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Eastern University, Philadelphia, PA.
GPA. 4.0
University of the Arts, Philadelphia PA:
GPA 4.0
University of the Arts, Philadelphia PA
Northern Burlington Regional High School, Burlington, New Jersey
Saint Marys School, Bordentown, New Jersey
Grades: 9-10 | Number of Students: 200 | 2 years
- High School Ranked #2 best PA Charter High School in PA 2024 by US News & World Reports spearheading the academic and personal development of 9th and 10th-grade students, fostering a school culture that empowers students to excel as academic scholars.
- Managed morning staff coverage, the school calendar, as well as PowerSchool rostering new students to the school into classes, rostering advisory teachers, and uploading transcripts for students historical academic records.
- Strategically enhance the school's reputation by incorporating art into the school culture, positioning it as a unique selling point to attract and retain students while facilitating a well-rounded, enriching student life experience by coordinating extracurricular activities, events, and programs such as the Personal Project and Service as Action.
- Direct the implementation and ongoing improvement of the Art curriculum, encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and cultural appreciation.
- Collaborate with faculty, parents, and students to address and resolve concerns, fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress and attainment of students, implementing interventions where necessary to ensure academic success.
Grades: 7-12 | Number of Students: 550 | 5 years
- Established a multicultural and internationally-minded school culture as Service as Action Coordinator, overseeing community outreach and campus administration.
- Implemented strategic educational initiatives, including growth mindset practices and social-emotional learning (SEL) development strategies, while managing the school calendar and end-of-day transportation.
- Led and supervised a team of seven teachers, handling everything from daily observation to hiring and professional development within the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum.
- Orchestrated efficient communication and planning through frequent department and curriculum meetings, contributing to enhanced teaching practices and improved learning outcomes.
- Actively participated in board meetings, ensuring consistent enforcement of school rules and maintenance of safe learning environments across hallways and cafeterias.
- Effectively managed data collection processes, participated in leadership committee meetings, and supervised the art department budget, demonstrating strong administrative acumen and financial management skills.
Grades 2-8 / Number of students: 20 | 3 years
- While at The Kind Institute, I performed successful teacher observations, evaluated lesson plans, and played a key role in staff hiring. In addition, I served as the main contact point for families. I also initiated community events through strategic networking with local businesses and community leaders, working in concert with our established board.
- Attended a two-day Discipline Decision-Makers Bootcamp designed for educators, focusing on integrating restorative practices into behavior management, with training on prevention, intervention, and suppression strategies to enhance campus safety and community.
- Course Year 1 & Year 2: Collaborated with school leaders in the Philadelphia region during my studies at NISL, focusing on the practical applications and impacts of Action Learning and Equity in education, and contributing to a shared vision for educational equity.
- Participated in a workshop led by Mrs. Aguilar, where we explored effective coaching techniques for administrators, leveraging strategies from "The Art of Coaching" to enhance teacher development and student achievement.
- Collaborated with a cohort of assistant principals and principals via NISL on post-COVID education transitions, focusing on the shift from hybrid to traditional learning. Examined the impact of ESSA and PADOE's Act 13 on learning and teacher evaluations in Pennsylvania, facilitating a shared vision for observation-based evaluations and understanding changes in principal evaluation expectations.
Grades: 9-12 | 5 years
- At SLCS, I taught internationally evaluated Visual Arts courses for grades 9-12, developed the Diploma Program Art curriculum, and achieved an average student enrollment growth rate of 300% over three years. Gained valuable experience in remote and hybrid teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Grades: K-12 | 1 year
- As a freelance teacher at Source4Teachers, I taught across a variety of K-12 grade levels in public schools throughout central and southern New Jersey with a focus on one-to-one student support.
Grades: 9-12 | 3 years
- Taught in a Title II inner-city school within Philadelphia School District's turnaround network, where I honed significant skills in classroom management and school safety.
Grades: K-8 | 1 summer
- While teaching in Jamaica, I conducted classes on self-sustainability, health and nutrition, and art, and also built a functioning ceramic kiln for community use.
Grades: 2-8 | 4 years
- Led a computer building class integrated with design technology, guiding students through introductory programming and project development within the design cycle.
Grades: 2-5 | 1 summer
Grades: K-12 | 1 year
Philadelphia Museum of Art - Philadelphia, PA (Grades: 2-5)
Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) - Philadelphia, PA (Grades: 9-12)
HMS School for Cerebral Palsy - Philadelphia, PA (Grades: SPED)
G. W. Childs Elementary School - Philadelphia, PA (Grades: K-8)
G. W. Childs Elementary School - Philadelphia, PA (Grades: K-8)
Grades: K-5 | 3 years
- Collaboratively secured $20,000 in Google ad grant funding at The Kind Institute, effectively marketing our venue and raising $3,000 in a single night during a partnered event with Hyrdopose Studios in Philadelphia.
- Secured a building in Point Breeze, Philadelphia, for our organization, successfully establishing an art center for inner-city school children.
- Received an international award for the artwork "Bitcoin," which underscored the rise of digital assets and currencies, in a Japan-based exhibition, acknowledged for its reflection of contemporary world trends and the future of asset management.
- Awarded in recognition of my contributions to advancing the field of art education.
- Recognized for designing lessons inspired by my artwork, fostering unique, student-driven inquiry-based units.
"South Philadelphia after school engagement is combating youth violence."
"An artist & art teacher working on growing the KIND Institute in Point Breeze."
"Arts Center to fill Commercial Vacancy in Point Breeze"
"New Building at Point Breeze & Titan will house an art center."
"Arts Center called Kind Institute to open in Point Breeze."
"Point Breeze: Kind Institute prepares to open its gallery doors."
“Exhibition Opening”
Non-Profit | 4 years
- Co-Founded and managed an inner-city STEAM educational organization within a sponsored community-centered art gallery. Oversaw elementary and adult classes, community outreach, charity events, fundraising, and hosting large-scale events.
Winter Fundraiser - Hydropose Studio, Philadelphia PA
Prelude to the Future - Contemporary Japanese & American Medallic Art-Kyoto Japan Beijing Shanghai China
Philly Photo Day - Philadelphia Photo Arts Center, Philadelphia, PA
20/92 - Crane Arts, Philadelphia, PA
Filipino American Association of Philadelphia Mural - Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, Philadelphia, PA
Emerging Voices - Medialia Rack and Hamper Gallery, New York, NY
The Switcheroo Show - Moore College of Art & Design, Philadelphia, PA
Happy Birthday Everybody - (Curatorial Residency) Goldilocks Gallery, Philadelphia, PA
Contemporary Musings - (Curatorial Residency) Goldilocks Gallery, Philadelphia, PA
The History of Art Education - University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA
Goldilocks Studios Installation - (Curatorial Residency) Goldilocks Gallery, Philadelphia, PA
Everything Must Glow - Psy-Fi Productions, Philadelphia, PA
Falcon Gallery Opening Show - Falcon Gallery, Philadelphia, PA
