RONNE STONE
Plainfield
Summary
Engaging professional skilled in introducing students to diverse mediums, developing lesson plans and assessing student progress. Proficient in fostering imaginative environment and making learning fun for all participants.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Art Instructor
Rooted High School
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced student creativity by implementing diverse art techniques and mediums in lessons.
- Mentored students on their individual projects, providing constructive feedback and guidance for improved artistic expression.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all students felt comfortable expressing themselves through art.
Art Instructor
Believe Circle City High School
08.2021 - Current
- Developed lesson plans that focused on various aspects of art including color theory, composition, perspective, figure drawing.
- Developed and implemented creative projects to engage students in learning art techniques.
- Created a positive learning environment by providing individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
Arts Coordinator
Arts With a Purpose
09.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented arts-related curricula for preschool students.
- Organized and facilitated art workshops in the community.
- Worked with other organizations to develop collaborative projects involving the arts.
Adjunct Dance Professor
Butler University
01.2014 - Current
- Assisted in teaching basic traditional drum techniques and dance instruction for World Technique
- Instructed students using lectures, discussions, and demonstrations about different ethnic groups in West Africa
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans, and syllabi
- Assisted colleagues in the cultural dance components of their courses
- Orchestrated public performances of course material
- Lead Choreographer in the theater department's 2016 production of "The Water Carriers"
- Conducted workshops with campus organizations to promote cultural diversity.
Teaching Artist
Arts For Learning
07.2013 - Current
- Created programs that included activities to promote creative self-expression, community empowerment, and personal development
- Prepared and gathered materials for detailed lesson plans for school residences
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support
- Developed After-school programming YMCA
- Participated in Summer Advantage art programming for IPS schools
- Created preschool programs for the Indianapolis Public Libraries.
Director
Epiphany Dance Collective
01.2006 - Current
- Performed and coordinated dance performances for Sigma Gamma Rho Centennial Conference, Indiana Convention Center, July 2022
- Timmy Global Health Gala, Bilt Well Building, 4/22/19
- Lilly Employee African American Network, JW Marriott downtown, 8/16/18
- Lilly and Company AMECA Gala, Crane Bay, 9/28/18
- Indiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Crt, Pike Performing Arts 9/1/18 Christel House Concert Fundraiser, Egyptian Ballroom 6/14/17 Eskenazi Health Foundation Fundraiser, Conrad Hotel 10/15/15
Lead Instructor
Iibada Dance Company
02.2001 - Current
- Master instructor for summer Intensives for 17 years
- Developed and executed marketing plans to increase studio business
- Performed at company-related events as a professional dancer
- Created choreography and dance instruction for children of all dance levels
- Costume designer and Technical Director for many productions.
Art Teacher
Tindley Accelerated Schools
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Coordinated collaborative projects for installations
- Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics
- Taught classes on a variety of topics, including painting, collage, color theory, art installation, earthworks, basic drawing, portraiture, and figure drawing, organizing and writing original lesson plans for each class.
Dance Instructor
Ignite Achievement Academy
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Assisted with the coordination and administration of the complete dance program
- Created guides and course materials to reiterate lecture information and help students
- Created arts and crafts activities that highlighted African aesthetics
- Educated students on African history and culture by applying a variety of instructional techniques, including a hands-on curriculum
- Produced choreography for school programs
- Taught traditional rhythm, songs, and dances from West and
- South Africa.
Education
Bachelor of - Fine Arts
Indiana University - Purdue University
Indianapolis, IN01.2010
Skills
- Group and individual
- Instruction
- Graphic art expertise
- Organization People skills
- Class Lectures
- Classroom Discussion Facilitation
- Course Materials Preparation
- Artistic Technique Demonstration
- Performance Organization
- Curricula Planning
- Committee Service
Websites
Certification
- Certified Wolf Trap teaching artist
- SEL and Stem training
Timeline
Art Instructor
Rooted High School
08.2023 - Current
Arts Coordinator
Arts With a Purpose
09.2021 - Current
Art Instructor
Believe Circle City High School
08.2021 - Current
Art Teacher
Tindley Accelerated Schools
08.2018 - 08.2021
Dance Instructor
Ignite Achievement Academy
08.2017 - 06.2019
Adjunct Dance Professor
Butler University
01.2014 - Current
Teaching Artist
Arts For Learning
07.2013 - Current
Director
Epiphany Dance Collective
01.2006 - Current
Lead Instructor
Iibada Dance Company
02.2001 - Current
Bachelor of - Fine Arts
Indiana University - Purdue University
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