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I am an artist and art instructor based in Durham, North Carolina. I teach art classes to the residents of the Calyx Assisted Living Center and lead paint-and-sip sessions for residents and their families at special events.
My career spans community leadership, educational program support, and creative work across Duke University and local cultural organizations. I love helping people grow their creative skills while building welcoming, inclusive learning environments.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Art Instructor at Calyx, Durham, NC
September 1, 2024 - PresentI am an artist and art instructor. I teach art classes to the residents of the Calyx Assisted Living Center in Durham, NC. I also teach paint and sip classes to residents and their family members at special social events.
Community Leadership Service Worker at Alpha Management Community Services, Inc.
August 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024Developmental services provider for members of the special needs population in Durham, NC, focusing on well-being and empowerment to facilitate seamless community integration.
Staff Specialist at Duke University Talent Identification Program
September 1, 2015 - January 1, 2021Provided excellent customer service for the Duke TIP Identification Program; gave information to callers, parents, and school administrators; performed data entry; answered questions in Q&A emails.
Staff Assistant at Duke University English Department
February 1, 2004 - May 1, 2015Coordinated and maintained efficient office operation for a 57-person staff; performed administrative duties including composing/typing letters and correspondence; resolved office problems; drafted correspondence; prepared information packets and mailing lists; scheduled interviews and transportation; supervised student workers.
Staff Specialist / Supervisor at Duke University Undergraduate Admissions Office
April 1, 2000 - January 1, 2004Supervised a five-person support staff in the phone center, reception area, and McClendon Commons; managed office operations and prioritized work for admissions officers on-call; trained and guided staff; drafted correspondence; scheduled interviews; managed time cards; oversaw office tasks.
Essay Reader at Measurement Incorporated
March 1, 1990 - March 1, 2000Read, evaluated, and scored essays written by students from various grade levels and states.
Education
Master of Arts in Teaching (Expected) at Duke University Graduate School, Durham, NC
June 1, 2025 - June 1, 2026Graduate Certificate in African American Studies (Graduate Liberal Arts Program) at Duke University Graduate School, Durham, NC
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2023Bachelor of Arts in English; Minor in Visual Art at North Carolina Central University, Durham, NC
January 11, 2030 - December 23, 2025Supplemented Art Education at North Carolina Central University, Durham, NC
May 1, 2005 - May 1, 2007Qualifications
Graduate Certificate in African American Studies (Graduate Liberal Arts Program)
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2023Industry Experience
Education, Healthcare, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
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