About Mrs. Brncich

GOALS

I aim to create meaningful lessons with demonstrations, active participation, a variety of artistic mediums and clearly stated objectives following District, State, and National Standards. My focus is to encourage each individual student to develop their own ideas and emotions and find a connection through art in their community, nation and world.

My students are introduced to as many different mediums, artists, and art periods as possible. They learn how to work with everything from tempera and watercolor paints to air dry clay. They take a look at everything from Prehistoric Cave Art to the Contemporary Art of today.

Throughout the learning process students are able to recognize Art periods, Art styles, and specific artists and works of Art. Students explore Art criticism through describing, analyzing, interpreting and making decisions about their own work and that of others. Art lessons include interdisciplinary and multicultural connections. My aim is to facilitate the development of learning to understand, appreciate and create works of Art.

BIOGRAPHY

Hi! My name is Mrs. Julie Brncich and I am an elementary school art teacher in Illinois. I attended Western Illinois University in Macomb, Illinois and received my bachelor’s degree in Art Education with a credential to teach K-12 art. Throughout my college career I made an effort to take a variety of classes and learn skills in painting, drawing, ceramics, metals, silkscreen, and more. I have also received a master’s degree in Art Education from Eastern Illinois University. Teaching art is my passion, and I am thankful to have found my dream job. 

Outside of teaching art I love to garden, crochet, and read. I enjoy spending time with my Husband and four children. We love painting and drawing together as well as visiting the Art Institute. 

Education & Awards

Certified K-12 Art Teacher

EDUCATION

Western Illinois University, Macomb IL            
Bachelors of Arts in Art Education, 2003-2007

Eastern Illinois University, Charleston, IL
Masters of Arts in Art Education, 2014-2016

AWARDS

Illinois Department of Education Those Who Excel Award

Illinois Department of Education Award of Meritorious Service