Porter Elementary Art Instructor, Syracuse City School,

September 2024 -June 2026

Little Spouts CNY Daycare Owner
Syracuse, NY
December 2019 - August 2024

 Designer, Beth & Noel Inc.
Georgetown, DC
September 2013 – July 2014

• Maintained confidential student records and documentation in compliance with New York State and district policies.

• Managed email communications and directed inquiries to appropriate staff and departments.

• Organized instructional materials and student records using digital document management systems.

• Integrated social-emotional learning (SEL) into daily, standards-aligned instruction.

• Designed and delivered differentiated lessons and assessments to support diverse learning needs.

• Created an inclusive classroom environment by implementing adaptive teaching strategies for students with special needs.

• Monitored student progress, communicated with families and colleagues, and adjusted instruction to improve student achievement.

• Established a positive, well-managed classroom while effectively addressing behavioral challenges and crisis situations.

• Analyzed classroom challenges, implemented solutions, and continuously refined instructional practices to improve outcomes.

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• Owner & Director | Little Sprouts CNY Daycare | Syracuse, NY

• Founded and managed a licensed, full-day, year-round childcare program serving children from birth to age five.

• Developed engaging, play-based curriculum focused on school readiness through art, science, music, and movement.

• Partnered with parents, special education teachers, and social workers to support individualized learning plans, including children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

• Maintained daily communication with families regarding student progress, lesson plans, and at-home learning strategies.

• Designed marketing materials, advertisements, and event signage to promote the business and community outreach.

• Managed employee training, scheduling, recordkeeping, purchasing, and day-to-day business operations.

• Created inclusive learning environments that encouraged exploration, independence, collaboration, and social-emotional development.

• Ensured full compliance with New York State childcare licensing, health, safety, fire, and COVID-19 regulations while maintaining accurate physical and digital records.

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• Designed and developed original neckwear collections that balanced contemporary fashion trends with timeless design and craftsmanship.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, refine, and launch innovative accessory collections aligned with brand objectives.

• Managed the product development process from concept sketches and technical specifications through production, ensuring quality, accuracy, and on-time delivery.

• Conducted trend forecasting and market research to identify emerging styles, consumer preferences, and competitive opportunities, translating insights into commercially successful designs.