Jarred Wagner
Art teacher with experience teaching grades 4–6, high school art courses including AP Art and CTE Photography, and upper-elementary literacy. Brings a strong foundation in visual arts from a 15+ year professional photography career. Focused on structured, engaging classrooms that build positive student relationships, creative confidence, and technical skills.
Teaching Experience
Long-Term Substitute | Language & Literacy | Grades 5–6
- Delivered daily instruction in 5th and 6th grade language and literacy across multiple sections
- Led whole-group and small-group instruction in reading comprehension, vocabulary, and writing
- Monitored student progress using ongoing formative assessment
Long-Term Substitute | Art | Grades 4–6
- Delivered standards-based art instruction to 4th–6th grade students across multiple class sections
- Established clear classroom routines, behavior expectations, and material management systems
- Designed engaging projects focused on drawing, design, and creative problem-solving
- Differentiated instruction to support a wide range of student abilities and learning needs
Long-Term Substitute | Art, AP Art, Photography | Grades 9–12
- Taught Art I, AP Art, and Photography courses in a high school setting
- Guided students through portfolio development and project completion
- Maintained structured classroom expectations and supported independent work
Long-Term Substitute | CTE Commercial Photography | Grades 10–12
- Delivered instruction for CTE and College Credit Plus photography courses
- Prepared students for and administered WebXam assessments
- Supported development of technical photography skills and industry practices
Advisory Board Member | CTE Commercial Photography
- Provide guidance on curriculum alignment, industry relevance, and student skill development
Education & Licensure
Ohio Alternative Resident Educator License
- Visual Arts 020015
Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications
- Audio Production Major
- Music and Film Corollaries
Professional Art Experience
Lead Photographer
- Led photo and video teams for event coverage and production
Operations Manager | Lead Photographer
- Managed operations and contributed as lead photographer on client projects
Owner | Lead Photographer
- Built and operated a full-time photography business serving 500+ clients
- Managed scheduling, client communication, and project delivery end-to-end
- Led and trained assistants in professional photography workflows
- Developed expertise in composition, lighting, and visual storytelling
Skills & Strengths
- Classroom management and structured routines
- Project-based and standards-aligned instruction
- Differentiation for diverse learners
- Drawing, design, photography, and visual composition
- Literacy instruction: reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing
- Relationship-building and student engagement
- Creative problem-solving and real-world application
- Strong background in professional photography, lighting, and visual design
- Experience working with students across elementary through high school levels