Anna Gagliardo
About Anna Gagliardo
Anna Gagliardo is a dedicated substitute teacher with a strong background in arts education. She has worked in various educational roles across the Greater San Diego and Greater Los Angeles areas since 2012.
Work at Swing Education
Anna Gagliardo has been working at Swing Education as a Substitute Teacher since 2019. In this role, she provides instructional support across various schools in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Her responsibilities include managing classroom activities, delivering lesson plans, and ensuring a positive learning environment for students. This position allows her to engage with diverse student populations and contribute to their educational experiences.
Current Role at Larchmont Charter School
Since 2020, Anna Gagliardo has served as faculty at Larchmont Charter School, where she teaches Dance, Yoga, and Physical Education. In this role, she integrates her passion for the arts and physical fitness into the curriculum, promoting holistic development among students. Her involvement in this position reflects her commitment to fostering creativity and physical well-being in the educational setting.
Previous Experience at La Costa Canyon High School
From 2012 to 2015, Anna Gagliardo worked as the Resident Choreographer at La Costa Canyon High School in the Greater San Diego Area. During her three years in this position, she was responsible for choreographing dance performances and mentoring students in the art of dance. This experience contributed to her expertise in arts education and her ability to inspire young performers.
Educational Background
Anna Gagliardo studied at Point Loma Nazarene University, where she earned a Master of Arts in Education from 2016 to 2019. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at UC Santa Barbara from 2014 to 2016. Her educational background supports her teaching practices and her dedication to fostering a positive learning environment for her students.
Contributions to Arts Education
Anna Gagliardo has a strong passion for arts education, demonstrated through her diverse teaching experiences. She has choreographed and taught dance at various institutions, including the San Diego School of Creative and Performing Arts, Rosa Parks Elementary, and Head-Start Preschool. Her commitment to arts education is evident in her efforts to integrate dance and creative expression into the curriculum, enriching the educational experiences of her students.