Early Childhood Educator

• Nov 2021 - Present

Assist with the planning, facilitation and implementation of individual and group activities designed to encourage the social, emotional and intellectual development of the children,employing a variety of materials and activities to support learning objectives

EC Art, Music, French

• Aug 2022 - Aug 2023

Accelerative Integrated Methodology (AIM) brings true transformation to the experience of teaching and learning languages.Authentic learning is achieved through scaffolding techniques which use story-telling, gestures, active collaboration and repetition. The use of high-frequency vocabulary, introduced with gestures and contextualized in stories, drama, songs and dance, allows students to rapidly achieve levels of oral and written proficiency rarely seen with conventional methods.

Visual Arts Teacher

• Aug 2020 - Apr 2022

Empowering students (G2-5) to find, develop and grow their creative expression.Drawing & PaintingFibers & SewingCeramicsTheatre

Founder, art teacher

• Jul 2017 - Dec 2021

We are a bilingual art studio offering English / French art classes during the school year for children and teens and adults; Workshops in schools and Mairies, and small art exhibitions. We also do Pop-up camps, Paint Parties and Birthdays. In the Studio, through playful moments, your child will be invited to use various materials and give free rein to his or her imagination by creating works of art - drawings, paintings, collages, material effects, objects, Inspired by a story, a poem, a song, a role-playing game, or an image.In the workshop, art and creation will develop the learning of English. Your child will acquire other tools for understanding vocabulary, group work, narrative, presentation of a work._Atelier bilingue où l’art, la création développeront l’apprentissage de l'anglais.Nous vous proposons des cours d'art plastique bilingue anglais / français pendant l'année scolaire pour les enfants, les adolescents ; des interventions dans les écoles et mairies, et des ateliers pendant les vacances scolaires.Dans le Studio, à travers des moments ludiques, votre enfant sera invité à utiliser divers matériaux et à donner libre cours à son imagination en créant des oeuvres d’art - des dessins, des peintures, des collages, des effets matiers, des objets, inspirés d’une histoire, un poème, une chanson, un jeu de rôle, ou bien un image.Dans l'atelier, l’art et la création développeront l’apprentissage de l’anglais. Votre enfant acquerra ainsi d’autres outils de compréhension du vocabulaire, du travail en groupe, du récit, de la présentation d’un travail. Show less

école bilingue maria montessori - Versailles

• Feb 2020 - Mar 2020

Substitute Art teacher in the after-school program, teaching art in English to bilingual students aged 6 to 10 years old for four classes.

Communications Specialist

• Sep 2018 - Nov 2021

RISE Visual Art Teacher

• Sep 2018 - Dec 2018

Taught a semester elective of Visual Art to the middle school grades 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th (aged 11 - 15 year olds) with a focus on DIFFERENTIATION in the art studio to Encourage Students TO TAKE OWNERSHIP OF THEIR LEARNING - thru exploration of Artists, Art Periods, Artistic Styles, Media and Tools, Process of Art-making, and Pacing of Projects

Early Childhood & Lower Elementary Art Teacher (cycles 1 &2)

• Sep 2020 - Jul 2021

Nurturing creativity, exploration and studio habits in young students- K3 to 1st Grade. prof d'arts visuels pour les cycles 1 & 2 Nurturing creativity, exploration and studio habits in young students- K3 to 1st Grade. prof d'arts visuels pour les cycles 1 & 2

Freelance Contributor

• Jun 2017 - Jul 2021

Having lived and worked in Europe, Asia and South America I contribute articles from my perspective on how children create art; their connections between art and history and the process one goes through in expressing oneself creatively. Having lived and worked in Europe, Asia and South America I contribute articles from my perspective on how children create art; their connections between art and history and the process one goes through in expressing oneself creatively.

K3 - 5th grade English Immersion Teacher at Ecole Sainte-Marie Sion Paris

• Feb 2020 - Jul 2020

In a French primary school, worked as English Immersion teacher, reinforced lessons by tutoring individual students and in small groups. I created lesson plans, documented progress, and oversaw lesson preparations. (17h/week) In a French primary school, worked as English Immersion teacher, reinforced lessons by tutoring individual students and in small groups. I created lesson plans, documented progress, and oversaw lesson preparations. (17h/week)

Middle School Art Teacher

• Sep 2019 - Dec 2019

Taught Visual Art for a semester elective to the middle school grades 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th (aged 11 - 15 year olds). We worked on drawing, painting, sculpture and digital art. We used VTS to explore Artists, Art Periods, Artistic Styles, Media and Tools, and the Process of Art-making. Taught Visual Art for a semester elective to the middle school grades 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th (aged 11 - 15 year olds). We worked on drawing, painting, sculpture and digital art. We used VTS to explore Artists, Art Periods, Artistic Styles, Media and Tools, and the Process of Art-making.

Quiltfest Judging Assistant/Scribe

• Aug 2019 - Aug 2019

For the duration of one whole day (11hrs), an amazing opportunity to work alongside the judges, assisting them in note-taking and writing of critiques for each of the contest entries (144 total quilt entries). Being present as judges evaluated each piece, learning of the criteria for mastering design and workmanship, and learning the terminology was eye-opening. Witnessing first hand the judging system, use of categories, ethics and awards was a wonderful experience. Seeing the quilts before the public opening of the show was also a treasure. It was fun to play a small role in the team and see a bit of behind the scenes of setting up the show (ie. quilt labels are hidden so contestants are anonymous during judging; how quilts are hung and winning quilts are moved to a special area, etc...). Talking with the judges outside of judging time (during breakfast and lunch) was a wonderful way to meet new people and hear of their upcoming endeavors and projects. Show less

Visual Arts Teacher

• Aug 2015 - Jul 2017

Elementary Art, Middle School Art & Media, High School Art, AP, Yearbook, Ceramics. Art curriculum development; Classroom management and lesson planning; Art equipment and materials ordering and purchasing; Approx.18 teaching hrs/ week plus more for planning and communicating with the team and parents. Participated in dept meetings and with extras like organising annual Art Show, Picture Day and designing and sewing the costumes for various performances. Offered PD workshops for colleagues and ran a student art club and sewing club as well as a staff sewing club for After School Activities. Show less

Designer & Seamstress, Art Teacher

• 2006 - Jun 2017

Created sewing classes to meet the various skill levels and interests for students aged 9 and above; created several sewn items for charity raffles & auctions and as gift items. - Working hours: approx. 15h /week - Professional activities: creating an array of items from Embroidered & Sewn Accessories, Patchwork Quilts and Theatre Costumes to Greetings Cards, Photographs, and Children's items; teaching sewing classes to children and adults. Created sewing classes to meet the various skill levels and interests for students aged 9 and above; created several sewn items for charity raffles & auctions and as gift items. - Working hours: approx. 15h /week - Professional activities: creating an array of items from Embroidered & Sewn Accessories, Patchwork Quilts and Theatre Costumes to Greetings Cards, Photographs, and Children's items; teaching sewing classes to children and adults.

Quiltfest Judging Assistant/Scribe and Exhibition Hostess/White Glove Docents

• Aug 2015 - Aug 2015

During a period of four days, I worked as a Judging Assistant/Scribe serving the judging team by being organised, taking notes, hand writing the judges' comments, filling in official certificates, and as Exhibition Hostess/White Glove Docent allowing the backs of quilts and other details to be viewed by visitors during the World Quilt New England QUILTFEST show. I've never been so fabulously absorbed in quilts before. Being scribe during the judging of the quilts was a wonderfully intense and overwhelming experience. A full 10 hour day of doing nothing but looking at quilts. Not just looking at them, but writing comments for each one after touching them, examining stitches, evaluating colour and composition, and comparing them. The other days as a white glove docent were equally fulfilling as I could share the backs of quilts and information about the quilter and handiwork with visitors. Show less

K-12 Arts & English Teacher,École Française Internationale de Wuhan

• Feb 2012 - Jun 2015

Professor of Art in English, École Française Internationale Wuhan, China Designed and implemented a curriculum & grading rubric for theatre and visual art classes taught in English with maths & science elements to K – 12th grade francophone students under le projet EMILE, an acronym that stands for «Enseignement d’une Matière par l’Intégration d’une Langue Etrangère».- Working hours: approx. 20h /week- Professional activities: Introducing students to a variety of media over the course of the school year to complete drawing projects, painting projects and creating 3D objects; instructing students in art history, well-known artists and art movements developing in the students an appreciation for art; enhancing fluency in a foreign language; organizing art shows & theatre performances to showcase student work; art & crafts club- Professional skills: Strong teaching sense, creativity, cultural sensitivity- Personal qualities: Rigorous, organized, responsible, enthusiastic Show less

Visual Arts & Theatre in English Teacher, École MLF/PSA Wuhan

• Feb 2012 - Jun 2012

Under the “Projet Emile” Designed and carried out various interdisciplinary Visual Arts projects, in English to French students in K – 4th grades.- Working hours: approx. 6h /week- Professional activities: helping students learn to appreciate and create art while enhancing conversation skills in a foreign language; organizing an art show & theatre performance in collaboration with core teachers to showcase student work

Head Designer

• Sep 2010 - Oct 2011

Conception, création et réalisation de coussins, sur mésure, à partir de linges de maison anciens, entièrement brodé à la main Conception, création et réalisation de coussins, sur mésure, à partir de linges de maison anciens, entièrement brodé à la main

Professor of Visual Art and B&W Photography

• Sep 2004 - Jul 2006

Designed and implemented a curriculum and grading rubric for teenagers 13 to 18 years; with some students IB candidates.

Professor of English, Theatre and Art in Extension Program

• Oct 2003 - Jun 2006

Designed and carried out courses for 8 to 16 years (4classes-12h/sem.)

Costumes Wardrobe Assistant - Shows & Parades

• 1999 - 2004

responsible for fittings & altering of costumes, communicating with and dressing performers, as well as quickly timed costume changes during various shows (Pocahontas, Winnie the Pooh, Lion King) and daily parades. responsible for fittings & altering of costumes, communicating with and dressing performers, as well as quickly timed costume changes during various shows (Pocahontas, Winnie the Pooh, Lion King) and daily parades.

Assistant Professor of Art Intern

• Jan 2003 - Jun 2003

Assistant Professor of Art Intern at Bicentennial Elementary & North High School Prepared and implemented courses for students in elementary and high school: drawing, painting, art history, creative arts, and black and white photography Assistant Professor of Art Intern at Bicentennial Elementary & North High School Prepared and implemented courses for students in elementary and high school: drawing, painting, art history, creative arts, and black and white photography

Modéliste (pattern drafter)

• Apr 2002 - Nov 2002

Modéliste – réalisation de la Collection Haute Couture Printemps/ Été 2002 Modéliste – réalisation de la Collection Haute Couture Printemps/ Été 2002

Arts & Crafts Summer Teaching Assistant

• Jul 2001 - Aug 2001

Assisted in Preparing and carrying out creative arts courses for 6 to 10 year olds. Assisted in Preparing and carrying out creative arts courses for 6 to 10 year olds.

Historical Costumer intern

• Mar 2000 - May 2000

Recreated the costumes worn by Sarah Bernhardt - incorporating original textile elements, based on photographs and historical research. Recreated the costumes worn by Sarah Bernhardt - incorporating original textile elements, based on photographs and historical research.

Habilleuse

• Mar 2000 - Mar 2000

Wardrobe Mistress, preparation of garments before & during fashion shows Wardrobe Mistress, preparation of garments before & during fashion shows

Pattern drafting intern

• Jan 2000 - Mar 2000

Patternmaking intern for the 2000 Winter Collection Patternmaking intern for the 2000 Winter Collection

Costume intern

• Jun 1997 - Aug 1997

Twelfth Night" – Wardrobe Mistress: ensured care of costumes, sewed alterations, helped actors dress and achieve quick costume changes during the performance Twelfth Night" – Wardrobe Mistress: ensured care of costumes, sewed alterations, helped actors dress and achieve quick costume changes during the performance

Lifeguard

• Jun 1997 - Aug 1997

16hours/ week Worked with a team of lifeguards every weekend to maintain continuous surveillance on an hourly basis of people in the water, ensuring that swimmers were swimming within the safety protocols; Called out warnings to people who may have ventured too far; provided safety information to people prior to them indulging in the water Ensured that all swimming/beach equipment was stored safely and that any lost items were kept in a safe place; performed checks to ensure safety and hygiene on the beach and in beach's facilities Show less

Camp Counselor

• 1994 - 1997

4 Summers filled with Leadership, Education, Adventure, Development, Friendship, Service and Fun in the Girl Scout way! Leader of Juniors; the Program Aids; Arts & Crafts Counselor 4 Summers filled with Leadership, Education, Adventure, Development, Friendship, Service and Fun in the Girl Scout way! Leader of Juniors; the Program Aids; Arts & Crafts Counselor