Facilitating creative art's education has been a passion of mine for over 20+ years. Witnessing thousands of amazing students grow and thrive through education has been a blessing. I've enjoyed teaching English, theatre, and other creative arts in traditional settings, through an Expeditionary Learning school, and in art studios and other venues around the world. It is my belief that all students have unique learning styles and gifts to share. As educators, it is our joy to unlock those gifts so kids can excel.
Different learners often require varied learning styles and theories. Some of my favorite include: Student Centered, Cooperative Learning, Inquiry Based Learning, Creative Art's Curriculum Development, Expeditionary Learning Model, and Howard Gardner's Multiple Intelligence Theory.
One Book, One School Winner 2019, Teacher of the Year, Rifle High School 2001, Who's Who Among American Teachers, Who's Who Among American Women, International Thespian Society, National Honor's Society, National Forensics League, and 5-Star Voice Actor.
Master of Education from Lesley University in 2003 (Creative Art's Curriculum Development). Bachelor of Fine Art from University of Utah in 1999 (Theatre and English Education). Associate in Science from College of Eastern Utah in 1996 (Theatre and English Education).
As an award-winning educator, international entertainer, and author, Sarahndipity delights in crafting programs designed to inspire and enthuse. She is the host of the educational television series, "Enchanted Planet" streaming on PBS. Based on her book and music series, "Animals Get Funky!", it is a place where everything is possible! While obtaining her M.Ed., a fire lit within her inspiring educational programs, books, albums, videos, curriculum, and playful live events. Whether she’s spinning fire as a Pirate in the Caribbean or dancing with Beats Antique, Bonnie Raitt, Taj Mahal, Joe Cocker, or funky kids, Sarahndipity loves to weave tales of delight. The "Animals Get Funky!" series that started with an ABC dance book and program now has a 26 song movement CD, companion activity books, and a mental health book, "Animals Get Emotional". These kid's programs playfully support health, confidence, inclusion, and unique expression. Keep an eye out for cross-curricular guides for your classroom. Sarahndipity has spent decades cultivating curriculum; studying and performing dance and theatre; entertaining and educating thousands of beautiful people; and honing her heart to a place of service. Now, she'd love to help you facilitate even more excellence in your classroom. www.animalsgetfunky.com www.followyourdelight.com www.wecreateheart.org https://www.pbs.org/show/enchanted-planet/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL0gtEs3iq-mBVywvYfRnIw https://www.facebook.com/groups/animalsgetfunky/
PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschool, Not Grade Specific
English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading, Specialty, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Other (Arts), Music, Other (Music), Physical Education, Special Education, Health, Other (Specialty), Life Skills, For All Subject Areas, Classroom Management, Professional Development, School Counseling, Character Education, Study Skills, Problem Solving, Oral Communication, Child Care, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Poetry, Winter, Dance, For All Subjects, Summer, Occupational Therapy, Vocational Education, Coaching, Test Preparation, Early Intervention, School Psychology, End of Year, Classroom Community