Anna Rae Gilbert

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I am an interdisciplinary educator and artist with 20+ years of experience integrating arts, STEM, and child development across Montessori, public, private, and faith-based settings.

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I am an interdisciplinary educator and artist with 20+ years of experience integrating arts, STEM, and child development across Montessori, public, private, and faith-based settings. I design engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences that foster curiosity, emotional growth, and inclusive classrooms.

I bring a strong background in curriculum design, classroom management, and hands-on art instruction, supported by licenses for paraprofessional and substitute teaching in Illinois. I also create digital and traditional art experiences, lead interdisciplinary studio work, and support families through program development grounded in Montessori and Reggio-inspired methods.

  • Joined April 2025

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Projects · 1

Work experience· 9 roles

Paraprofessional · Keshet, SkokieJan 2026 – Present · 11 mos

Support students with disabilities in inclusive educational settings. Collaborate with teachers and specialists to implement individualized learning plans and provide behavioral support, helping create a nurturing, accessible classroom environment that promotes social inclusion.

Curriculum Developer & Program Lead · Purple Monkey PlayroomJan 2025 – Dec 2025 · 1 yr

Designed and led hands-on creative, STEM-based learning experiences. Developed individualized curricula supporting cognitive and emotional growth and worked with families and institutions to provide nurturing, engaging learning environments.

Nanny / Infant Twin Specialist · Private FamilyJan 2025 – Dec 2025 · 1 yr

Created hands-on creative and STEM-based learning experiences for infants/twins. Developed individualized curricula to support cognitive and emotional growth and collaborated with families to build safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environments.

Lead Preschool Teacher · Tiny TotsJan 2024 – Dec 2024 · 1 yr
Substitute Teacher · Chicago Public Schools via KokuaJan 2023 – Dec 2024 · 2 yrs
Owner / Art Educator · Anna Rae Art LLCJan 2019 – Present · 7 yrs 11 mos
Art Therapist · Lieberman CenterJan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos
Assistant Professor of Art · Butler UniversityJan 2012 – Dec 2013 · 2 yrs

Education

BFA · SAIC1997 – 2001

Interdisciplinary Fine Arts

MFA · Maine College of Art2007 – 2009

Interdisciplinary Fine Arts

BFA (interdisciplinary art) · Maine College of Art2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Illinois Substitute Teaching License2030 – 2026
Illinois Professional Paraprofessional License2030 – 2026
Curriculum Design (Montessori & Reggio-inspired education focus)2030 – 2026

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