Mayda del Valle

Mayda Del Valle is an accomplished poet and storyteller with extensive experience in teaching and facilitating arts education programs. Currently serving as a Teaching Artist at the Chicago Poetry Center, Mayda has developed and implemented poetry-focused curricula for K-12 students in Chicago Public Schools. Mayda's career began as a spoken word artist and has evolved into a role as a freelance creative, with significant contributions as a Program Director at Street Poets Inc., where impactful writing programs were conducted for youth in a variety of settings. Additionally, Mayda has worked with Snap Inc. as a Council Specialist, enhancing team culture across multiple locations. With a Master of Fine Arts from the California Institute of the Arts and a Bachelor of Arts from Williams College, Mayda combines a solid educational background with a passion for empowering young voices through the art of poetry and storytelling.