I bring more than 16 years of experience in education to my role as Campus Director. My background includes providing leadership to academic teams, ensuring education quality, managing operational effectiveness and promoting campus development. Prior to joining our Newport Beach campus I served as Regional Director of Operations for Strayer University's Florida, Maryland, Washington D.C, and Virginia regions, where I led a team of 18 Campus Directors. I have a Bachelor of Business degree in Management from Strayer University.

I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Economics from the University of California, Davis, a Master of Science in Defense and Strategic Studies from Missouri State University, and my Master of Arts in Education (along with my teaching credential) from the University of Phoenix. I have spent most of my educational career teaching Social Sciences (History and English/Language Arts) at a private high school in the Bay Area. I have been with Futures for about a year and a half. Professionally, I have a great affinity for teaching and mentoring students with learning differences as well as much experience teaching multiple Advanced Placement courses (including US History, World History, European History, English Language, English Literature, Government, Microeconomics, and Macroeconomics). 

Outside of my professional commitments, I have coached 15 years of high school women's basketball at two different high schools in Northern California and have been coaching youth and high school soccer for the past 10 years. I live in Aliso Viejo with my wife, Tracy, and a daughter, Erica, and a son, Davin, both in high school.

 

I work with families and students to guide them into the best programs to accomplish their educational objectives. Since graduating from California State University, Long Beach with a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies/Teacher Education, I have been in management positions working with families to further their educational goals and find the right programs for their children to flourish in. During the past 10 years, I have worked in educational environments with students and families including tutoring centers and after school programs. Most recently, I was a center director for Sylvan Learning in Irvine and before that I was a center director at the YMCA of Orange County. In these types of roles, I have had the opportunity to help families as a teacher, counselor, and guide to reaching their personal and academic ambitions. 

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my wife and two young children, surfing, playing guitar and playing soccer.

As the Campus Operations Coordinator I provide administrative support and help with scheduling. I enjoy all of the interactions I get to have with our students and parents. I enjoy being able to help students with any of their concerns and help guide them to ensure their academic success. 

My hobbies include traveling, trying new restaurants, cooking and spending time with my loved ones. I am very passionate about helping people and I enjoy binge watching shows.

Fun fact: I have traveled to Saudi Arabia to explore a variety of historical sites. 

As a Campus Operations Coordinator, I love the interactions I get to have with the students and seeing how they thrive in the one-to-one model. I am responsible for all the scheduling for the student/teachers and support in enrollment efforts.

My hobbies include traveling, discovering new restaurants to try, hiking and shopping.

Fun fact: I have played golf since I was eight years old and played in high school and college, but haven’t touched a golf club since my last college game.

I have been working here since March of 2017 and absolutely love it! I have the responsibility of teaching English; however, I also fill the role of the College Readiness Counselor. I graduated from California State University of Fresno, where I earned a B.S. in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology. I am passionate about mentorship and genuinely seek to positively impact the lives of my students. I genuinely love my job and strive to make a difference! If the students saw themselves through my eyes, they would never question their abilities or potential! 

Aside from teaching, my hobbies and passions revolve around my family and exploring this beautiful world we live in! I just recently moved to Newport- back in 2017- and love everything it has to offer! Coming from a very small town has kept me well-rounded and down-to-earth, but I definitely prefer all the food, entertainment, and activities that a bigger city has to offer. I have a wonderful husband and four stepchildren, who I call my own! I thoroughly enjoy staying active, weight lifting, hiking, art museums, music festivals, and the beach. 

Prior to Futures I served as Executive Director of Computer Explorers, UAE in the United Arab Emerates, which specializes in teaching technology, coding and robotics classes. I began my career as a teacher in Iowa City before moving on as an international educator and consultant in private American and British schools abroad. While abroad, I went on to found and serve as Executive Director of Little World Science Discovery Center in the UAE. While there, I also founded and served as Executive Director/Curriculum Director of STEAM Academy as an integration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Graphic Arts and Mathematics) principles and inquiry-based education. Originally from the United States, I  graduated with Honors from the University of Iowa with a BA in History/South Asian Studies. I achieved CELTA teaching certification from the Cambridge Certified British Council in UK, Walker Methodology certification and holds an ADEC teaching license.

Ashley's goal is to empower students to help them achieve success. She has dedicated several years at the California State University system as a Graduation Specialist, Psychology Lecturer, and Associate Director of Academic Advising. Her expertise lies in providing leadership in designing, coordinating, and implementing multiple high-impact programs that promote student engagement, leadership, and persistence. As an educator, Ashley believes that it is vital to be aware of environmental cues and effective teaching strategies that will contribute to the learning and education of each student. This requires utilizing research to artfully make an impact. She believes the best educators are artists!

Ashley is a proud Golden Bear and Crimson. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Development from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master of Liberal Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from Harvard University. 

June is the Director of School Quality serving all 16 + campuses in California. Prior to Futures Academy,  June was a center director for Sylvan Learning Centers, and also worked as an assistant director for an after-school program. June has over 10 years of experience working with students of all grade levels. She has a passion for education and believes each and every student deserves a chance to reach his or her fullest potential. She received her Bachelor’s of Arts in Liberal Studies/Teacher Education from Dominican University of California, and her multiple subjects teaching credential from California State, Los Angeles.

Throughout my undergraduate career I tutored students in the local community. In addition, I worked in a molecular and cellular biology lab, working to upkeep and analyze a database of plant DNA. I also have experience working in the marketing sector, analyzing Facebook metrics as a consultant to firms who run Facebook ad campaigns. I love grounding math to practical examples and engaging students with data modeling in fields/topics of their interest. In addition, I am happy to help bridge the gap between high school and college-level math and science course for students by providing them with good study habits, time management, and communication skills. 

I love listening to music and learning languages. I am currently learning German. I am on autopilot to the beach during the summer.

As the English Department Lead, I help both students and teachers alike get the most out of their English courses. As an English teacher, I hope my students walk away from their courses with me having discovered at least one author or poet they thoroughly enjoyed while demonstrating an improvement in their writing skills. I have also spent a lot of time making sure the AP English courses are as interesting as they are rigorous and that they adequately prepare the students who take them for the AP exams. Aside from English courses and managing clubs, I also teach history classes. Outside of classes, I have been the advisor for several clubs on campus (Cooking Club, Yearbook, and ASB). My goals with these clubs are to guide the students in building skills that will help them outside of school and in the future and creating a fun, happy environment on campus. Overall, I really enjoy seeing students grow and discover their identities, both inside and outside of class.

Outside of teaching, my hobbies include traveling, discovering new restaurants to try, cooking & baking, reading & writing, and singing. I look forward to teaching and getting to know each and every one of my students and learning about their interests as well!

I mainly teach Spanish, but also teach some Social Studies. I graduated from Bucknell University in Pennsylvania with a major in Spanish. I have a single-subject Spanish teaching credential and a Master’s degree in Language Development. I chose to spend my junior year abroad in Madrid, Spain living with a non-English speaking family and attending a Spanish university. I also lived in Cuernavaca, Mexico with a family for a summer.  Both were fantastic experiences!  Not only did I study language, culture, history and art in Spanish, but I was immersed in the culture and gained insights I share with my students.

I so appreciate the opportunity to teach students one-on-one after being a classroom teacher in the public school system and having 35 students per class. I am now able to customize the pace, assignments and teaching methods for each student to maximize learning. I also enjoy the chance to get to know my students better on a personal level.

Although I grew up in New Jersey, I have lived in San Clemente, California for the last 12 years with my husband, John, our two children, Drew and Grace, and our adorable rescue dog, Gigi. In my free time, I enjoy yoga, reading, walking the beach trail, biking and trying new restaurants. I never take the beautiful weather here for granted!  

I provide tutoring, support, and encouragement to students who come to my area to complete homework and independent study. Before coming to Futures Academy, I worked with students with learning disabilities at a community college. My former position gave me the one on one experience with students that I have grown to love. I believe that this type of face to face education is exceptionally beneficial to both students and educators. As a teacher, I am able to get to know each of my students, watch them grow, and discover their own unique talents and skills. In turn, my students have the chance to ask questions and develop their critical thinking skills in a supportive environment. 

I currently live in Fullerton with my husband, and we both absolutely love camping and the outdoors. Every summer, we find a new place to camp, explore, and practice our outdoor skills. While we’re home, we love to spend time with our friends and family. 

I am just about to start my sixth year here at Futures. I love the one-to-one model because we are truly able to transform our students and make them realize how successful they can be in their classes. Many of our students had never realized it before at their traditional schools. Watching them make that realization is amazing.

I have a 4 year old son named Westin who does nothing but make me smile.

Fun fact: I once beat Tiger Words…in basketball. He destroyed me in golf.

I have two bachelor’s degrees in Electrical Engineering and Business-Economics from the University of California, Irvine. I started tutoring Math and Science when I was an undergraduate student and that was when I found my passion for teaching! Watching the students conduct experiments and apply what they learned in class motivates me to work harder, specifically for our dynamic students.

There are three people in my family and I am the only child, but I am not spoiled! Although I am the only child, I never felt alone because I am sociable and have a lot of friends.  In my spare time, I enjoy hanging out with my friends, love reading novels, and am thrilled about watching scientific movies.

Fun fact: I am a child at heart! I love watching Disney cartoons and play video games on my phone as way of relaxing.

I have been a teacher in various schools and subjects for 15 years. Working here has been my favorite by far. I enjoy the one on one instruction and getting to know my students and their learning styles in a more personalized manner.  

I have been married to my husband for a year and a half. We enjoy camping, bike riding, off roading, and going on road trips. We have a car and a dog who often times come along on our adventures.

Fun fact: I have traveled to all 50 states. 

Currently, I am the lead teacher of the Spanish department at Newport Beach. I am responsible for keeping up to date with curriculum changes, educational approaches and providing any support my fellow instructors need. I also represent my campus as a member of the Advisory Council. The Council meets regularly with other campus representatives, as well as corporate office, with the goal of improving all aspects of campus life. I enjoy performing my current roles because I value an environment that allows me to learn something new everyday, work with passionate instructors and help young adults achieve their goals.   

I enjoy watching documentaries, discovering new music and being active. I don't have much time to read, so I cheat by watching documentaries.  

Fun fact: I taught myself how to play the guitar and played in a band when I was in college.  

I have over 12 years of teaching experience in both public and private districts. I am passionate about teaching mathematics for grades 6-12. I graduated from California State University of Northridge, earning a B.A. in Economics with an emphasis in Mathematics. Teaching is my top priority while embracing and challenging each student’s uniqueness with customized lesson plans. I like to emphasize the 'think outside the box' approach. I am an enthusiastic, committed teacher who strives to create a positive atmosphere that encourages productive learning.

When I am not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family or outdoor activities like hiking, backpacking and playing soccer. 

Currently, I am a science teacher and I love this opportunity to make a difference as an instructor. I have experience as a professional tennis instructor and as a private tutor for various subjects. I acquired my teaching credential and Master’s degree in teaching at Chapman University. Being able to utilize the one-to-one style allows for better learning and more chances of setting students up for success. Being able to customize the learning material and experiences for my students is what I am able to do here. I like that there are higher-quality interactions between my students and I. As a result, I can more accurately gauge my students’ progress. I love teaching because I get to learn with the students. Campus life is great and very welcoming. I always look forward to it!

I love my family and we always do our best to support each other. Tennis is a significant part of my life. As for some of my hobbies and interests, I enjoy reading, playing video games, traveling, and exploring Japanese culture.