Kechelle Jackson

Kechelle Jackson (she/her) is a Seattle native, educator, and arts advocate with a lifelong passion for dance, music, and creative expression. With a degree in Early Childhood Education and over a decade of experience educating young children, she is passionate about creating joyful, movement-based learning experiences that foster creativity, confidence, and connection.

After training with Anne Green Gilbert, Kechelle began teaching at Creative Dance Center in 2013 and is excited to return to the CDC faculty. That same year, she founded Emerald City Creative Arts (ECCA), an organization specializing in dance, arts, and movement-based learning opportunities for young children. Through partnerships with schools across the greater Seattle area, ECCA brings creative arts experiences into classrooms that inspire curiosity, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning.

Alongside her teaching, Kechelle leads educational nonprofits and is committed to creating meaningful opportunities for children, educators, and families through the arts. She has also served on the Board of the Dance Educators Association of Washington since 2016 and currently serves as President. She is passionate about supporting dance educators, strengthening arts education, and building communities where children, families, and educators can thrive together.