Donna J. Murphy
Gardner
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer for Booksale
Levi Heywood Memorial Library
Gardner
05.2025 - Current
- Volunteer for the Friends of the Library Book Sale.
- Sort, organize, clean, donated books.
- Work for our two book sales a year, setting up and helping the public during the sales.
Teacher
Catapult Learning
Gardner
09.2015 - 06.2019
- Worked for this after school program helping students with reading.
- Implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs
Assistant Teacher
MWCC Summer Camps
Gardner
06.1998 - 06.2019
- Planned and implemented lessons for Pottery Wheel and Drawing and Painting for ages 8-19.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure student success.
- Organized supplies and equipment for various recreational activities each day.
Visual Arts Teacher
City of Gardner
Gardner
11.1986 - 06.2019
- Developed engaging lesson plans for various visual arts techniques and mediums.
- Instructed diverse groups of students in art history and contemporary practices.
- Coordinated community art events to promote student work.
- Mentored students through hands-on projects, enhancing their creative skills.
- Evaluated student progress and provided constructive feedback on artistic development.
Art Teacher
Hubbardston Center School
Hubbardston
09.1984 - 06.1986
- Utilized various art materials and tools for hands-on projects.
- Taught grades 1-6
- Worked on student murals and exhibited student work.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA06-1981
Associate of Arts - Art
MWCC
Gardner, MA05-1978
High School Diploma -
Gardner High School
Gardner, MA06-1976
Master of Arts - Various Masters Courses
Worcester Art Museum
Worcester, MASkills
- Lesson planning
- Art instruction
- Supply organization
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Planning
Affiliations
- On the HyeLights committee that each year to promotes Armenian youth and culture. This culminates in a production each June. The show highlights musical talent through dance, song, instruments, as well as skits that highlight famous people and historical events. Since 2008.
- Board member of the Friends of the Levi Heywood Library
- Former board member of the Friends of the Shakers at Sabbathday Lake, Maine
- Former editor of The Clarion newsletter published four times a year for the Friends of the Shakers
- Member of The Gardner Museum
- Member of the Daughters of Vartan
Timeline
Volunteer for Booksale
Levi Heywood Memorial Library
05.2025 - Current
Teacher
Catapult Learning
09.2015 - 06.2019
Assistant Teacher
MWCC Summer Camps
06.1998 - 06.2019
Visual Arts Teacher
City of Gardner
11.1986 - 06.2019
Art Teacher
Hubbardston Center School
09.1984 - 06.1986
Bachelor of Arts - Art Education
Anna Maria College
Associate of Arts - Art
MWCC
High School Diploma -
Gardner High School
Master of Arts - Various Masters Courses
Worcester Art Museum
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