Teaching

Objective

Creative educator seeking CTE teaching opportunities in Sacramento-area schools. Actively pursuing a CTE credential and planned secondary teaching credential through an intern program in 2026. Passionate about STEAM education, student-centered learning, and integrating art and technology into the classroom.

Teaching Experience

Adjunct Professor, Modern Making & Web Design

Sacramento City College • 2006-2013 & 2016-Present

Designed and taught courses in design thinking, creative technology, and digital media
Developed interactive lessons in Canvas LMS
Taught hands-on tools: 3D printing, laser cutting, digital design, and prototyping

Substitute Teacher

Natomas and Washington Unified School Districts | 2025–Present

Middle and high school preferred

Workshop Instructor – Art & Design

Various Venues | 2002–Present

Led workshops in printmaking, branding, and media arts for youth and adults
Facilitated STEAM programs at Sierra 2 Center, Mendocino Art Center, Sudwerk Brewing
Led Maker Camp for SCC Makerspace & Sac City USD (2024, AT&T-funded)

Student Engagement & Mentorship

Final Jury Panelist, VAPA program at CK McClatchy HS (2024–25)
Mentor, Ascenders Academy (2022–2023)
Artist Leader, AntiRacism Murals at Sacramento State (2024)

Education

B.A. in Studio Art: Digital Media – CSU Chico, 2000
Ongoing coursework: Sacramento City College 2004-2024
Artists as Educators Seminar – Kennedy Center, 2022
CTE Credential Program at Sacramento State University, 2025 (planned)
Intern secondary credential program planned for 2026

Classroom & Creative Skills

Teaching Tools: Canvas LMS, Google Classroom, Zoom
Software: Adobe Suite, Canva, WordPress, Fusion 360
STEAM Skills: 3D design, laser cutting, sublimation, woodshop, electronics
Tech: HTML/CSS, Mailchimp, Microsoft Office, e-commerce