8th Grade Education Specialist

8th Grade Education Specialist B.A., Cal State Dominguez HillsM.A., University of Phoenix Paula Watts is thrilled to be the new 8th grade Education Specialist at ECMS-G. Paula was born in Los Angeles, California, and raised in the inner city. Her educational journey began at 107th Street School, proceeded to Samuel Gompers Middle School, and culminated…

Enrichment Academy Teacher

Enrichment Academy Teacher Masters in Athletic Administration – Concordia University Email Coach Geary Joshua II is a talented, multifaceted educator known to many of his students as Coach G. Students flock to his unique teaching style due to his distinctive personality. Within the last 18 years, Geary has devoted his time and energy to working with…

Counseling Assistant

Counseling Intern B.A. Social Work – CSULB Cynthia Zapata is the Counseling Assistant at Environmental Charter Middle School – Gardena. Cynthia has serviced children and families for about 3 years and has experience working in case management and mental health. She has previously worked for Long Beach Unified School District as a Child Care Worker…

Campus Support

Campus Support A.A. History – Los Angeles Southwest College Email Luz Aleman Luz Aleman is Campus Support since October 2022. Luz is also an Art Instructor for the Boys & Girls Club of Los Angeles harbor. Luz Aleman is a graduate of Los Angeles Southwest College and holds a degree in Art & Art History. 

ELD Teacher

ELD Teacher Master, Initial Teaching & TESOL – Gonzaga University Email Rachel Gress Rachel Gress is the ELD Teacher of ECMS Gardena since 2021. Previously, she was a Humanities teacher. Rachel is at ECS because she is determined to support students in their educational and social development throughout middle school. Rachel is a graduate of Gonzaga University…