BIO
I am an arts educator and multidisciplinary artist, specializing in creative writing and the theatre arts. I teach students in TK-8th grade, special day classes, as well as adults with disabilities, where I I foster creativity and nurture collaboration. I have collaborated and taught with dozens of youth and arts organizations across California, including Shakespeare Society of America, Los Angeles Female Playwrights Initiative, 916 Ink, Sacramento County Office of Education (2024 California Golden Bell Award), B Street Theatre, E. Claire Raley Studios for the Performing Arts, Futures Explored, and OnStage Theatre Arts.
I wrote my first 10-minute play in high school which then won a major youth playwriting award – because of my incredible arts educators, my mission as an educator is to inspire students to discover the joy and freedom of the arts. I create equitable learning environments that are welcoming, stimulating, and – importantly – fun. In addition to teaching, I work on my personal creative writing and visual art projects, consult with nonprofit organizations, publish my curriculum content online (check out my online storefront!), and collaborate with City of Sacramento arts and youth initiatives.
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CLASSES TAUGHT
Creative writing
Playwriting
Theatre arts
Costume design
Scenic design
Storytelling
Dialogue
Acting
Dramaturgy
Theatre games
Puppetry
Public speaking
Essay writing
Jenny Winstead-Rodriguez 