Harper Villani

I am currently a substitute/guest teacher for Federal Way Public Schools working on my English teaching credentials. Throughout my time at FWPS I have developed stellar classroom management skills and the ability to connect well with students as well as colleagues. I am a gregarious, warm, and enthusiastic teacher with a passion for reading and writing as well as theater.

I was a thespian in high school and have continued to participate in theater activities outside of school over the years, such as improv.

Guest Teacher at Federal Way Public Schools (2024-03 – Present)

Work as a leader in classrooms for grades K-12. In this role I teach students using lesson plans left by absent teachers. My skills rely on classroom management, multitasking, and being present with students of all ages.

Content reader at The Quiet Ones, Literary Magazine (2024-01 – Present)

• Select pieces to be published in a literary magazine focusing on genre, voice, and theme

Editor at Thunderword Newspaper, Highline College (2023-09 – Present)

Assists in the curation of Highline College's student newspaper. Edits and revises individual articles alongside students. Writes articles on relevant topics.

Writing Consultant at Writing Center, Highline College (2016-09 – 2018-05)

• Worked with college students on executing the writing process
• Tutored ESL students on the writing process
• Advised students on speeches, personal statements, and essays
• Helped teach and plan mini-lessons for Writing Workshops

Barista/Barista trainer at Starbucks (2014-08 – 2017-09)

• Crafted specialty beverages for customers via lobby and drive-thru
• Created an atmosphere of warmth and friendliness to both team members and customers
• Worked drive-thru handing off beverages in addition to handling cash
• Supported store cleanliness and organization
• Worked with new hires to train on bar making drinks and working the front registers

Master of Fine Arts in Writing in Writing for Children and Young Adults – Vermont College of Fine Arts (2023-07)

Bachelor of Arts in English in Creative Writing – Western Washington University (2020-08)

Associate of Arts in English – Highline College (2019-12)