Experience Summary
In 2000, I earned a Bachelors of Arts in Communication Design from OTIS College of Art & Design, and soon after, I worked professionally as a Senior Designer in World Wide Licensing at Mattel, Inc. In 2011, I completed my Masters in Education from Antioch University, focusing on Arts Advocacy. Currently I am obtaining my K-8th grade, single subject art credential from High Tech High. I specialize in; Art History, Computer Graphics, Mask making, Graphic Design and Drawing& Painting. As an arts advocate and parent, I strive everyday that children have access to the visual arts in their homes, schools and community. By giving rise to joyful exploration and discovery, through diverse forms of art and design, anything is possible.
Teaching Style
A process driven approach to learning.
| Creative Arts |
Proficiency: Experienced
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| I have worked in the creative arts as a maker and teacher for 10 years. I have taught Adult classes at Otis Collage of Art and Design, elementary k-8th grade and home schoolers. |
| Drawing |
Proficiency: Experienced
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| I specialize in teaching drawing to elementary school age students k-8th grade. |
| Elementary |
 This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Expert
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| I am an art teacher at a k-8th grade project based elementary school. I teach a total of 80 students per week with 22 students in each class. My lesson plans focus is on drawing, painting, collage and art history with an emphasis on art integration with academics. In my home studio I teach building and slab work with clay and fine art. My home school groups range from k -8th grade. I also teach private classes |
| Graphic Design |
This is one of my top subjects!
Proficiency: Expert
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| I graduated from Otis Collage of Art and Design and received a Fine Arts Bachelors Degree in communication design. I specialize in typography, layout design, identity design, computer graphics |
| Painting |
Proficiency: Experienced
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| I specialize in teaching watercolor, acrylic and collage |
| Special Education |
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| I teach art classes in an all inclusive environment. I periodically tech art to young adults with autism. Using art as a tool for collaboration and social skills. |