Museum educator and program designer with 20+ years of experience developing inquiry-driven, visitor-centered learning experiences. Specializes in visual literacy, facilitated dialogue, and community-based arts engagement. Proven ability to design and deliver inclusive programs that connect audiences to art through interpretation, storytelling, and participatory learning, including engagement with key works in PAFA’s collection.
Completed recovery while intentionally advancing a transition into museum education. Conducted focused study of gallery pedagogy, object-based learning, and interpretive strategies using works such as Thomas Eakins’ The Gross Clinic and Emanuel Leutze’s Washington Crossing the Delaware.
· Designed and implemented arts-integrated curriculum emphasizing close looking, interpretation, and narrative construction.
· Facilitated discussion-based learning experiences grounded in inquiry and participant voice.
· Produced student exhibitions and public-facing presentations modeled on museum engagement practices.
· Cultivated inclusive learning environments through social-emotional learning frameworks.
· Integrated visual analysis strategies inspired by works such as The Gross Clinic to guide discussions on perspective, ethics, and historical context.
Gallery Facilitation & Object-Based Inquiry
Visual Literacy & Interpretive Strategy
Program Design & Curriculum Development
Community Engagement & Outreach Programming
Family & Intergenerational Learning
Culturally Responsive & Bilingual Education
Social-Emotional Learning Integration
Teacher Training & Professional Development
Public Speaking & Audience Engagement
Digital & Virtual Learning Platforms
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Arts Programming & Public Engagement
Produced 'Under the Big Top,' a large-scale performance event celebrating identity and community; directed full program operations including audience engagement and event logistics.
· Developed a bilingual performing arts initiative centering culturally responsive storytelling and original participant work.
· Founded and curated a student art and literary publication functioning as an inclusive exhibition platform.
· Partnered with an urban art collective to co-develop interdisciplinary programming integrating visual art, writing, and historical inquiry.
· Designed visual arts-based curriculum incorporating collage and identity-centered writing as interpretive tools.
· Recognized for leveraging performance as a medium for narrative exploration and audience connection.
Mentorship, Training & Facilitation| Master Teacher & Leadership Advisor 2006-2023
· Facilitated professional learning sessions focused on instructional practice, engagement strategies, and curriculum design.
· Served as Master Teacher, training AmeriCorps Fellows in pedagogy and classroom facilitation.
· Mentored early-career educators through coaching, observation, and feedback cycles.
· Delivered training aligned to both classroom and gallery-based teaching practices.
Selected Programs & Public Engagement Initiatives
· 20% Project / Inquiry Exhibition Model: Designed and facilitated a sustained, inquiry-based program culminating in a public exhibition of participant-driven projects.
· Student Art & Literary Publication (Curatorial Model): Directed development of a publication functioning as a curated collection of visual and written works.
· Bilingual Performing Arts Showcase: Produced original performances centered on cultural identity and community narratives.
· Community Arts Showcase: Developed and executed a multidisciplinary event integrating performance, visual art, and community participation.
· Gallery Dialogue Model (PAFA-Inspired): Designed sample facilitation frameworks using works such as The Gross Clinic and Washington Crossing the Delaware to engage audiences in discussions on ethics, identity, and historical narrative.