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Teacher and Leader Policy Office, California Department of EducationEducation Program Consultant
Aug. 2020Sacramento, California, United States
California Department of Education Special Education DivisionEducation Program Consultant
Oct. 2018 - Aug. 2020Sacramento, CAMonitor and provide technical support for Local Education Agencies (LEA) identified as Disproportionate and Significantly Disproportionate in Special Education based on race / ethnicity per Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Part B, 2016. Complete Disproportionality Reviews and follow-up with Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) directors, special education directors, and superintendents. Work with districts to obtain access to district files and student records. Monitor districts identified as Significantly Disproportionate, including provision of technical assistance, review of Comprehensive Coordinated Early Intervening Services, and tracking of budget expenditures per goals and objectives. Key Accomplishments: • Develop and / or modify special education supervision and monitoring system procedures. documents, supports, and training to implement division compliance and student outcome standards. • Successfully conduct and disseminate targeted research and bill analysis as related to Disproportionality and Significant Disproportionality at both the state and federal levels.
California State University-SacramentoAdjunct Professor
Jan. 2016 - Jan. 2018Sacramento, CADelivered excellence in lectures to single-subject teacher candidates on topics such as adolescent learning and development, assessment, and curriculum and instruction. Prepared dynamic course materials (i.e. syllabi, assignments). Continually assessed student progress toward standards, including discussing strengths and weaknesses. Kept abreast of field-specific developments by collaborating with colleagues and participating in professional conferences. Key Accomplishments: • Initiated, facilitated, and moderated highly engaging classroom discussions. • Honored with CSU’s “Trustees’ Award for Outstanding Achievement” (2017 – 2018). • Successfully planned, evaluated, and revised all curricula, course content, and materials.
California State University-SacramentoResearch Assistant
Jan. 2015 - Jan. 2016Sacramento, CALeveraged broad scope of instructional and educational system knowledge toward driving statewide research to create, identify, and promote curriculum related to the representation and voice of the California Indian population. Key Accomplishments: • Successfully disseminated a document titled “Cuentos de Exito / Stories of Success.” • Educated a Spanish-speaking population on navigating through the U.S. public schools.
San Juan Unified School DistrictAssessment & Instructional Strategies Facilitator
Jan. 2012 - Jan. 2013Sacramento, CAStrategically steered assessment and instructional initiatives by objectively evaluating teaching staff performance and recommending changes to strengthen teaching skills. Provided professional development and instructional support. Continually researched, evaluated, and prepared key recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and materials for 6-12 schools. Implemented comprehensive California Common Core State Standards in Math and ELA. Contributed proven experience in facilitating professional development in Reading development and instructional strategies using careful analysis of trends in educational research and effective research-based instructional practices. Key Accomplishments: • Coordinated production and design of English Department curriculum materials. • Developed literacy-based instructional materials to be used for 6-12 content area teachers. • Led professional development in current teaching development and instructional strategies. • Advised teacher and administrative staff in curriculum development and materials / equipment use.
Fortune School of EducationDirector of Program Development
Jan. 2007 - Jan. 2012Sacramento, CASpearheaded results-focused planning and implementation of teacher and administrator credential programs, including curriculum guides, resources, and accreditation documents for the Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Collaborated with members of K-12 educational committees and advisory groups to obtain knowledge of district needs, and to actively relate curriculum materials to specific subjects, individual student needs, and occupational areas. Expertly researched, evaluated, and prepared recommendations on teacher preparation curricula, instructional methods, and materials for credential programs. Participated in workshops, committees, and / or conferences. Key Accomplishments: • Continually advised and instructed district intern teacher candidates. • Expertly prepared grant proposals, budgets, and program policies and goals. • Developed tests, questionnaires, and procedures that measure effectiveness of curricula. • Updated content of educational programs to ensure proper and up-to-date candidate training. • Created classroom-based teacher training courses using needs assessments and skill-level analyses.
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