2111 International Boulevard, Oakland, California 94606, United States
MS. AMY GAERLAN
Multilingual Learners Intervention Specialist
Ms. Amy brings a calm patience that many of our students need. She studied literacy and speech pathology at Missouri University and volunteered in the classroom for a number of years before becoming part of our staff. Ms. Amy works to not only bring kids up to speed in reading development, but to develop a love of reading outside of the classroom. She keeps her own mini library within her classroom so that her students have easy access when it comes to finding books to read. Ms. Amy is also our ELPAC LEA and works with all staff members to ensure proper classroom support for our English Language Learners. Ms. Amy is on various committees within the school to help ensure that all of our students have the best academic success possible. amyg@communityschoolforcreativeeducation.org
MS. Jessica Booker,
Expanded Learning Opportunities Program Coordinator
Ms. Jessica, is very proud to be from Oakland, CA. She have taught 5th grade and 6th-8th grade History at CSCE. She has a degree in Visual Communications from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising in San Francisco, CA. She loves fashion, art, sports and traveling. This is her 2nd year as the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program Coordinator.
She is looking forward to having another great year here at CSCE!
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Sra. Jessica, estoy muy orgullosa de ser de Oakland, CA. He enseñado Historia de quinto grado y de sexto a octavo grado en CSCE. Tengo una licenciatura en Comunicaciones Visuales del Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising en San Francisco, CA. Me encanta la moda, el arte, los deportes y viajar. Este es mi segundo año como Coordinador del Programa de Oportunidades Ampliadas de Aprendizaje.
¡Espero tener otro gran año aquí en la CSCE!
jessicab@communityschoolforcreativeeducation.org
Mr. Gabriel Ben-Shalom
Art Teacher
Mr. Ben enjoy working with children as it gives me a chance to let out my inner child and to feel like a helpful part of the community. He is inspired by arts, music, creative writing, and science. Waldorf education is a great avenue to explore these interests and it is a grounded philosophy to teach to the whole child.
MS. Merida Wilson
Development Manager
Ms. Merida Wilson, Development Manager. Bringing extensive experience in nonprofit organizations, arts administration, and education, she joins us with a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her Development work. Merida holds multiple advanced degrees and certifications, including an M.A., M.Div., Waldorf Ed. Teaching certificate, and UCSF postgraduate medical education in Clinical Pastoral Education. Her professional focus on arts and humanities, diversity, equity, inclusion, and ethics, and community leadership demonstrates her commitment to advancing social justice and fostering inclusivity. She is thrilled to be working alongside the dedicated staff of Community School for Creative Education.
Email: meridaw@communityschoolforcreativeeducation.org
Ms. Jennifer Lee
3rd Grade Instructional Aide
Ms. Jennifer was born and raised in Oakland and in Oakland schools, Graduating from Skyline High School. Ms. Jennifer came to CSCE first as a parent volunteer in 2012. The following school year she became the Instructional Assistant in the TK classroom. Ms. Jennifer is working in the 1st garde as a teacher assistant.
jenniferl@communityschoolforcreativeeducation.org
Mr. Michael Tang
Instructional Aide
Mr. Mike was born and raised in Oakland. He love teaching kids and giving the fundamentals for sports to them. He also like to create good team chemistry within the kids as a group. He strive to do my best. People that know me will describe me as a people person. During my spare time, He either play basketball or He take scenic photos of nature. Whenever he take time off to go on a vacation it will be either out of state or out of the country . On top of that, he love to spend time with close friends and family.
michaelt@communityschoolforcreativeeducation.org
Ms. Hennessy Jimenez
Food Distribution & Office Support
Ms. H is a young high school graduate who is studying acupuncture therapy in hopes to one day run her own office practice. Her interest revolve around cooking, travel, and equine. Ms. H was born and raised in Oakland CA, she spent all of her summers at her grandfather’s ranch where she learned to ride horses and care for many different animals. Ms. H hopes to provide nutritious breakfast and lunch so students may develop to their full potential while at CSCE!
hennessyj@communityschoolforcreativeeducation.org
Ms. Katherine lopez
Instructional Aide
Ms. Katherine grew up in El Salvador and has been in California since 2019. She's been working with CSCE for 3 years as our custodian. Ms. Katherine loves pretty much all food but may not want to share your lunch if you order Chinese food. When it comes to a good movie, she's always excited to watch anything starring Keanu Reaves. She loves a good laugh and is always willing to help.
katherinel@communityschoolforcreativeeducation.org
Mr. Jose Rodriguez
Instructional Aide
Mr. Jose works with our multi-lingual students at CSCE along with Ms. Amy. He works to help all of our english language students advance on their language journey by pulling reading/writing groups and supporting in the classroom. Mr. Jose is certified in ELPAC testing and assists Ms.Amy with the testing. Mr. Jose loves what he does truly enjoys watching our students grow their english language skills.
Ms. Desiree Wesley
Instructional Aide
Ms. Desiree, an Instructional Aid at CSCE her role is to support Individual students in classroom, manage classroom behaviors and assist with lesson preparation. My expertise assisting in improving reading skills of struggling students. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
La Sra. Desiree, asistente de instrucción en CSCE, su función es apoyar a los estudiantes individuales en el aula, gestionar el comportamiento en el aula y ayudar con la preparación de las lecciones. Mi experiencia ayuda a mejorar las habilidades de lectura de los estudiantes con dificultades.
Ms. Hnin Wai
Student Behavioral Support Aide