Hannah Ryll
Summerville,SC
Summary
Creative and nurturing educator with a background in art and nature-based education. CPR certified. Embraces Montessori and Reggio-inspired philosophies, dedicated to fostering holistic child development through exploration and play. Committed to designing safe outside environments, child-led learning and supportive spaces that empower children to build confidence, curiosity, creativity, and emotional growth at their own pace.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nature Preschool Teacher
Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens
Columbia, SC
08.2023 - Current
- Support play-based, process-art, and nature-based learning experiences in a forest classroom for ages 3-5.
- Integrate Project WILD, Project WET, and Project Learning Tree to develop curriculum.
- Created an interactive summer program focused on the exploration of the seven continents, highlighting different countries' food, music, art, and wildlife.
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and developmentally supportive environment.
- Collaborate with my co-teacher and the children themselves to implement interest-driven activities and themes..
Cashier & Cook
Crepes et Croissants
Columbia
07.2023 - Current
Tarot Reader
The Witching Hour
Columbia
06.2023 - Current
Wellness Specialist
The Healing Bar
West Columbia, SC
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Built up a community by organizing and hosting workshops,
- Offered reiki and meditation.
- Utilized booking technology, oversaw ordering, inventory, and social media.
Homeschool Helper
Family
Ridgeville, SC
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with family members to prioritize tasks and schedules.
- Designed STEAM art projects for homeschool students ages 5-11
- Led nature walks and field trips for inquiry-based learning
Freelance Makeup Contractor
Crescent Moon Beauty
USA
01.2011 - 01.2020
- Traveled to assist with wedding makeup, film sets, and theater. Makeup Artist at Columbia Hair Walk 2015, Charleston Fashion Week 2014 & 2015. Book keeping.
Beauty Advisor
Estée Lauder
Summerville, SC
08.2016 - 06.2018
- Utilized my artistry and knowledge in current trends, combined with comprehensive product training to present the line in a fresh way. Led makeup workshops, and extended into personal shopping to offer clients a complete shopping experience.
Wine and Cheese Specialist
Earth Fare
Summerville, SC
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Tasked with wine pairings, upsells, and gaining a following of local foodies. Hosted cheese and wine pairing events. Accepted opportunities to further my wine training in a WSET introductory course and assisting master sommeliers in the Charleston Food and wine festival.
Wax Specialist
European Wax Center
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Speed waxing, upselling services and products, 6 time top in sales in the country, best in sales and speed at the center.
Education
High School Diploma -
Smithtown High School
AA - Humanities
Suffolk Community College
Selden, New YorkCertificate of Esthetics -
Charleston Cosmetology Institute
Charleston, SCNo Degree - Art Education
University of Columbia
Columbia, SC2029
Master of Science -
Savannah College of Art And Design
Savannah, GASkills
- Creating arts workshops for children & adults
- Animal handling (reptiles/insects)
- Play-doh, clay, and "slime" making
- Process-based art set-up & supply
- Social-Emotional learning & behavior management
- Lesson & Activity planning / Curriculum design
- Babysitting, pet sitting, house Sitting
- Teamwork and communication
Accomplishments
- Exploring Nature with Young Children - Project Learning Tree
- Playful Pedagogy - North Carolina Zoo
- Getting Little Feet Wet - Project WET
- Teaching Nature Journaling - John Muirs Law
- Leading Art Therapy Workshops - Oxford School of Learning
- Usui Reiki level I & II - Jo Powers
Timeline
Nature Preschool Teacher
Riverbanks Zoo & Gardens
08.2023 - Current
Cashier & Cook
Crepes et Croissants
07.2023 - Current
Tarot Reader
The Witching Hour
06.2023 - Current
Wellness Specialist
The Healing Bar
03.2022 - 08.2023
Homeschool Helper
Family
03.2020 - 05.2022
Beauty Advisor
Estée Lauder
08.2016 - 06.2018
Wine and Cheese Specialist
Earth Fare
08.2015 - 08.2016
Wax Specialist
European Wax Center
08.2013 - 07.2014
Freelance Makeup Contractor
Crescent Moon Beauty
01.2011 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Smithtown High School
AA - Humanities
Suffolk Community College
Certificate of Esthetics -
Charleston Cosmetology Institute
No Degree - Art Education
University of Columbia
Master of Science -
Savannah College of Art And Design