Kristen Yoshioka

A passionate lifelong learner and dedicated educator committed to fostering academic and socio-emotional growth for all students. A collaborative team leader and team player who values shared innovation and strategic thinking to drive successful outcomes for both students and educators. Seeking to leverage extensive classroom experience and specialized ToSA skills to support school and district goals while pursuing long-term professional growth.

Bishop Elementary School, Sunnyvale Elementary School District, 8/2022 to Present

• Educator: TK, 1st, 2nd
  • Encourage critical thinking through inquiry, problem-solving, and reflection.
  • Foster a positive self-concept and confidence in students while optimizing their learning experience.
  • Engage all students by connecting learning to individual student experiences and needs.
• Direct Student Support ToSA (Tier 3 Intervention)
  • Work to bridge the gap for students who are below grade level in reading and math.
  • Analyze data to determine level of intervention needed and next steps.
  • Implement research-based strategies to develop foundational skills for each individual student.
• SST Team Member
  • Help facilitate SST meetings with parent, teacher, and SST team members.
• Establish a team approach to assist students with a range of needs related to their school performance and experience.
• MTSS Team Member
  • Provide expertise to the MTSS team regarding interventions.
• Present data/background information on individual students.

Oster Elementary School, Union School District, 10/2013 to 06/2022

• Educator: TK, 3rd, 4th
  • Provide instructional, management and assessment strategies to meet the needs of individual students.
  • Support all students in an inclusive environment that promotes optimal growth in learning and citizenship.
• Instructional ToSA
  • Promote new curriculum adoption and implementation via staff training, co-teaching lessons and demonstration teaching.
  • Utilize cognitive coaching to support staff growth in curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
• Equity Innovator Cohort
  • Promote digital equity, cultural competency, technology, diversity, accessibility, and inclusive practices for all students.
  • Implement equity strategies within the classroom and model instructional strategies for others as appropriate.

Santa Cruz/Silicon Valley New Teacher Project, 08/2019 to 06/2021

• Mentor
  • Provide support to new teachers completing requirements for the California Professional Clear Credential.
  • Encourage collaboration between teachers and mentors to ensure the growth of all students.

SCCOE Leaders in Education Administration Program

• Administrative Services Credential

Chapman University

• M.A. Teaching: Elementary Education and Multiple Subject Credential
• B.A. Liberal Studies: Teaching Preparation