Caitie Mortensen, M.Ed.

Dynamic corporate trainer and educator with over 15 years of experience across both K-12 and higher education. Known for being an expert in curriculum design, implementation, and data collection for assessments and adjustments of content and delivery. Strong academic and technical writing/proofreading background. Proven cross-functional collaborator and accessibility advocate.

Key achievements include, but are not limited to: designing and implementing department-wide onboarding curriculum at the largest online university in the nation; supported 500+ graduate students through complex enrollment pipelines; built multiple curricula from scratch in high-needs educational environments; led large-scale community and district level educational initiatives; and worked with multiple key stakeholders to increase awareness for disability accessibility and inclusion initiatives.

Professional Teaching License for the State of Utah

Expired June 2023 but have ability to reinstate

Professional Teaching License from the Commonwealth of Virginia

Expired June 2023 but have ability to reinstate

I am a fine arts educator, advocate, and creative professional with over fifteen years of experience working across the full educational spectrum, from Pre-K through college-level instruction. My career has been shaped by a deep commitment to artistic excellence, thoughtful pedagogy, and the belief that the arts are not only a form of expression, but a powerful tool for access, equity, and connection.

My background in fine arts education has trained me to think critically, adapt fluidly, and approach challenges from multiple perspectives. Teaching across such a wide range of ages and abilities has required creative problem-solving, flexibility, and an understanding that there is never a single correct solution—only the most thoughtful and inclusive one. This perspective informs every aspect of my work, allowing me to design meaningful, high-quality experiences that meet individuals where they are.

Alongside my work in the arts, I have spent many years actively engaged in the DE&I space, with a particular focus on disability advocacy and education. I have worked to elevate conversations surrounding accessibility, representation, and disability rights—often advocating for individuals who did not have access to a platform of their own. This work is deeply personal and foundational to my practice, shaping both how I teach and how I create.

I am passionate about the fine arts not only as a discipline, but as a vehicle for opportunity. Whether through education, community engagement, or creative leadership, my goal has always been to build spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered to participate fully. I believe quality, intention, and accessibility are not separate ideals, but interconnected responsibilities.