Worked for two years as a finish drawing artist for Hallmark Cards, Kansas City, MO
Nearly 30 years experience as a free lance artist, painting on consignment/for private sale
Completed student teaching under Judy Frerking, during 1986-87 school year
Over twenty years experience in Elementary Art Education in rural Missouri School System
Original artwork currently displayed at La Fuente Gallery in Sedona, AZ
Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg, MO. Art Display project during senior year. Studied under Ed Ellis, and Richard Monson (current head of CMSU Art Department)
Missouri Valley College, Marshall, MO, Lifetime certificate
Responsible for Art Education of 65 students from Kindergarten through Eighth grades.
Professional Development Chairperson, Gilliam C-4, 1997—1998
Art Instructor/Librarian for Pettis Co. R-12, Sedalia, MO, 1997—1999
Responsible for Art Education of 100 students from Kindergarten through Eighth grades.
Responsible for Art Education of 110 students in Pre-School through Eighth grades. Solely responsible for the organization and implementation of the Annual Spring Art Fair. Assist in design/creation of stage sets, props and backdrops for school plays. Generate diplomas, awards, banquet certificates and other projects requiring artistic lettering and design.
Responsible for Art Education of approximately 53 students in grades Kindergarten through Eighth. Organize and implement Annual Gilliam Spring Art Fair, inducing display and setup. Assist in design/creation of stage sets, props and backdrops for school plays. As Speech Implementer, I am responsible for helping students with speech difficulties attain recognizable and appropriate speech patterns. As Professional Development Chair, I oversee the continuing education paths of the system’s teachers, and suggest germane conferences and workshops.
National Art Educators Association
Missouri Art Educators Association
Past Member of County Teachers Association
Past Member Missouri State Teachers Association