2111 International Boulevard, Oakland, California 94606, United States
Ms. Yolanda Cordova
Office Manager
Ms. Yolanda has been a valued member of the Community School for Creative Education since 2012, bringing warmth, professionalism, and a welcoming presence to our school community. As Office Manager, she is a primary point of contact for families and a trusted resource for questions related to enrollment and school operations.
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Ms. Cordova’s dedication to CSCE and her strong administrative insight make her an essential asset to the school’s leadership and administrative team. Outside of school, she is a devoted mother who enjoys spending quality time with her sons and embracing new adventures together.
Email: yolandaa@communityschoolforcreativeeducation.org
MS. JESSICA BOOKER
Expanded Learning Opportunities Program Coordinator
Ms. Jessica is proud to be from Oakland, California. She has taught 5th grade as well as 6th–8th grade history at Community School for Creative Education. She holds a degree in Visual Communications from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Francisco.
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Now in her second year as Expanded Learning Opportunities Program (ELOP) Coordinator, Ms. Jessica brings creativity, organization, and enthusiasm to the role. Her interests include fashion, art, sports, and travel, which often inspire her work with students and programs. She looks forward to another successful year at CSCE.
Email: jessicab@communityschoolforcreativeeducation.org
MS. AMY GAERLAN
Multilingual Learners Intervention Specialist/Tier 2
Ms. Amy brings a calm, patient presence that supports the diverse needs of our students. She studied literacy and speech pathology at the State of Missouri University and volunteered in classrooms for several years before joining our staff. She's continued her education studying Waldorf education and pedagogy as well as becoming certified to teach English as a second language.
Ms. Amy is dedicated to strengthening students’ reading skills while also fostering a genuine love of reading beyond the classroom. She maintains a mini library in her classroom to ensure students have easy access to books that match their interests and reading levels.
In addition, Ms. Amy serves as our ELPAC Local Educational Agency (LEA) Coordinator, working collaboratively with staff to ensure appropriate instructional support for English Learners. She also participates on various school committees, contributing to initiatives that promote strong academic outcomes for all students.
Email: amyg@communityschoolforcreativeeducation.org