Hello! I’m Abby, an educator and artist with over 10 years of experience teaching and tutoring students spanning preschool through adult learners. I hold a BFA in Studio Art and an MA in Art Education from NYU, along with a professional art teacher certification. My experience includes classroom teaching, small-group homeschooling, and individual tutoring. I’m deeply committed to meeting students where they are and helping build confidence in learning.
In my art instruction, I work with...
Hello! I’m Abby, an educator and artist with over 10 years of experience teaching and tutoring students spanning preschool through adult learners. I hold a BFA in Studio Art and an MA in Art Education from NYU, along with a professional art teacher certification. My experience includes classroom teaching, small-group homeschooling, and individual tutoring. I’m deeply committed to meeting students where they are and helping build confidence in learning.
In my art instruction, I work with children, teens, and adults at all levels. I specialize in painting (acrylic and watercolor), drawing (including portraiture using pencil, charcoal, and pen), as well as exploratory approaches in collage, mixed media, and printmaking. Lessons are process-based and student-driven, with an emphasis on skill development, creative problem-solving, and discovering an individual artistic voice. I also work with students on portfolio preparation for art schools.
Alongside art, I offer tutoring in reading, writing, and general academics at the elementary level. I’ve integrated literacy and core academic skills throughout my teaching and have led a homeschool group across all subject areas. I make sure academic learning is engaging and fun, using a strengths-based approach tailored to each student’s interests and learning style. Grade-level standards can be incorporated as needed.
I have extensive experience working with students with disabilities, including autism, and have taught in special education settings. This background informs my inclusive, accessible teaching style and my regular incorporation of social-emotional learning (SEL) with young learners. Through both creative and academic work, I help students develop emotional awareness, problem-solving skills, and self-empowerment.
Whether working on academic or artistic skills (or both!), I aim to create a warm, encouraging space where every learner can grow.
I’d love to connect and see how I can support your goals!
