Hasti Abbaszadeh

• Created a safe learning environment for students to explore their creativity and express themselves through visual arts
• Guided students in developing artistic talents and providing positive feedback
• Encouraged students to develop personal styles and express feelings through art mediums

• Developed and delivered inclusive art lessons tailored to meet the unique sensory, communication, and learning needs of students with autism
• Utilized structured, visual supports and clear, step-by-step instructions to create a predictable and comfortable learning environment
• Fostered a safe, welcoming space that encouraged self-expression and creativity, allowing students to explore and enjoy the art-making process on their own terms

• Designed and sketched unique cake concepts for customer orders and special events.

• Worked closely with the pastry team to translate designs into finished products.

• Taught art courses in foundational and advanced techniques such as acrylic painting, charcoal drawing, and sculpture
• Developed a semester-long curriculum for adult learners and teens, helping them work on multi-step art projects
• Organized thematic classes and workshops, like seasonal and landscape art, to encourage creative interpretation and self-expression

• Led weekend workshops for children and adults, introducing participants to watercolor and mixed media
• Created and demonstrated engaging projects that introduced art history concepts alongside practical skills
• Worked with diverse participants, including neurodivergent individuals, by adapting teaching methods to meet varied needs

• Taught classes in drawing to a diverse student body, covering foundational to advanced techniques
• Developed lesson plans and projects that aligned with TSA's curriculum, helping students master new skills and complete complex art pieces
• Organized end-of-semester exhibitions showcasing student work, fostering a supportive and encouraging environment

• Created artistic and custom cake designs on paper for the pastry team to execute.

• Collaborated with bakers to ensure designs met client expectations.