Jackie grew up in Seattle and began dancing at age 7. She received her classical ballet training and performing experience from Pacific Northwest Ballet on scholarship under the direction of Janet Reed, Melissa Hayden, and Kent Stowell & Francia Russell. Jackie’s teaching journey began in 2021 in Camas at Virtuosity Performing Arts Studio. In July 2022, she joined Evergreen Dance Academy under the direction of Kim Graham where she taught Ballet One, Ballet Two, and Adult Beginners. In September 2023, Jackie joined Oregon Ballet Theatre’s Pre-Ballet faculty. Jackie’s instruction is continually evolving. She is currently teaching OBT’s Primary dancers and enjoying every minute of it.
