Amabilis de Jesus holds a Ph.D. in Performing Arts from UFBA, a master's degree in Theater from UDESC, and a bachelor's degree in Fine Arts from UFPR. Since 1996, she has been a professor in the Department of Performing Arts at UNESPAR–FAP, teaching courses in Costume Design, Scenography, and Performance Studies. Currently, she is also a professor in the Master's programs in Arts and Visual Arts at UNESPAR-FAP. Additionally, she works as a costume designer in collaboration with various theater groups, puppet theater, dance, and music.