorporated weekly themes overseeing the 9-week program.
- Oversaw Friday Art Showcase program, which allowed students to create with goals of exhibition for family and friends in mind.
Visual Arts
Instructor at Synergy Performing Arts Academy (2019-09 – 2024-09) Private Visual Arts lessons for students from all age groups.
- Experience with virtual instruction developed in response to COVID-19 pandemic.
Visual Arts
Instructor (Part-Time) at CanSTEM Education Private School (2018-01 – Present) Private Visual Arts lessons for students from all age groups.
- Experience with virtual instruction developed in response to COVID-19 pandemic.
Visual Arts
Instructor at Beaux Arts Gallery (2016-09 – 2017-04) Creating a specialized Visual Arts course curriculum for two age groups (4-7, 8-13) and classes for the fall semester.
- Teaching students exciting techniques (drawing, painting, sculpting, crafts, printmaking & mixed-media) to develop their cognitive skills through tactical Art-based learning.
Visual Arts
Instructor at Rowntree Montessori Schools (2004-03 – 2014-08) Teaching the core elements and principles of Visual Arts to students from pre-school to grade ten.
- Designing, revising and implementing a Visual Arts course curriculum for widespread implementation based on requirements outlined by the Ministry of Education.
- Experienced with knowledge and training under the Ministry of Education's 'Growing Success' policy.
- Prepared students for their Arts entrance exams.
- Lead stage design for school events as well as award-winning floats at the annual Santa Clause Parade, representing the school.
Visual Arts
Instructor at Saint Mary's Academy (2004-03) Developed Visual Arts as a separate subject for 10 years under Sister Eileen Ann Daffy and the esteemed London-styled General Certificate of Education (GCE) academic system (up to O Levels and A Levels). Program included visual arts, school magazines and elaborate stage design.
Customer
Service/Sales Associate at Curry's Artists' Materials (2002-07 – 2004-08) • Helped customers in selecting the appropriate product from the store using enthusiastic service.
- Worked closely with managers and supervisors to remain updated on sales goals as well as new Arts material and techniques.
Customer
Service/Sales Associate at Curry's Artists' Materials (2014-08 – 2016-02) • Helped customers in selecting the appropriate product from the store using enthusiastic service.
- Worked closely with managers and supervisors to remain updated on sales goals as well as new Arts material and techniques.
