Education
Tyler School of Art and Architecture, Temple University, Philadelphia, PA
MEd with a Major in Art Education
Moore College of Art and Design, Philadelphia, PA
Post-Baccalaureate in Art Education
Bennington College, Bennington, VT
Bachelor of Arts, Focus in Visual Arts and Literature

Teaching Experience
Crossroads Accelerated Academy             Aug 2023- Present
WC Bryant Elementary, Philadelphia, PA Aug 2019- June 2023
Art Teacher

  • Build and teach a high quality, choice-based K-9 art curriculum that centers students interests and needs
  • Manage student behavior and classroom routines to maximize learning time and create a positive classroom environment
  • Adapt curriculum for in-person, hybrid, and virtual learning settings
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with co-workers, administration, and parents to foster and support a positive learning environment
  • Prepare and present district professional development around choice-based art curriculum

Kelly Educational Staffing, Philadelphia, PA      Aug 2017- June 2019
Substitute Teacher

  • Fulfilled both short-term and long-term substitute assignments across all subject areas to effectively teach students of varied ages
  • Followed and taught lesson plans assigned by permanent teacher for students in grades kindergarten through eighth.

George W. Nebinger Elementary, Philadelphia, PA Aug 2018- Dec 2018
Student Teacher

  • Taught and co-taught visual art to students in kindergarten through eighth grade by implementing a student-centered and developmentally responsive curricula
  • Differentiated instruction to meet all students’ needs
  • Managed classes with up to 36 students to promote and support a positive learning environment and positive student behavior
  • Maintained gallery spaces with student artwork

Make Studio, Baltimore, MD Sept 2016- Aug 2017
Co-teacher and Volunteer

  • Worked with other teachers and administrators to develop and teach a comprehensive art curriculum for adults with physical and intellectual disabilities in a community center setting
  • Helped to recruit new artists to join Make Studio, a community-based organization whose mission is to provide multi-modal arts programming to individuals with disabilities
  • Provide assistance to studio artists as needed

Additional Qualifications

  • Google Certified Educator
  • Pennsylvania Art Education Association Member
  • National Art Education Association Member