Laura Antonelli

Designed and initiated pre-college curriculum for York's College Now Courses in the visual arts at CTEA High School. Created and delivered lectures, discussions, and multimedia presentations to enhance student engagement and critical thinking. Developed syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with departmental standards and CUNY learning outcomes.

Adjunct Professor - College Now, York College - CTEA, Ozone Park, N.Y.

(2014-09)

• Designed and initiated pre-college curriculum for York's College Now Courses in the visual arts at CTEA High School.
• Created and delivered lectures, discussions, and multimedia presentations to enhance student engagement and critical thinking.
• Developed syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with departmental standards and CUNY learning outcomes.
• Instructed fine art courses in painting and color emphasizing creative problem-solving, technical skill, and conceptual development.
• Courses: FA264: Painting 1, FA151: Color, FA104 & FA106: Art History Caves and Cathedrals/ Cathedrals to Contemporary:

Studio Art Instructor, AP Art Instructor - Department of Education of the City of New York - CTEA, Ozone Park, N.Y.

(2012-06)

• Provide an introduction to the fundamentals of art and design. Specialized instruction in areas such as drawing, painting, and sculpture.
• Designed and initiated curriculum for Studio Art and Art History in grades 10th and 11th. Responsibilities and duties included: Surveying students and parents, organizing and distributing materials, organizing art rooms, ordering supplies and materials, portfolio reviews, art displays, executing end of year art show and mentoring teaches.
• Designed and initiated curriculum for AP 2D Art & Design. Developed and implemented rigorous, college-level curriculum aligned with College Board's AP 2D Art and Design framework, emphasizing inquiry-based artmaking, conceptual development, and sustained investigation.
• Facilitated individualized feedback and portfolio reviews that lead to successful AP submissions and college admissions.

Art Director - Independent Lake Camp - Thompson P.A.

(2012-07 - 2012-09)

• Directed 20 instructors in the areas of: ceramics, stained glass, sculpture, drawing, painting, candle making, fashion design, etc. Managed and evaluated all staff members in the area of visual art. Mentored instructors in classroom management and oversaw the implementation of 24 areas of study.

Masters of Art in Education - Art Education - Adelphi University (2010)

Bachelor of Fine Art - Fine Art - Adelphi University (2006)