EDUCATION
Art and Media educator with a strong foundation in visual arts, history, and contemporary practices.
Skilled in developing and implementing creative arts curricula for K-12 students, with a focus on inquiry-based learning and multimodal engagement.
Proficient in workshop facilitation, and integrating technology into art education.
Fully bilingual (English/Spanish) with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong interest in teaching under-served communities.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
MANHATTAN YOUTH - AI FILMMAKING INSTRUCTOR - Staff - 2024
Designed and implemented an inquiry-based filmmaking curriculum for middle-school students, aligning with best practices in art education.
Introduced students to filmmaking fundamentals, fostering creativity and critical thinking skills.
Incorporated generative AI tools to enhance student engagement and explore contemporary art practices.
Facilitated collaborative learning environments, encouraging students to work together on short film projects.
Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.
EAST END CHILDREN'S MUSEUM - SAG HARBOR - ART INSTRUCTOR - Volunteer - 2024
Developed and led thematic, developmentally appropriate creative arts curricula for K-12 youth.
Conducted bilingual workshops in English and Spanish, promoting inclusivity and accessibility.
Incorporated elements of contemporary art, craft, and design into lesson plans.
Collaborated with museum staff to align workshops with exhibition themes and collections.
DCTV - VIDEO EDITING INSTRUCTOR - 2024
Developed and taught a beginner video editing fundamentals course.
Created lesson plans that integrated technical skills with artistic expression.
Provided constructive feedback to students, fostering growth and skill development.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Strong foundation in best practices for gallery teaching, including guided inquiry and multimodal engagement.
Extensive knowledge of visual arts, art history, and contemporary art, craft, and design practices.
Familiarity with NYC Department of Education "Blueprint for Teaching and Learning in Visual Arts".
Experienced in developing lesson plans tailored to specific themes, grade levels, and learning objectives.
Proficient in adapting teaching methods to diverse learning styles and abilities.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and co-teach with other educators and staff.
Strong organizational skills, including adherence to schedules, deadlines, and administrative guidelines.
Committed to prioritizing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion in all aspects of art education.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
EDUCATION
Pratt Institute - Communication Design.