
Leads Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and mindfulness-based arts programs for Elementary/Middle school students. Expands curriculum responding to each new cohort of students' and facilitates a community showcase event for parents and faculty.
Partnered with After School Matters to lead High School photography program.
Facilitated SkyWAY program for Elementary/Middle School Students at SkyArt Studio and in Chicago Public Schools - Created curriculum for full school year with 1st and 3rd grade students. Watched students have profound experiences creating together!
Collaborated with Lead teacher to create a positive and healthy learning environment for 2-5 year olds. Implemented sustainable classroom management systems and taught self-regulating and problem-solving skills to students in challenging social/emotional experiences.
Instructed project-based art lessons, of varying mediums, to students 9 months to 12 year olds. Engaged students in basic art history and color theory concepts and facilitated open-exploration art camps and classes.
Consistently received positive feedback about work ethic, attitude and relationships with coworkers and customers. Gracefully managed high-volume customer base and physical demands of the job.
Managed demands of high-volume, fast-paced restaurant with clarity and ease. Promoted multiple times to positions requiring more accountability and self-direction. Created positive work environment while effectively communicating with co-workers.
Painting (Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor), Drawing, Pottery (Wheel), Photography (digital),
Performance Art, Dance, Contact Improvisation, Somatics, BMC (Body-Mind-Centering)
Chicago Contact Improvisation Collective Organizer, 2019-2023
Andrew Rafacz Gallery, Gallery Intern 2017
DePaul Art Museum, Art Administrative Assistant 2016