Experience

Hearth Food Garden

• United States
• Food & Beverages
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of People & Culture

  • Aug 2022 - Jul 2023

  Portsmouth, New Hampshire, United States Hired to help build and launch a premium community gathering place (start-up) from the ground up with the intention of creating a more innovative and wellness-focused workplace within the hospitality sector.



Art Camp

• France
• Consumer Goods

• Founder/Director

  • Jun 2010 - Aug 2022

  Deerfield, New Hampshire, United States • Oversees all programming, marketing, billing, supply acquisition, liability insurance, and registration • Manages a $500 budget and allocates spend accordingly to give participants a wide variety of innovative and fun projects that inspire them to try new mediums they wouldn’t normally get to work with (glass, clay) • Thoughtfully designs contact for a wide range of abilities and ages to increase success and engagement • Mentor past participants who come back to take part… Show more • Oversees all programming, marketing, billing, supply acquisition, liability insurance, and registration • Manages a $500 budget and allocates spend accordingly to give participants a wide variety of innovative and fun projects that inspire them to try new mediums they wouldn’t normally get to work with (glass, clay) • Thoughtfully designs contact for a wide range of abilities and ages to increase success and engagement • Mentor past participants who come back to take part in a counselor role assisting younger participants Show less



Deerfield Community School

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Art Teacher

  • Aug 2006 - Aug 2022

  Deerfield, New Hampshire, United States • Designs and implements multi-dimensional, choice-based curriculum that is sensitive to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all facets of school community • Designs curriculum based on analyzing student data • Pivots seamlessly between in-person and remote content delivery • Manages annual budget of $15,000 and allocates spend accordingly to accommodate 500+ students • Participated in school’s Contract Campaigns during the 2011, 2014, and 2017 election seasons … Show more • Designs and implements multi-dimensional, choice-based curriculum that is sensitive to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all facets of school community • Designs curriculum based on analyzing student data • Pivots seamlessly between in-person and remote content delivery • Manages annual budget of $15,000 and allocates spend accordingly to accommodate 500+ students • Participated in school’s Contract Campaigns during the 2011, 2014, and 2017 election seasons • Coordinated multiple campaign efforts for the passage of 2011 contract including delegating responsibilities, designing brochure, and meeting with school board. • Has additionally served as a New Teacher Mentor since 2012, cultivating supportive relationships with new teachers and developing them through one-on-one trainings in year-long mentorship program • Has additionally served as a Cooperating Teacher since 2008 in partnership with UNH ◦ Trains and mentors graduate-level students during their year-long internship in [my] classroom. (Former interns shared they felt “totally prepared” when entering the work force as a result of their internship with me.) Maintains a 100% placement rate of all previous interns • Has additionally served as a Professional Learning Community Coach since 2009 ◦ Attended coaches’ trainings in 2009 and has since been recognized by colleagues as the go-to person for help and questions when wondering how to handle certain situations ◦ Develops safe group norms so that colleagues feel like they can step out of their comfort zones to solve problems ◦ Co-authored/published The Inspired Image Protocol; a tool for building collegial community ◦ Leads monthly meetings of cross-functional stakeholders to solve issues within their practice • Serves as Honor Society Advisor, designing application, certificate, reviewing applicants and offering community service opportunities for students Show less



University of New Hampshire

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adjunct Professor of Art Education

  • 2014 - May 2022

  Durham, NH • Coordinates, designs, and teaches methods courses in art education to college/graduate level students • Consults with Art/Art History and Education departments to assist student and programming needs • Coaches students on how to advocate for themselves in order to get the most out of their college experience • Strong ability to alter and deliver content when remote setting is required



NH Department of Education

• Visual Arts Team Leader

  • Jun 2019 - Aug 2019

  Concord, NH • Chosen by NHDOE Arts Consultant to lead team of educators from NH to rewrite Visual Arts Standards • Developed team norms, delegated responsibilities, met regularly to check on progress and made decisions on next steps to achieve goal • Presented new standards that aligned with national standards to NH Education Commissioner



Buddhi Boutique

• United States
• Apparel & Fashion

• Co-Owner/Founder

  • 2011 - 2012

  Portsmouth, NH • Co-authored mission and vision statements for Buddhi Boutique brand, helped with business licensure with state and city, etc. • Co-wrote copy and helped website development, logo development; responsible for researching and purchasing products from brands with mission/vision alignment • Responsible for retail space set up and development, marketing, social media and blog posts



Rye Recreation Department

• Program Director

  • 2000 - 2005

  Rye, NH • Coordinated, developed, implemented, and maintained various programs including after school program and Summertime HoRYEzons Program • Assisted director with organization and delivery of various community programs including soccer, basketball, ski/snowboard, cheerleading, art programs and senior citizen programs • Responsible for newsletters and billing of afterschool program, hiring and overseeing staff • Developed and maintained community relationships including all… Show more • Coordinated, developed, implemented, and maintained various programs including after school program and Summertime HoRYEzons Program • Assisted director with organization and delivery of various community programs including soccer, basketball, ski/snowboard, cheerleading, art programs and senior citizen programs • Responsible for newsletters and billing of afterschool program, hiring and overseeing staff • Developed and maintained community relationships including all municipal departments, Rye Elementary and Middle Schools as well as outside programming providers and Rye citizens of all ages Show less