Painting With Jesse, LLC

Virtual Art Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Live, structured art classes delivered via Zoom—bilingual and designed for IPP Goal Alignment.

Inland Regional Center Approved Provider

Vendor #PJ6081 | Service Code 094

Live Zoom Sessions (Join from Home)

Live on Zoom

From the comfort of home

5.0 Rating

Parent satisfaction

Families can request our services through their IRC Service Coordinator. We are a validated provider in the 2026 DDS Service Directory.

Program Tracks

Designed for Progress

Kids (7–12)

Fine motor development & creative discovery.

Teens (13–17)

Social-emotional growth & self-expression. Executive Functioning Support.

Adults (18+)

Vocational readiness & community connection. Executive Functioning Support.

IPP Goals We Support

Executive Functioning (EF) Support
Focus on task initiation, planning, organization, and sustained attention.
Social Interaction & Group Participation
Building peer connections and collaborative skills through shared art projects.
Fine Motor & Cognitive Skill Development
Improving hand-eye coordination, precision, and critical thinking.
Emotional Regulation & Self-Expression
Managing emotions and reducing anxiety through creative activity.
Self-Advocacy & Independence
Encouraging students to make choices, request tools, and take ownership of their work.

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Showcase

Student Achievement Gallery

Refining symmetry and fine motor control through detailed animal anatomy.

Developing character proportions and expressive linework in a digital group setting.

Exploring foundational shapes and creative composition in vibrant illustration.

Vibrant perspectives that make complex art concepts simple.

A leap toward creative confidence and brush control.

Exploring sensory expression in a calm underwater world.

Mastering fundamentals through the passion of anime.

Developing fine motor skills with timeless, beloved characters.

Structured creativity designed to spark student imagination.

Accessible steps for mastering bold and powerful subjects.

Celebrating neurodiversity with unique colors and shapes.

Lifting spirits through emotional expression and joyful art.

Fostering a sense of belonging with every bright smile.

testimonials

See What Our Clients Say

My daughter's experience in Painting with Jesse’s art class has been fantastic! She looks forward to her sessions each week. Her artistic skills and confidence have grown so much! I appreciate Jesse’s exceptional patience and kindness. She effortlessly follows his guidance, and his encouragement empowers her to express herself freely while enjoying the creative process. For families seeking a fun and artistic experience, this class comes highly recommended.

Jesse is a gifted instructor. He encourages my son to explore his creative side, which has helped my son’s confidence. My son is always excited to attend his classes.

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Our Team

Expert-Led. Culturally Responsive.

Erika Mendivil, M.A.

Director of Curriculum & Instructional Design

M.A. in Special Education; B.S. in Workforce Education & Development.

A bilingual Special Education expert and College Study Skills Instructor, Erika designs our "Success-Based" curriculum. She integrates her expertise in Executive Functioning and Workforce Readiness to ensure every art project is differentiated for diverse learning needs, helping participants build the focus, organization, and functional skills necessary for daily life and future independence.

Jesse Mendivil

Founder & Bilingual Program Lead

B.S. Candidate (Psychology, Technology, and Health & Wellness)

Jesse is a lifelong artist who has spent the last 10 years teaching large-group art instruction and the last 7 years specifically serving the I/DD community. By combining a decade of instructional mastery with his studies in Psychology, Jesse ensures every session is structured, accessible, and inclusive. As a bilingual facilitator, he is dedicated to helping every student find their voice and meet social-emotional goals through creative expression. Jesse integrates digital accessibility with a person-centered approach to foster a true sense of belonging for every family, offered entirely in English or Spanish.

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Where We Work

Supporting families across the Inland Empire—wherever they are.

We serve families in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Our virtual classes provide Zero Barriers access for remote communities, including Victorville, Coachella Valley, and Lake Elsinore.