Isabella Garcia is a passionate educator and the creative mind behind SSColoring, a leading platform offering a wide array of coloring pages designed for children and adults alike. With her expertise in child development and a deep love for art, Isabella has dedicated her career to crafting engaging and educational coloring experiences that inspire creativity and learning.
Personal Information
- Name: Isabella Garcia
- Profession: Educator, Illustrator, Content Creator
- Gender: Female
- Email: [email protected]
- Year of birth: 1994
- Hometown: California
Academic Background
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Education with a focus on Early Childhood Development at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
- Master of Arts (MA) in Art Education at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)
Some Details About Life
Isabella’s journey began with a fascination for the ways in which children learn and express themselves through art. During her undergraduate studies, she discovered a passion for creating educational materials that blended creativity and learning, sparking her interest in coloring as a tool for development.
After completing her master’s degree in art education, Isabella embarked on a career as an elementary school teacher, where she honed her skills in curriculum development and classroom management. However, her passion for art and coloring never waned, and she began to experiment with creating her own coloring pages for her students.
The positive response from her students and their parents encouraged Isabella to take her passion further, leading her to establish SSColoring, a platform where she could share her unique blend of educational and artistic expertise with a wider audience.
Career Goals
Continue to expand SSColoring’s library of coloring pages, offering a diverse range of themes and styles to appeal to children and adults of all ages and interests.
Establish SSColoring as a leading brand in the educational coloring book industry, partnering with schools, libraries, and other organizations to promote the benefits of coloring for learning and development.
Certifications
- Certificate in Digital Illustration from the School of Visual Arts (SVA) (2021)
- Certified Mindfulness Instructor for Children (2023)
- Member of the National Art Education Association (NAEA)
Work Experience
Elementary School Teacher (2018-2020)
School: Sunnyside Elementary
Responsibilities: Taught a variety of subjects to elementary school students, developed lesson plans and curriculum materials, created engaging classroom activities, and fostered a positive learning environment.
Freelance Illustrator (2020-2023)
Clients: Various educational publishers, children’s magazines, and online platforms.
Projects: Illustrating children’s books, educational materials, and creating custom artwork for clients.
Content Creator At SSColoring (2023-Present)
Responsibilities: Conceptualizing, illustrating, and publishing a wide range of coloring pages for children and adults on various themes, managing the SSColoring website and social media presence, engaging with the online coloring community to promote creativity and learning.
Skills
- Expertise in child development and learning theories
- Strong artistic skills and experience in illustration
- Proficient in digital design tools (Adobe Creative Suite)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Passionate about education and fostering creativity in others
Working Motto
“Coloring is a journey of self-expression and discovery, where every stroke unlocks new possibilities.”