She has been active as an educator for more than 26 years. Credentialed through the State of California to teach preschool through adult and also as a reading specialist, Susan holds a Master of Science in Education specializing in Language and Literacy from the University of Pennsylvania as well as a Child Development Program Director Permit from the State of California. As an alumna and charter corps member of Teach for America, Susan continues to be an advocate for education equity and socio-historical justice. Susan’s daughter Ellycea is a Waverly middle schooler.