Kristin (Nagy) Anclien

315 Grove Ave. Washington Grove, MD 20880 | 517-881-1045 | kristinanclien@gmail.com | kristinanclien.com

Education

Rhode Island School of Design Continuing Education, Providence, RI
Certificate in Animation (In Progress)
Harvard University, Graduate School of Education, Cambridge, MA
Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Arts in Education, May 2012
American University, Washington, DC
Graduate Certificate in Curriculum & Instruction: Arts Integration, August 2011
Trinity University, Washington, DC
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Special Education, August 2006
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Political Science, May 2003

Professional & Academic Experience

McLean School, Potomac, MD
Visual Arts Educator / Department Chair | 2022–Present (Appointed Chair March 2025)
  • Lead strategic visioning, vertical curriculum design, and cross-divisional alignment for the K–12 Visual Arts Department across diverse learning profiles.
  • Direct faculty mentorship and instructional coaching, fostering collaborative practitioner inquiry, reflective studio practice, and arts-based pedagogical development.
  • Design and execute inquiry-driven middle school curricula across 2D visual art, ceramics, and media art, prioritizing creative risk-taking, critical dialogue, and student agency.
  • Curate schoolwide exhibitions and interactive art showcases that elevate marginalized student voices and deepen community engagement.
  • Advise interdisciplinary teams on project-based and arts-integrated methodologies to advance neuroinclusive instruction across academic subjects.
Bridges Public Charter School, Washington, DC
Arts Integration Coordinator / Instructional Coach | 2012–2022
  • Coordinated schoolwide arts integration frameworks across social studies, science, and literacy curricula, serving culturally and neurodiverse student populations.
  • Facilitated ongoing professional learning communities (PLCs) and workshops on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) through studio-based practices.
  • Cultivated external community and institutional arts partnerships to expand experiential learning opportunities and secure grant funding for sustainable programming.
  • Supervised, coached, and evaluated instructional staff using reflective supervisory practices to enhance pedagogical equity and creative engagement.
  • Oversaw digital communications and narrative strategy, directing the school’s website and digital presence.
School for Arts in Learning (SAIL) Public Charter School, Washington, DC
Team Leader & Middle School Writing Teacher | 2008–2011
  • Designed and facilitated an arts-infused language arts curriculum within an inclusive, co-taught middle school environment using Responsive Classroom principles.
  • Led schoolwide reform and culture initiatives targeting academic growth, socio-emotional wellness, and creative expression.
  • Co-authored successful grant proposals to expand classroom-level arts integration resources.
Curriculum Writer (Part-Time) | 2009–2010
  • Collaborated with teaching artists and educational researchers to author culturally responsive, arts-infused curricula aligned with DC Learning Standards for Grades 6–8.
InterDistrict Downtown School (WMEP), Minneapolis, MN
Special Education Case Manager & Teacher | 2007–2008
  • Managed case compliance and differentiated academic instruction for students with diverse learning needs in Grades 6–9.
  • Participated in regional race and equity institutes; facilitated staff development on culturally sustaining and equitable classroom practices.
Moten Elementary School (DC Public Schools), Washington, DC
Special Education Teacher, Moten Center Program | 2004–2007
  • Developed individualized learning plans (IEPs) and delivered standards-aligned instruction for students with emotional, behavioral, and cognitive learning profiles (Grades 3–6).

Publications & Applied Research

  • Anclien (Nagy), K., & Anderson, A. (2014). Film arts integration and literature study: Influences on engagement. In A. Anderson (Ed.), Arts Integration and Special Education: An Inclusive Theory of Action for Student Engagement. Routledge.

Conference Presentations & Panel Discussions

  • Anclien, K. (2026, July). Media Arts Integration: How and why schools should start a video series with students. Presentation at Creativity Connected: National Arts Integration and STEAM Conference, St. Louis, MO.
  • McCaffrey, M., Anclien (Nagy), K., Bosch, C., Glass, D., & Inhusen, D. (2015, August). Universal Design for Learning (UDL) & Core Arts Standards. Panel presentation at the Arts Education and Special Education Conference, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC.
  • Anderson, A., Anclien (Nagy), K., & Davis, R. (2013, August). Demonstrations of practice using arts integration in special education: Voices from the field. Panel presentation at the Arts Education and Special Education Conference, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC.

Community Leadership & Consulting

826DC, Washington, DC
Curriculum & Accessibility Consultant | 2018–2019
  • Evaluated writing program curricula to embed differentiated instruction and universal design strategies for neurodivergent youth.
  • Designed and led staff professional development to improve instructional accessibility and community program design.
The Makers Assembly Project, Washington, DC
Co-Founder & Co-Director | 2013–2016
  • Co-founded a community initiative organizing public artist panels, collaborative maker workshops, and cross-disciplinary forums on creative practice.

Technical Skills & Studio Capacities

  • Studio & Media Arts: 2D Design, Ceramics & Sculptural Processes, Digital Filmmaking, Traditional & Digital Animation Techniques (RISD).
  • Pedagogy & Leadership: Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Arts-Integrated Curriculum Design, Practitioner Research, Instructional Coaching, Special Education Advocacy, Cross-Divisional Leadership.