From Scribbles to Stories: Encouraging Self Expression Through Art with Jalilah Jackman

Jalilah Jackman is a Brooklyn, NY native and a dedicated educator with over a decade of teaching experience. As a New York State-certified teacher for children from birth to age 11, she currently nurtures young minds as a pre-K classroom teacher.

With a strong background in the arts, Jalilah spent eight years as an art teacher and continues to inspire creativity through paint parties and workshops. Beyond the classroom, she is also a speaker and entrepreneur, making art accessible to all through her paint-by-number kits.

Passionate about education and self-expression, Jalilah seamlessly blends artistry and instruction to create meaningful learning experiences for children and adults alike.

Taylor Aiyadurai has a decade of experience in early childhood education, including roles as an Early Childhood Assistant, Registered Early Childhood Educator, EarlyON Coordinator, Childcare Supervisor, and Childcare Director. She has worked with children from infants to 12-year-olds in diverse settings, including for-profit centers, non-profits, EarlyON programs, and schools.

Taylor has reshaped curricula to balance education and play-based learning, offers professional development for educators, and enhances family-childcare center relationships. She collaborates with district resource consultants to support children with enhanced needs in for-profit centers.

Passionate about creating supportive, inclusive environments, Taylor believes quality early education is crucial for cognitive, social, and emotional growth, ensuring every child receives a nurturing start for a more knowledgeable and empathetic future generation.