Hi, I’m Lauren Trozzo.

I’m a student centered visual arts educator with experience teaching elementary and middle school students in drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, digital media, and art history. Skilled in developing engaging, standards aligned lessons that support artistic growth, creative problem solving, and confidence in the art room. Brings strong classroom management, differentiated instruction, and a calm, inclusive approach that helps students feel successful, challenged, and willing to take creative risks.

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My Resume

Certification

New York State Visual Arts Certification, K–12

EDUCATION

Masters of Fine Arts Education, 2010
Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY

SKILLS

Visual Arts Instruction Curriculum Development Classroom Management Differentiated Instruction Ceramics
Painting
Drawing
Sculpture
Digital Media
Student Engagement
Art Displays and Exhibitions Collaboration Communication
Special Needs

Special Education Teaching Assistant
Enders Road Elementary, Manlius, NY | Sept 2023 - Jan 2025 / August 2025 - Present

  • Support classroom instruction for students with varied academic, behavioral, communication, and social emotional needs.

  • Collaborate with teachers to adapt activities, reinforce expectations, and help students access instruction.

  • Provide individualized support during classroom routines, specials, school events, and group activities.

  • Promote inclusion by helping students participate meaningfully with peers across classroom and school settings.

  • Use positive redirection, structure, and relationship based support to help students build confidence and independence.

Art Teacher, Long Term Substitute
Eagle Hill Middle School, Manlius, NY | January 2025 – June 2025

  • Planned and delivered visual arts lessons aligned with New York State learning standards.

  • Taught students a range of techniques and media, including drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, mixed media, and digital art.

  • Created a structured, inclusive classroom environment that encouraged creativity, self expression, and artistic risk taking.

  • Adapted instruction, materials, and pacing to support different learning needs, skill levels, and student confidence.

  • Guided students through critique, reflection, and revision to strengthen craftsmanship and visual communication.

  • Organized student artwork for school displays and community based exhibitions.

Student Teacher
E. Howitt Middle School, Farmingdale, NY | 2010

  • Collaborated with the art department to design and implement visual arts lessons.

  • Assessed student progress through projects, feedback, and individualized guidance.

  • Integrated technology and visual references to support student engagement and understanding.

Substitute Teacher
WT Clarke High School, Westbury, NY | 2007 – 2009

  • Led classroom instruction for grades 9–12, including art and general education settings.

  • Implemented lesson plans while maintaining routines and classroom expectations.

  • Supported a positive learning environment for students with varied needs and learning styles.