Hobbies/Sports:
Spending time with her four grandsons; Coaching a soccer team; Gardening
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Administrative Services, Fresno Pacific University (2002); Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Studies, Fresno Pacific University
Affiliations Awards:
Association of California School Administrators; California Association of Latino Superintendents and Administrators; ASCD
Charity:
Confirmation Teacher, Saint Joseph Parish
Number Of Years In Profession:
23
Number Of Years In Current Position:
8
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the mentoring she received from other teachers.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after starting work as a teacher's aide, and she was deeply influenced by her mentor to pursue a career in education.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Cazares also sponsors scholarships for high school graduates.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing all school instruction, personnel and facilities, supervising students before- and after-school programs; Attending classroom workshops to monitor students and the interaction between teachers and students; Conducting staff meetings weekly collaboration days, focus on site needs based on data; Monitoring student's progress, state exams, parent involvement, the communication within groups, English language acquisition committee and grants
Education Certifications:
Reading Recovery Certification in English and Spanish, California State University, Fresno; Bilingual Cross Cultural Certification; Multiple Subject Credential; Certified Lifetime Reading Specialist; Administrative Services Credential; Certification in Personnel and Human Resources, Superintendent Academy, Association of California School Administrators
Awards/Honors:
Educator of the Year Award, Local Community Organization
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Cazares hopes to obtain a Ph.D. in education.