Work:
South Street Seaport Museum Oct 2011 to 2000
Museum Educator
Symphony Space Sep 2006 to 2000
Teaching Artist
Discovery Programs - New York, NY Feb 2009 to Dec 2011
Teacher of Art and Early Childhood Classes
Art for Self-Discovery - New York, NY 1994 to 2011
Teacher and Owner of Private Art Studio
Center for Arts Education: Parents As Arts Partners Grant - New York, NY Dec 2006 to Jun 2008
Teaching Artist
Leap ( Learning through an Expanded Arts Program) - New York, NY Apr 2006 to Jun 2006
Teaching Artist
Arbor Glen Care and Rehabilitation Center - Cedar Grove, NJ 1987 to 1995
Director of Therapeutic Recreation and Consultant
Ridgewood Public Schools - Ridgewood, NJ 1981 to 1986
Teacher of Art, K - 6
Education:
Thomas Edison College - Trenton, NJ 1984 to 1985
Credits Towards N.J Teacher Certification in Art Education
University of Akron - Akron, OH
B.S. in Education and Art
Skills:
Promote creativity through unique program design and skillful ability to motivate students to experiment, take risks and trust their ideas Researched, designed and developed curricula in areas of art history, art appreciation and studio skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborative work with team members and community outreach Developed, produced and organized art gallery exhibits in educational and community settings; intergenerational programs; departmental budgets Supervised, recruited, and trained staff Artist and exhibitor, solo and group shows
