Resume
Instructional Designer
Educator
Graphic Designer
Experience
August 2019 - Present
PA Leadership Charter School, Center for Performing and Fine Arts
Middle & High School Art & Design Teacher/ Yearbook Advisor
July 2014 - April 2017
Upper Darby High School
High School Art Teacher
• Developed and implemented NAEA standards aligned curriculum to achieve organization's goals
• Collaborated, developed and managed daily lessons
• Created engaging course content in multimedia formats, including learner and educator guides, slideware, and video demonstrations
• Assessed and analyzed data to enhance student performance
• One-on-one coaching and customized training tailored to individual learning types
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• Managed learning content for multiple courses in an LMS​​
June 2006 - Present
Freelance Designer |
Adult Art Coaching
• Collaborate with clients to develop design brand and communication collateral across digital and print platforms. Includes: logos, brand identities, business cards, brochures, presentations, book covers, posters, etc.
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• One-on-one coaching and tutoring customized to individual learning types
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• Provide a one-on-one approach, by developing a variety of resources, lesson, and tailored feedback and guidance to meet the individual needs of the artist
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• Assist artists in clarifying and achieving their artistic goals
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Certifications and Education
2025
Curriculum and Instructional Design certification, Teacher Transition
2021
Instructional II Certification, Art PK-12, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
2013
Masters of Arts in Teaching, Visual Arts,
The University of the Arts
2007
BFA Graphic Design,
The University of the Arts
Professional Skills
Leader | Collaborator | Project Manager | Adult Art Coach | AP Certified Instructor | Organized | Life-long Learner | Growth Mindset | Interpersonal Communication
- Instructional Design
eLearning development and management | Needs Analysis | Storyboarding + Scripting| Curriculum Writing + Development | ILT/VILT Training | ADDIE Method | Adult Learning Theory | Design Thinking | SEL practices
- Software Expertise
Articulate Suite | Camtasia | Canva | Canvas LMS | Adobe Creative Suite CS3 - CC Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Premiere | MS Office & Google Suite