Creative Art Teacher possessing in-depth knowledge of various art theories and principles. Engaging and energetic professional certified in K-2 Visual Arts and licensed in Minnesota.. Polished in integrating art history, art appreciation and art criticism into all lesson plans and collaborating with classroom teachers to incorporate learning through art. Committed to designing culturally responsive lessons to accommodate a broad range of students and learning styles while encouraging students to reach thier fullest potential.
Developed and implements a variety of Adult and child Community Education courses for South Washington County to include ceramics, Raku workshops, and drawing/painting workshops
. Taught handbuilding and wheel throwing classes for adults and children.
. Worked with manu special needs populations; created workshops and long term seminars for student in group homes, at-risk alternative high schools, deaf schools at NCC and at Metro Deaf School,
. Worked with elderly adults, and vulternable populations; creating specific art experiences for these groups.
. Developed and implemented art curriculum the fulfill State Arts grants at various public and charter schools throughout the Twin Cities to include Hmong and Native American charter schools.
. Taught specific workshops for kids and adults; Raku, Handbuilding and wheel thrown pottery.
National Association of Art Educations
Minnesota Women in Ceramics
Northern Clay Center
Working Artist exhibiting in various galleries and shows throughout the state of Minnesota.