Hi there,

I am a vibrant, spirited, and passionate bilingual and multicultural youth guide with a deep connection to nature and a creative imagination. Born in California and raised with strong roots in Mexican culture, I bring the warmth and wisdom of both worlds to my work. I have over ten years of experience working with youth in diverse settings, from summer camps to environmental education and public school classrooms.

I hold degrees in Anthropology and an M.A. in Education, and have formal training as a trauma-informed caregiver and holistic practitioner. My work is influenced by my ancestral Mexica Cuitlatec heritage, and I actively participate in traditional ceremonies to deepen my connection to indigenous wisdom.

I enjoy a life filled with intentionality, gratitude, and outdoor adventures, from meditation at dawn to barefoot walks in nature. I am thrilled to be working at a learning community called Rock Tree Sky and I am looking forward to continuing to inspire wonder and resilience in youth through creative exploration and nature connection.

To learn more about the work I have done in the past in the classroom, click on the link above to download a copy of the presentation I gave at the 2023 California Association of Teachers of English (CATE) Convention. If you’d like to learn more about me, you can click on the pictures above or you can click on the mail button below to contact me.

Thanks for stopping by!

Kenia