“I am a certified educator for grades K-12, hold a Masters degree in teaching visual art, and I have studied art, communications, and design for many years. I truly believe in an interdisciplinary approach to teaching. I have observed how children learn at all ages and ability levels. I am skilled at planning curriculum based on learning from objects, play, and performance.
-MDMC
Teaching Experience
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia, PA
Museum Educator, Current
-Currently teaching two classes for children ages nine – twelve. Classes include museum gallery tours, art history, studio production and an introduction to art criticism.
The University of the Arts
Professional Institute for Educators
Philadelphia, PA
Guest Lecturer, Spring and Summer 2010, Summer 2011
-Developed and instructed art history and art production lessons to established teachers.
The Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts
Philadelphia, PA
Student Teacher, Fall 2009
-Taught Communication Design to advanced placement students.
The Academy in Manayunk
Manayunk, PA
Co-Art/Club Teacher, Summer 2009
-Taught special needs students in the art classroom for the Summer Enrichment Program. Created and edited a promotional film on the program.
Education
The University of the Arts
Philadelphia, PA
Masters of Teaching Visual Art, 2009
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA
Bachelors of Interdisciplinary Fine Arts, 2002
The University of Western England
Bristol, UK
Certificate in Computer Science, 2001
Penn Wood High School
Lansdowne, PA
Special Skills
-Knowledge of non-profit organizations.
-Data base management.
-Event planning and logistics experience.
-Project management.
-Advanced knowledge of audio visual and technical equipment.
-Graphic design and web design.
-Knowledge of online communication tools.
-Photo and video editing, podcasting and web design.
-Experienced public speaker.
-Professional writing experience.
Software Knowledge
-Advanced with Microsoft Office.
-Website content management systems.
-Proficient on both mac and pc platforms.
-Database systems.
-Adobe Creative Suite.
-Imovie (video-editing).
-FileMaker Pro and other database management systems.
Other Achievements
Graduate Assistantship Award, 2009
The University of the Arts
Pennsylvania Art Education Association
Treasurer, UARTS Student Chapter, 2008
Pennsylvania Art Education Association
Presenter, State Conference, 2008
The University of the Arts
Staff Merit Award, 2007
