Tania Esmeralda Padilla
Technology Teacher and Grant Coordinator at The Academy for Technology and the Classics- Claim this Profile
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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The Academy for Technology and the Classics
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Technology Teacher and Grant Coordinator
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Jul 2022 - Present
Teach creative applications of Computer Science, Engineering and Architecture to grades 8-12 with project based learning. Working with youth to explore the vast possibilities of art and design and supporting them to become confident and competent in industry standard software and equipment. Certified in Project Lead the Way curriculums of Gateway: Green Architecture, App Creators and Introduction to Engineering Design. Direct instruction of Autodesk 360 Fusion and Revit, and MIT's App Inventor. Manage and research funding opportunities for CTE programs and other STEAM programming. Show less
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Self-employed
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Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
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Illustrator
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Jun 2021 - Present
Select projects / clients: • Card Illustrations for "Tarot in Pandemic and Revolution" by Nomadic Press • Animated cycle for the song "Old Summer Reckoning" by the Blasting Company and Van Dyke Parks • Illustration and design for children's book "LOOK IN, LOOK OUT" written by Loma K. Flowers and Alicia Nimonkar Select projects / clients: • Card Illustrations for "Tarot in Pandemic and Revolution" by Nomadic Press • Animated cycle for the song "Old Summer Reckoning" by the Blasting Company and Van Dyke Parks • Illustration and design for children's book "LOOK IN, LOOK OUT" written by Loma K. Flowers and Alicia Nimonkar
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San Francisco Unified School District
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Visual Art Teacher - Creative Computing
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Aug 2018 - Jul 2021
Support the development of a pioneering curriculum that blends foundational principles of Art and Computer Science. Work closely with the Visual and Performing Art, Computer Science departments and Administration to build a pathway for students to learn art and coding in a creative and supportive environment and prepare students to pursue further study of Art, Design and Computer Science. Teach tactile art practices such as drawing, painting, and sculpture alongside emerging technologies such as interactive code-based art, robotics, and 3d printing. Lead students through the direct instruction of the coding languages Java, JavaScript, and block coding. Teach introductory principles of design for typography, photography, graphic design, concept development and innovation with design thinking. Sponsor to Animation Club that develops a short animation annually for BSA school-wide assembly, and 3d printing club which trains dedicated students to operate and manage the 3d printing process. School Site Advisor to IGNITE (Inspiring Girls Now in Technology Innovation), responsibilities include organizing and hosting panel discussions for female/nonbinary students with female tech professionals, coordinating field trips and workshops for students to expose them to the professional technology industries and opportunities. Worked closely with Google, Equal Opportunity Schools, and ALHS Administration to host Equity in STEM Education event, which led to ALHS receiving a large donation in support of diversity in STEM/STEAM AP classes and the development of our technology-based programs. Show less
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Visual Art Teacher - Drawing and Ceramics
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Aug 2017 - Jun 2019
Develop and teach a culturally responsive project-based curriculum. Lead students through acquiring skills to create in 3d and 2d art forms while cultivating their knowledge and appreciation of art history. Teach drawing with diverse dry media, mixed media painting, and ceramics. Manage kiln firings and material management. Worked collaboratively with other members of the Visual and Performing Art Department to share and improve foundational curricula. Support and collaborate with educators in other academic fields to build art integration opportunities for students across departments. Show less
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Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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200 - 300 Employee
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Teaching Artist
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Apr 2016 - Jun 2017
Teaching Artists for Friday Nights at the deYoung work with Public Programs staff to create interactive, all-inclusive art projects for the public at Friday Nights at the de Young. Responsibilities include the creation of lesson plans relevant to museum's collections and themes, teaching in diverse community setting, planning and coordination of events with FAMSF staff and interns. Teaching Artists for Friday Nights at the deYoung work with Public Programs staff to create interactive, all-inclusive art projects for the public at Friday Nights at the de Young. Responsibilities include the creation of lesson plans relevant to museum's collections and themes, teaching in diverse community setting, planning and coordination of events with FAMSF staff and interns.
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Jefferson Union High School District
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Art and Ceramics Student Teacher and Substitute
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Nov 2016 - May 2017
Student teacher within the fine art department at Terra Nova High School. Teaches a class in Art that comprises of an introduction to drawing, painting, sculpture and mixed media art production that integrates color, composition and aesthetic theory. Teaches beginning ceramics with in depth instruction for hand building, pottery wheel and glazing techniques. Writes original lesson plans, prepares materials, loads and unloads kilns. Conversationally bilingual in Spanish with experience working with ELL students. Show less
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ZIA SF
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San Francisco
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Graphic Designer and Entrepreneur
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Jun 2011 - Sep 2016
ZIA SF is a screen printing company with designs and elements of Chicano culture and identity. I wore a lot of hats, from graphic design and inventory management to consignment relationships, tradeshow and festival vending and finances and printing. We were featured in galleries and a book about the Mission Community Market but decided to close the business to pursue other projects. ZIA SF is a screen printing company with designs and elements of Chicano culture and identity. I wore a lot of hats, from graphic design and inventory management to consignment relationships, tradeshow and festival vending and finances and printing. We were featured in galleries and a book about the Mission Community Market but decided to close the business to pursue other projects.
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Synergy School
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San Francisco Bay Area
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Summer Camp Art Teacher
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Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
Plan activities that give children the opportunity to express themselves creatively. Help students to expand perceptions of their own abilities and the creative potential of materials. Support students through a process of creative growth and team building as they experience joy and a sense of accomplishment from creating art projects using a wide variety of media. Plan activities that give children the opportunity to express themselves creatively. Help students to expand perceptions of their own abilities and the creative potential of materials. Support students through a process of creative growth and team building as they experience joy and a sense of accomplishment from creating art projects using a wide variety of media.
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San Francisco Children's Art Center
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Teaching Artist
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May 2016 - Aug 2016
Teach art classes to youth ages 2-10. Facilitate creative experiences for Art birthday parties and classes. Assist children to explore 2D and 3D artistic media and reflect upon their creations in a fun and autonomous environment. Support children to express themselves and encourage different styles and approaches to the creative process. Teach art classes to youth ages 2-10. Facilitate creative experiences for Art birthday parties and classes. Assist children to explore 2D and 3D artistic media and reflect upon their creations in a fun and autonomous environment. Support children to express themselves and encourage different styles and approaches to the creative process.
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Freelance Private Art Tutor
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San Francisco, CA
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Art Tutor and Teacher
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2008 - Aug 2016
After getting my BFA in Experimental Animation, I feel fortunate to have even my side jobs be involved with the art world. Jobs over the years have included: Volunteer Art Teacher: I spent every Tuesday of the 2015-16 school year at Visitacion Valley Middle School working as an assistant teacher through the SF Education Fund. Freelance Art Tutor: I work with private students to help them prepare their art portfolios for submission to high schools and colleges. Stop Motion Animation Instructor: For a semester in 2007, I created and taught a course in stop motion animation for students age 8 to 16, resulting in a collaborative video with stories and characters designed by each student. Pottery Instructor and Kiln Technician: For more than four years, I worked part-time at Terra Mia Pottery Studio in San Francisco, where people can paint pre-made ceramic pieces for low-fire glazes. I led workshops, set up the studio, dipped ceramics, loaded and unloaded the kiln, and managed group events. Exploratorium Exhibition Intern: My BFA internship was at the Exploratorium Museum of Science and Art, working on repairing and maintaining exhibits and constructing new exhibit prototypes. Show less
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Lawrence Fine Art Services
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South San Francisco, CA
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Project Coordinator
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Jul 2013 - Nov 2015
LFAS transports, installs, stores and packs fine art and antiques for museums (like SFMOMA and DeYoung) as well as top galleries and collectors, including works from Picasso and Frida Kahlo. I worked with the company president to schedule and manage logistics for a team of 12 art handlers, dealing with estimates, documentation and international and domestic shipments. LFAS transports, installs, stores and packs fine art and antiques for museums (like SFMOMA and DeYoung) as well as top galleries and collectors, including works from Picasso and Frida Kahlo. I worked with the company president to schedule and manage logistics for a team of 12 art handlers, dealing with estimates, documentation and international and domestic shipments.
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RueBelle Designs
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Huelo, Maui, HI
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Studio Assistant and Jewelry Fabricator
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Oct 2009 - May 2011
In an idyllic tropical paradise, I worked on a small team fabricating high-end jewelry that is sold throughout the US, Europe and Japan. In an idyllic tropical paradise, I worked on a small team fabricating high-end jewelry that is sold throughout the US, Europe and Japan.
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ArtsChange
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Richmond, CA
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Artist in Residence / Graphic Designer
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Dec 2006 - May 2009
After seeing my installation of marionettes at a SOMArts Day of the Dead show, the Executive Director recruited me to be part of their mission working with rotating exhibitions, events and workshops about health and cultural identity. Funded by grants from First Five Alameda, among others, I created “Carlitos and the Magic Garden,” a puppet show, DVD and children’s book about healthy food choices which toured schools, libraries and community centers. I also led puppet and mask-building workshops and an interactive installation at Verde Elementary School. Show less
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Education
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2019 - 2020
San Francisco State University
Computer Science Authorization for Middle/High School -
2016 - 2017
San Francisco State University
Single Subject Teaching Credential Program (Middle/High School), Fine/Studio Arts -
2002 - 2006
California Institute of the Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Experimental Animation -
1998 - 2002
Ruth Asawa School of the Arts
High School Diploma, Visual Arts
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