Empowering the science educator: Jessica Kesler
In the final episode of the season, Eric sits down with his friend and professional development facilitator Jessica Kesler. Jessica describes her passion for sharing free, high-quality, empathy-centered professional development for K–12 educators. Jessica also shares her experience jumping into leadership positions while teaching in Philadelphia, and chats with Eric about how ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp often lean on teachers for more than delivering content.
Meet our guest(s):
Jessica Kesler
In the final episode of the season, Eric sits down with his friend and professional development facilitator, Jessica Kesler. Jessica describes her passion for sharing free, high-quality, empathy-centered professional development for K12 educators. Jessica also shares her experience jumping into leadership positions while teaching in Philadelphia. Eric also chats with Jessica about how ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp often lean on teachers for more than delivering content.
Meet our host: Eric Cross
Eric Cross is a seventh grade science/technology teacher, grade level lead, and digital learning innovator for Albert Einstein Academies, International Baccalaureate ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp. He is also an adjunct professor of learning and technology at the University of San Diego and a Google certified innovator. Eric earned a bachelor’s degree from Azusa Pacific University and a Master of Education from the University of San Diego. He had 17 years of experience working with at-risk youth and underserved populations before becoming a middle school teacher. By building relationships with ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp, colleagues, and the community, he has become an empowered leader in and out of the classroom. Through meaningful learning experiences centered around student agency, STEM has become accessible to ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp through highly engaging lesson design, thoughtful integration of digital tools, and pedagogy that engages ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp from all backgrounds.
