

Mina H.
Connecting Cultures & Minds Through American Sign Language
Washington D.C
- I am a creative writer and artist who loves weaving poetry, spoken word, and visual arts into expressive learning.
- I host an American Sign Language club where scholars learn finger-spelling, Deaf culture, and interactive conversation!
- I served in the U.S. Army, where I developed leadership and teamwork skills that I bring directly into my dynamic classroom environment!
A dedicated master educator, podcaster, poet, youth advocate, and leader with extensive experience in elementary education and student enrichment. A U.S. Army veteran and founder, A unique, high-energy approach to building inclusive, dynamic learning environments where every scholar can thrive. Specializing in American Sign Language (ASL) instruction and literacy, Mina focuses on hands-on, engaging pedagogy that blends foundational language acquisition with Deaf culture, non-manual markers, and interactive dialogue. As an extracurricular ASL club advisor and experienced classroom teacher, she is passionate about equipping young learners with practical communication skills, cultural awareness, and peer empathy.
Courses Taught

Painting, Drawing and Sketching
Build art fundamentals through still life, landscapes, color, and composition.

Find Your Voice: Speech and Debate
Practice critical thinking, overcome fear, and learn to listen!

English as a New Language (ENL)
A supportive after-school program designed for multilingual learners.

Crafty Book Club: A Workshop Series
Creating community as we bring beloved children's book to life!
Partner Professional Development Day
Training on school systems, schedule, and staff development.

Digital Illustration Lab
Learn to draw anything with digital tools and your imagination!

Graphic Novel Studio
Write, design, and illustrate your own graphic novel inspired by comics and manga.

Creative Writing
All the tools your child needs to unlock the story inside them!
Class Assistant
Extra support in class to assist instructors and students.

All You Knit is Love: Mother's Day!
Celebrate Mother's Day with homemade cards and crafts!

Little Green Thumbs: Paint and Plant
Celebrate Spring by painting and playing in your own flower pot!



Growing Gardeners
Plant, grow, and harvest while exploring the wonders of nature and gardening.

Handbuilding (Pottery)
Learn the basics of Hand building and mold Earth into art!

Art and Activism
Create bold visual art inspired by stories of activists and social justice.

Podcast Pioneers
Record, edit, and launch your own podcast while mastering storytelling skills!

Modern Crochet Creations
Create scarves, accessories, and plushies while learning modern crochet.

Creative Art
Explore artists, techniques, and materials while creating bold, imaginative projects.

iPhone Photography
Capture stories through photography while learning framing, lighting, and composition.


Homework Enrichment
Supportive after-school study time with guidance to build confidence and study skills.


Community Mural Project
This project will leave a lasting legacy in your community!

Epic Adventures in Dungeons & Dragons!
For those who are interested in learning role-playing games of D & D!

Bullet Journaling
Reduce stress, achieve goals, and track your progress and growth!

Astronomy for Poets
Explore the cosmos & unlock creativity through astronomy and poetry

AAPI Roots: Art, Dance & Play
Celebrate AAPI Month through dance, art, and games.
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