Brianna Hart

Brianna Hart is an accomplished art educator, yearbook adviser, and creative professional based in St. Augustine, Florida. With more than a decade of teaching experience, she currently serves as a Visual Arts Instructor and Yearbook Publication Advisor/Director at St. Joseph Academy Catholic High School. Brianna teaches mixed-level art courses ranging from introductory classes through AP Drawing and AP 2D Design, encouraging students to develop technical skills, critical thinking, creativity, and independent artistic voices. She holds a master’s degree in Art Education and a minor in Art History from Florida State University.

In addition to classroom instruction, Brianna specializes in yearbook development, photography, graphic design, journalism, and creative project leadership. She approaches each project as an opportunity for continuous improvement, emphasizing constructive critique, collaboration, active listening, adaptability, and student empowerment. Under her leadership, her school’s yearbook program received national recognition, including consecutive National Private School Yearbook of the Year honors in 2023 and 2024. She also shares her expertise with fellow educators through public speaking and collaboration as a member of a yearbook adviser committee. Her professional preparation includes College Board AP Studio Art training and Catechist Level 3 certification.

Brianna’s commitment to creativity extends beyond teaching and publication into community service and mentorship. She has contributed her artistic talents to charitable initiatives, including painting custom cowboy boots for a Rotary Club auction benefiting St. Gerard House. Known for her organization, professionalism, problem-solving ability, and ability to consider complex issues from multiple perspectives, Brianna strives to create environments where students and colleagues can grow with confidence. Across her work in visual arts, photography, publications, and education, she combines creativity with thoughtful leadership and a consistent commitment to helping others reach their full potential.