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Aaron Saenz
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Since 2004, Aaron Saenz has been an adult education teacher and member of CCAE. He is a dedicated, highly competent, professional teacher who strives to improve the lives of students as a Health Information Technology teacher. His influence throughout the school is felt in improved learning and teaching, more effective support systems, and increased wrap around services.
Professional Background
I currently serve as the Career Technical Education Pathway Advisor at the East Los Angeles Occupational Center's East LA Skills Center campus. I also serve as the Co-Chair for the Workforce Re-entry Action Planning Teach for the Los Angeles Regional Adult Education Consortium.
Notable Accomplishments
My Adult Education Story
My mother, Sheila Saenz, began her adult educational career in 1999 and when I graduated in 2000, she encouraged me to enter the field. But like most children, I wasn't ready to head her advice. But in 2004, I earned my substitute Credential and as soon as I entered the classroom experienced an "A ha Moment." Ever since that date, I have been happy to assist students meet their dreams and goals and in the knowledge that I found my calling.
CCAE Involvement
I have been a CCAE Member since becoming an Adult Educator in 2004. I would attend both state and local conferences, but it wasn't until 2012, that I saw the full value of CCAE. In 2012, I saw the power that CCAE at the State level and my local union at the local level combined advocacy saved CA Adult Education. Since then I began giving back to CCAE by volunteering and now I serve as a Board Member in the CCAE LAM Section.
Community Leadership
I am Co-Founder of two non-profits that serve the SGV LGBTQ Community. In 2000, the San Gabriel Valley Pride Festival and in 2011, the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center. I currently serve as the Center's Board President.
Educational Background
More about Aaron
I grew up in the San Gabriel Valley region of Los Angeles County and currently live in Duarte. I love traveling the world and learning about cultures and languages that are not my own. Since 2007, I have played in an Adult LGBTQ Softball League and I'm an avid reader; you can find me with an e-book, audiobook or regular book.
Professional Background
I currently serve as the Career Technical Education Pathway Advisor at the East Los Angeles Occupational Center's East LA Skills Center campus. I also serve as the Co-Chair for the Workforce Re-entry Action Planning Teach for the Los Angeles Regional Adult Education Consortium.
Notable Accomplishments
- 2020 CCAE State Excellence in Teaching Awardee
- 2019 CCAE-LAM CALCO Teacher of the Year Awardee
My Adult Education Story
My mother, Sheila Saenz, began her adult educational career in 1999 and when I graduated in 2000, she encouraged me to enter the field. But like most children, I wasn't ready to head her advice. But in 2004, I earned my substitute Credential and as soon as I entered the classroom experienced an "A ha Moment." Ever since that date, I have been happy to assist students meet their dreams and goals and in the knowledge that I found my calling.
CCAE Involvement
I have been a CCAE Member since becoming an Adult Educator in 2004. I would attend both state and local conferences, but it wasn't until 2012, that I saw the full value of CCAE. In 2012, I saw the power that CCAE at the State level and my local union at the local level combined advocacy saved CA Adult Education. Since then I began giving back to CCAE by volunteering and now I serve as a Board Member in the CCAE LAM Section.
Community Leadership
I am Co-Founder of two non-profits that serve the SGV LGBTQ Community. In 2000, the San Gabriel Valley Pride Festival and in 2011, the San Gabriel Valley LGBTQ Center. I currently serve as the Center's Board President.
Educational Background
- Masters of Science, Healthcare Administration-Informatics, 2012, Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia, PA
- Administrative Services Credential, Certificate of Eligibility, 2018
- CTE/AE Teaching Credential, 2004, San Diego University, San Diego, CA
- Bachelors of Science, Technical Communication-Biology, 2000, New Mexico Tech, Socorro, NM
More about Aaron
I grew up in the San Gabriel Valley region of Los Angeles County and currently live in Duarte. I love traveling the world and learning about cultures and languages that are not my own. Since 2007, I have played in an Adult LGBTQ Softball League and I'm an avid reader; you can find me with an e-book, audiobook or regular book.
Everybody is ignorant, only in different subjects."
— Will Rogers
