Teaching

My teaching philosophy centers on the Bantu principle of Ubuntu “I am because we are.” Teachers and students are all learners and we work together to create a fulfilling learning experience.

My teaching experiences range from public high schools and middle schools to dance instruction at private summer camps for elementary age students as well as workshop facilitation for educators. I am a certified in New York State and I have completed the Dance Education Laboratory basics training. I hold a M.S. in TESOL from City College and and M.A. in Arts Entrepreneurship from Purchase College. I graduated from Hamilton College with honors and a degree in International Communication and Media Studies. I am a Hollyhock Fellow at Stanford University and a 2024 National Endowment for the Humanities Grant recipient.

I work with other educators at schools, museums, and community based organizations to facilitate youth led activities and events. Please reach out HERE regarding consultation and collaboration.