Hi, I'm Sage Haltiwanger, an experienced artist with over four years of dedicated experience teaching LGBTQ+, minority, and marginalized youth. My passion lies in illustration and using art as a means of advocacy and support for vulnerable community members, especially youth facing mental health challenges. I have a strong commitment to creating safe and inclusive spaces to uplift others through creativity and community-building. I currently work as an art therapist helping teens develop social and emotional skills through art, and also coordinate events and residencies that foster positive environments for LGBTQ+ youth. I love blending my artistic skills with advocacy, and I am always motivated to make a meaningful impact through both art and connection.…

Sage Haltiwanger

Hi, I'm Sage Haltiwanger, an experienced artist with over four years of dedicated experience teaching LGBTQ+, minority, and marginalized youth. My passion lies in illustration and using art as a means of advocacy and support for vulnerable community members, especially youth facing mental health challenges. I have a strong commitment to creating safe and inclusive spaces to uplift others through creativity and community-building. I currently work as an art therapist helping teens develop social and emotional skills through art, and also coordinate events and residencies that foster positive environments for LGBTQ+ youth. I love blending my artistic skills with advocacy, and I am always motivated to make a meaningful impact through both art and connection.…

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Hi, I’m Sage Haltiwanger, an experienced artist with over four years of dedicated experience teaching LGBTQ+, minority, and marginalized youth. My passion lies in illustration and using art as a means of advocacy and support for vulnerable community members, especially youth facing mental health challenges. I have a strong commitment to creating safe and inclusive spaces to uplift others through creativity and community-building.

I currently work as an art therapist helping teens develop social and emotional skills through art, and also coordinate events and residencies that foster positive environments for LGBTQ+ youth. I love blending my artistic skills with advocacy, and I am always motivated to make a meaningful impact through both art and connection.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Therapist at Center for Family Services
May 1, 2023 - Present
Provided art therapy services to ages 13-17 in group settings at residential treatment centers. Utilized art therapy techniques to develop social and emotional skills and help cope with challenges. Employed a full range of treatment and intervention skills and techniques, with an emphasis on crisis intervention and family therapy.
Camp Coordinator at Appel Farm Arts & Music Center
August 31, 2023 - July 24, 2025
Oversaw budgets and committees for all-camp concerts, events, activities, and staff morale, optimizing resources and fostering a positive camp environment. Maintained readiness to respond to camp emergencies and provide support to bunk counselors and directors as needed. Managed schedules and coverage assignments for all counselors, ensuring adequate supervision and support for campers.
Artist Residency at Appel Farm Arts and Music Center
February 28, 2024 - July 24, 2025
Collaborated with Kaleidoscope, a community-based youth Gay-Straight Alliance in South Jersey, to offer monthly Art in the Making programming. Addressed the need for safe spaces that facilitate Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) for LGBTQ youth in the region. Utilized existing SEL-based lesson plans to bring Appel Farm’s art-making and community-building expertise to LGBTQ youth served by Kaleidoscope.
Assistant Teacher at Calvary Hill Preschool, Glassboro, NJ
January 30, 2023 - July 23, 2025
Supported lead teachers in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons. Supported children's social, emotional, and cognitive development through guided activities and interactions. Communicated with parents and guardians about children's progress and daily activities utilizing a preschool and childcare management app.

Education

BA at Rowan University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2024

Qualifications

CRSP - Core Training Graduate
September 1, 2023 - November 30, 2023

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
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