Teaching Resume:
Summary Statement
Accomplished teaching artist holding a Master of Fine Arts degree from Pennsylvania Western University (formerly Edinboro University of Pennsylvania). Possesses a robust background in studio art, art history, and design, with active experience instructing diverse populations including children, adults, and individuals with special needs. Proven expertise in curriculum development, classroom management, and effective communication, thriving both independently and as a collaborative team player.
Education
Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art | 2012
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Studio Art | 2009
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Teaching Experience
Art Teacher (Long-Term Substitute), April–May and September–December 2025
St. Augustine’s Preparatory High School, Richland, NJ
-Instructed six diverse art classes, including Art I, Art II, 2D and 3D design, and AP Art, ensuring seamless academic continuity during the lead teacher's absence.
-Developed and implemented engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans and projects using a variety of mediums, including acrylic paint, paper mache, drawing, and printmaking techniques.
-Guided students in developing fundamental art skills and building confidence, fostering creativity and self-expression within the established curriculum framework.
-Managed all classroom operations, including student assessment, grading, communication with administrators, and integration of educational technology as a learning tool.
Printmaking Instructor, April–August 2025 January- February 2026
Allens Lane Art Center, Mt. Airy, PA
-Taught relief printmaking techniques to adult students across two six-week sessions.
-Demonstrated technical skills, discussed historical contexts of printmaking, and mentored students through brainstorming, image development, and technical troubleshooting from color mixing to registration
Artist in Residence, February–December 2024
Philadelphia Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA
-Collaborated with Holy Ghost Preparatory School to design and lead two distinct ten-week projects for high school juniors and seniors.
-Managed all project logistics, including curriculum design, budget adherence, supply research, timeline coordination, and communication with school and museum administrators.
-Facilitated a "Sanctuary" themed project for ten students utilizing woodblock and monotype techniques; instructed carving, safety, and printing techniques.
-Directed a "Duality and Identity" project for eight students involving historical research, paper mache techniques, screen printing, and collage for medieval mask construction.
Visiting Artist, July 2024
Philadelphia Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA
-Co-developed and executed a project titled "Safe Space," guiding conversations on architectural and environmental elements (color, symmetry, subject) that foster calming environments.
-Facilitated museum tours for inspiration and instructed students on developing screen-printed repeat patterns on fabric.
-Ensured effective classroom management, maintaining a productive and inclusive learning environment, and time management.
Teaching Artist / Product Coordinator, September 2016 – 2025
Center for Creative Works (CCW), Wynnewood, PA
-Coordinated and produced screen printing contract jobs for local organizations and retail inventory, meeting all deadlines and maintaining active inventory.
-Utilized extensive technical knowledge in screen printing for production, quality control, and troubleshooting for t-shirts, totebags, and greeting cards.
-Instructed and mentored over eighty participant artists in screen printing techniques, portfolio development, and drawing and painting.
-Managed digital file preparation using Photoshop and Illustrator and performed daily administrative documentation.
Instructor, October 2022
Second State Press, Philadelphia, PA
-Developed and led a single-session workshop for five students on screen printing Heavy Metal and Halloween-inspired imagery on both paper and textiles.
-Taught the complete process from drawing preparation and screen exposure to final printing techniques.
Adjunct Professor of Illustration, August – September 2020
Hussian College: Philadelphia, PA
-Taught Intermediate Illustration to junior-level students, focusing on developing drawing and digital skills through semester-long projects centered on social issues and art history reactions.
-Managed all course administration, including grading, lesson planning via the Canvas LMS, and maintaining office hours.
Artist in Residence, September–December 2019
Philadelphia Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA
-Collaborated with a middle school teacher to develop three ten-week projects for fifth and sixth graders at Thomas K. Finletter school, exploring themes of identity, symbols, and self-portraiture.
-Managed all logistics, including budget, timelines, and administration communication.
Executed projects utilizing photography, relief printmaking, screen printing, and multi-media collage.
Lead Museum Educator, September 2018–May 2019
Philadelphia Art Museum, Philadelphia, PA
-Led the studio curriculum for the Delphi Art Club, a year-long residency for twenty middle schoolers.
-Developed lesson plans and managed budgets for projects utilizing relief printmaking, screen printing, and ceramics.
-Conducted independent research to acquire necessary hand-building ceramics skills for curriculum execution.
-Co-developed a collaborative permanent display project for the Philadelphia Zoo.
Studio Manager, January 2015–2018
Second State Press, Philadelphia, PA
-Supervised ten work-exchange residents (FOB holders), ensuring adherence to safety protocols (OSHA) and facility maintenance.
-Managed design and production process for retail items, leading meetings, establishing deadlines, and collaborating with the marketing team.
Awards & Residencies
Artist in Residence, June 2024
Lacawac Sanctuary Field Station and Environmental Education Center, Lacawac, PA
Awarded a one-week residency to develop a new series of paintings and conduct visual research on local bird behavior.
Visiting Artist, April 2018
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
-Selected to collaborate with Egress Press and Research to produce an edition of intaglio prints and delivered two one-hour lectures on personal artistic practice.
Print Fellow, May - October 2015
The Wassaic Project, Wassaic, NY
-Selected for a six-month residency; managed the screen printing facility and artist editioning program, coordinating timelines for ten visiting artists and worked as lead printer developing artist editions.