Bachelor of Education from Queen's University (Major: Primary/ Junior Education).

One of twenty eight students accepted for the A.C.E. (Artists in the Community) program at Queen's University.

Awarded a Bachelor of Arts from Lakehead University (Major: Fine Arts. Focused on painting & sculpture.)

Member of the Ontario College of Teachers.

Twenty years teaching in Asia and ESOL environments.

Particpated in an three week archaelogoical dig at Iklaina Field School in Greece through the University of Missouri- St. Louis

Head of Visual Arts at the Thai Chinese International School.

Trained artist with teaching credentials and classroom experience ranging from primary children to high school.                            

AP Studio Art trained and experienced.  

Consistent record of high scores in AP Art.       

Current school record holder for scores AP scores.

My AP Studio Art Drawing student was one out of sixteen worldwide to receive a score of 100% in his 2015 portfolio.  His artwork and process is the basis for the Student Art Guide article AP Studio Art Drawing Portfolio: tips from a student who gained 100%.

Student popcorn and shell work featured in the article +50 Still Life Drawing Ideas for Students on the website Student Art Guide.

Classes taught: graphic design, painting, drawing, art history, printmaking, sculpture, and basic cermaics.

Mac literate and experienced with 1 to 1 MacBook programs, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and In Design.

PYP experienced Visual Arts educator with PYP training and leadership skills.

Canadian born with dual citizenship in the Slovak Republic.

FULL RESUME available upon request.