
NAEA Open Studio Conversation: Art Room 101 Series | Candidate to Classroom: Preparing for an Art Teacher Interview
Includes a Live Web Event on 05/08/2025 at 7:00 PM (EDT)
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NAEA Open Studio Conversation: Art Room 101 Series | Candidate to Classroom: Preparing for an Art Teacher Interview
Thursday, May 8, 2025 | 7pm ET
Cost: FREE!
Step into your next art teaching interview with confidence! This webinar offers practical tips and strategies for anyone preparing to interview for an art teacher position. Learn how to craft a standout resume, build a compelling portfolio, and confidently answer both common and unexpected interview questions. Discover how to effectively showcase your unique skills, teaching philosophy, and creativity to make a lasting impression. Led by experienced educators and hiring professionals, this session will equip you with insider advice and actionable insights to help you stand out and secure your dream art teaching job. Don’t miss this opportunity to set yourself up for success! .
Please note that participation in this live event or recording does not include NAEA professional learning credit.

Antonia N. Germanos
Supervisor of Visual and Performing Arts, Adjunct Professor Visual Art
Newark Board of Education and Kean University
Antonia N. Germanos is the supervisor of visual and performing arts for Newark Board of Education, overseeing preK–12 arts programs focused on curriculum, instruction, teacher training, and community partnerships. She is dedicated to ensuring all students access high-quality arts education, experience belonging, and find joy in learning.
Germanos has also served as a preK–12 art educator, spent 10 years in nonprofit arts education, led as President of Art Educators of New Jersey, and served as Eastern Regional Director of Supervision/Administration for NAEA.
She holds two master’s degrees in public school administration and visual arts education from Kean University; a bachelor’s degree in painting and drawing from Mason Gross, Rutgers University; and New Jersey state certifications for school business administrator, principal, supervisor, and teacher of Art K–12.
Elizabeth Stuart Whitehead
Visual Art Supervisor
Prince George's County Public Schools, Maryland
Elizabeth Stuart has served as the visual art supervisor for Prince George’s County Public Schools in Maryland since 2014. She received a bachelor’s degree in art education from the University of Maryland, College Park; a master’s degree in education from the Maryland Institute College of Art; and her certificate in supervision and administration and doctorate in educational leadership with a superintendent’s certification from the University of Maryland, College Park. Stuart taught elementary art for 9 years and was the content specialist for art, theatre, and dance for Montgomery County Public Schools in Rockville, Maryland, for 7 years. Stuart received the NAEA National Art Educator of the Year Award in 2024 and the NAEA Gilbert A. Clark and Enid Zimmerman Leadership Award in 2023. She has presented at museums, as well as numerous state and national conferences on various topics concerning artificial intelligence, literacy, and leadership.

Gino Molfino
Fine Arts Coordinator
Howard County Public School System, Maryland
Gino Molfino has served as an artist, teacher, advocate, and education leader for the Howard County Public School System for over 20 years. He has collaborated to develop state, national, and district fine arts policies and practices that cultivate innovation in public education programming, curriculum development, and professional learning for educators that honor the teacher as an artist and promote contemporary practices in artmaking. As the current coordinator of fine arts for the Howard County Public School System, Gino is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of the fine arts curricula, assessment materials, professional learning, and instructional supports for over 200 preK–12 fine arts (art, dance, theatre) educators in the district.