Aurora (SW), Colorado

Madilyn Dryer

Madilyn Dryer is a dedicated and passionate art educator with years of experience working with children in both preschool and diverse arts education environments. With a bachelor’s in fine arts, specializing in art education, Madilyn has always been driven by a deep desire to inspire young minds through the transformative power of creativity.

Her artistic interests are wide-ranging, encompassing everything from painting and sewing to photography, and she believes that art is a language and skill that can be found and used in every aspect of life. Madilyn sees creativity as a tool for personal expression and exploration, and she is committed to nurturing these qualities in young learnings, helping them discover their unique voices and artistic potential.

Excited to share her love for the arts, Madilyn is dedicated to guiding students on a journey of imagination, skill development, and self-expression. She creates a dynamic and inspiring learning environment where every child can grow, explore, and discover the world of art in their own way.

Jason Letman

Jason is an experienced real estate appraiser who teaches at Kaplan Professional Schools. He has authored several classes and is active in advancing professional education in local real estate organizations.

Away from the world of appraisals, Jason enjoys the world of art. While he doesn’t consider himself an artist, he likes visiting the galleries of his favorite artists. Jason dabbles in drawing cartoon animals to entertain his son. He was excited when he learned about Children’s Art Classes and the curriculum that helps people of all ages become artists and express themselves. Not only is this an opportunity to expand his love of education, but to help people learn artistic skills. 

Jason is a Denver native and graduate of Cherry Creek High School, CU Boulder (B.A. in Economics), and the University of Denver (Masters in Real Estate and Construction Management). Over the past three decades, his work in real estate includes serving clients from Fortune 500 companies to service stations (and industries in between) in property tax consultation and commercial appraisals.

Thad McCauley

Thad McCauley is an experienced art educator and working artist with more than 25 years of teaching in Aurora, Colorado. He holds a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Curriculum Design from Lesley University and dual Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees in Education and Fine Art from Colorado State University. Thad’s artwork has been exhibited across Colorado, around the country, and even in outer space, when one of his pieces was featured aboard the International Space Station as part of the International Space Art and Poetry contest.

Recognized as Teacher of the Year twice and honored by the Colorado Art Education Association as Middle School Teacher of the Year, Thad has inspired students through hands-on projects ranging from murals to skateboards. He believes art is a way for students to connect with their community, express their ideas, and learn to see the world in new ways. At Children’s Art Classes Aurora, Thad is excited to share his love of creative exploration and to help every child discover confidence and joy through art.

Julia Mullins

Jennifer Vosbeck

Jennifer Vosbeck brings a wide-ranging background in both art education and visual design to Children’s Art Classes Aurora. She holds a Master’s degree in Art Education from the University of Northern Colorado and a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Art with a minor in English from Whittier College (Art scholarship recipient). Jennifer taught art and computer courses for over a decade in Cherry Creek Schools, where she led students in drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics, and digital media. 

Jennifer’s teaching connects her strong sense of design with her belief that creativity can shape every part of life. Whether guiding students through a painting project or helping them understand color and composition through real-world examples, she focuses on developing both skill and confidence. At Children’s Art Classes Aurora, Jennifer is excited to share her experience in visual arts and design, helping students find inspiration in both traditional and everyday materials while exploring their own creative voices.