Maša holds a Master’s degree in Special and Rehabilitation Pedagogy from the University of Ljubljana, Slovenia, and brings a rich background in both performing and visual arts. A dancer, dance teacher, and artist, she integrates music, dance, theater, and art into her teaching with a multi-sensory and multicultural approach. Her classes are designed to nurture creativity while also supporting executive function skills, social-emotional growth, and meaningful cross-curricular connections with other subjects.
Before moving to the United States, Maša worked extensively with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, and learning differences in Slovenia and Spain. She has over 20 years of experience teaching dance and movement, including training in adapting dance techniques for individuals with disabilities through the mentorship of Kitty Lunn in New York. She is passionate about making the arts accessible and meaningful to every child.
Education
- MA, Special and rehabilitation pedagogy, Faculty of Education, University of Ljubljana, Slovenia
Experience
- 20 years of experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, and learning differences in Slovenia, Spain, and California
- Over 20 years of experience teaching dance and movement to children, teens, and adults, and choreographing dance performances and shows for students of all ages
- 10 years of experience directing and co-directing school musicals and talent shows
- Former creative dance teacher for dancers with physical and intellectual disabilities
- Former yoga teacher for children and adults
Languages
- Slovene
- Spanish
- Serbo-Croatian
Licenses
- SCW pilates matwork certification
- SCW ballet barre certification
- SCW yoga certification
- Transposing the dance technique for dancers with disabilities
Areas of Specialty
- Integrating dance, music, and theatre arts into education with a focus on child development, inclusivity, social-emotional growth, and special education