Education

Howard University

Bachelors of Fine Arts · 2005

Continued Education

Trinity Washington University

Certificate: Elementary/Secondary Education · 2020-2021

Intro to Special Education, Human Growth & Development, Methods of Secondary Teaching, Teaching Reading in Content Area ( Elementary), Teaching Literacy in the Content Area (Secondary), Performance-Based Instruction/Assessment.

Experience

Creative Arts & Special Education Countywide Public Education System (Maryland) | 2009–2025

Visual Arts Educator, K-5

• Designed virtual and in-person creative arts curriculum for grades K-5th grade traditional and special education students.

• Created engaging and interactive lesson plans that encourage students to explore their creativity.

• Provided engaging and impactful instructional support in diverse educational settings.

• Collaborated with instructors to develop lesson plans that connected art to other academic subjects.

• Implemented art experiences that allow students to identify, describe, and interpret observed art forms to analyze ways art elements are used in artworks.

• Organized and facilitated county-wide art show showcasing works by students.

Itinerant Special Educator, Early Childhood

• Designed custom learning activities to support student development and increase their fine motor skills; incorporated a variety of teaching mediums to engage students with diverse learning abilities.

• Worked with students in groups and one-on-one to meet IEP goals.

• Built trusting relationships with students and families through empathy, cultural sensitivity, and consistent communication.

Music Educator, K-5

• Delivered full-time general music instruction across K–5 classrooms, following district curriculum and lesson pacing.

• Assumed full instructional responsibilities, including lesson planning, student assessment, classroom management, and parent communication.

• Adapted instruction for diverse learners, including ELL and students with IEPs goals.

• Maintained consistent and engaging classroom environment.

Art Director/Assistant Art Director

Community Parks & Recreation Departments - Virginia (2015-2018), Maryland (2023-2024)

• Developed and executed a comprehensive art program for campers aged 6-16, including painting, drawing, culture, and craft activities fostering their artistic talent and creativity.

• Collaborated with camp leadership to integrate art activities into the overall camp curriculum.

• Supervised instructional art staff and volunteers, ensuring program quality and alignment with program goals.

• Organized and curated art exhibitions to showcase camp participants' work, fostering a sense of accomplishment and pride.

• Promoted inclusive access through culturally relevant programming and adaptive materials for participants with disabilities.

• Organized and curated end-of-season art shows to showcase participant work, increase community involvement, and celebrate artistic growth.

Sports Apparel Graphic Designer, Miami, FL • 2006-2008

• Designed original vector-based logos and custom graphics from scratch for local youth sports teams.

• Created sublimated artwork for team uniforms and apparel, including football and basketball jerseys, using industry-standard design software.

• Maintained an organized and accessible digital art library, including logo files, artwork archives, and product mockups.

• Worked directly with sales and production teams to translate customer concepts into bold, wearable team branding.

Division of Leisure & Youth /Human Services, Baumholder, Germany

U.S. Army MWR · 2008-2009

• Counseled and mentored children and youth of military families, providing a stable and supportive environment during their parents’ deployment.

• Worked in child development centers at various overseas U.S. Army bases, delivering tailored programs to meet the needs of military children.

• Coordinated and facilitated art, aquatics, and sports programs, promoting physical activity, teamwork, and personal growth.

• Adapted programs and activities to suit the needs and interests of diverse age groups and cultural backgrounds.

Additional Creative and Professional Experience

• The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) Maryland Certified Boating Safety Operator · 2025

• Assistant Soccer Coach – Public School Athletics Program · 2022-2024

• Potomac Association for Art Therapy (PATA) Member • 2015-Present

• Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) Member • 1996-Present