Background

Relationship-focused professional and educator with a passion for the place where art and business overlap. Dedicated to drawing on a background in the arts and several years’ experience in operations management to deliver exceptional experiences and increase any company’s ability to meet its mission.

Job experience

• November 2019 - present
  Substitute Teacher
  OLPH School
  

  Santa Clarita, CA, USA

  Deliver multiple subject curricula to students of various backgrounds and needs. Employ differentiated instruction and positive reinforcement to drive engagement and ensure understanding. Maintain accurate documentation and provide detailed notes to ensure learning continuity.

• April 2017 - present
  Stage Instructor
  Painting With a Twist
  

  Santa Clarita, CA, USA

  Organize and lead a portfolio of beginner-friendly painting classes, including public and private events for both adults (e.g. wine events, bachelorette parties, etc.) and youth. Manage event operations, from preparing the studio to reconciling payments and attendance.
  -Ensured outstanding customer experiences and positive on-line reviews – with customers specifically referencing “the fabulous staff” by creating a culture of positivity, fun, and creative expression.
  -Helped expand the business by creating a successful email newsletter that educated potential customers on the company’s products and encouraged people to sign up for “take-home” project kits.
  -Leveraged national and studio-level sales data, program statistics, and a deep understanding of the customer to develop effective on-line monthly schedules that drive increased sign-ups.
  -Grew community awareness of the studio and program attendance by managing booths at local fairs, engaging with people about class offerings, and providing promotional codes.

• February 2018 - December 2019
  Senior Robotics Instructor
  Bricks 4 Kidz
  

  Santa Clarita, CA, USA

  Facilitated creative workshops and after-school programs across the Santa Clarity Valley. Leveraged LEGOs to teach students a range of concepts, including art, engineering, teamwork, and creative problem solving. Partnered with program leaders to create and evaluate presentation plans.

Education

• California College of the Arts
  Bachelors of Fine Arts in Illustration
  

  2012 - 2016

  Graduated with distinction and a 3.8 GPA