Elyse Kastin

Elyse Kastin is an experienced professional in both education and graphic design, currently serving as a Special Education Teacher at Richmond Hill High School within the NYC Department of Education since September 2019. Previously, Elyse held multiple roles at John Adams High School, including Director of Future Educators and Leadership Academy and Life Skills Coordinator. In addition to educational roles, Elyse has worked as a freelance graphic designer since June 2006, collaborating with clients on various branding and marketing projects. As Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Cat-toure since February 2009, Elyse has contributed to the creative direction of the company. Previous experience includes serving as Art Director at Newmark Knight Frank, where Elyse managed national marketing and branding strategies. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Teaching in Special Education from Relay Graduate School of Education and ongoing certifications in school leadership.