Claire Montesano
Art Teacher
Bachelor's Degree, Art Education, Nazareth College; Master's Degree, Art Education, Nazareth College
Claire Montesano began teaching in 2006 and joined Coastal Connections Academy in 2021. She teaches visual art to students in every grade. Ms. Montesano talks about her experience at the school below.
Why I Became an Educator
I love encouraging students to create, think outside the box, and enjoy the art-making process. I try to introduce students to multiple styles, materials, and techniques to try to find something each student can enjoy — even the ones who think they can't do art!
I love teaching at Coastal Connections Academy because of the freedom and support of the administrators and families. I enjoy the personalized approach to learning and flexibility of the virtual setting, and strive to create a friendly, caring online classroom where all students feel they can learn and ask questions about anything.
"I enjoy the personalized approach to learning and flexibility of the virtual setting, and strive to create a friendly, caring online classroom."
— Ms. Montesano
My Interests
My favorite art materials are bookmaking and printmaking! I love Starbucks, reading a good book, and camping with my family.
