Honor Society® member
Claudia Maldonado
Adjunct Professor at Point Loma Nazarene University
- PhD Education: Specialization in Leadership in Ed Admin
- Class of 2027
- USA
Member since March 2025
About
Born in Mexico City, I immigrated to the United States at the age of 11. As an English Learner, migrant student, and special education student, I faced significant academic challenges but remained determined. I became a single parent while starting college but never gave up on my goal of becoming an educator. Through perseverance and dedication, I advanced in my field, earning multiple degrees and awards while supporting underrepresented students.
Education
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Point Loma Nazarene University
Master of Arts in Education Leadership/Admin Credential
2019 – 2021
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California State University of Bakersfield
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and Spanish
2005 – 2012
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Bakersfield College
Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies
2000 – 2005
Honors and awards
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Delta Kappa Pi Award
California State University Bakersfield, School of Education
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Phi Theta Kappa Award
Bakersfield College
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Teacher of the Year
Bakersfield City School District
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Migrant Teacher of the Year
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
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Active member and leader in various mathematics education organizations
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Education Administrator (Migrant Education, Curriculum Development, or Higher Ed)
Mathematics and Language Arts Program Coordinator
Professor in Education Leadership
Advocate for underrepresented students and families in the education system- Graduate school interests
Doctorate in Educational Leadership with a focus on Administration
Researching ways to support migrant families and students through education
Developing culturally and linguistically responsive curricula- Outside the classroom
Coaching soccer
Mentoring students and educators
Supporting community educational initiatives
Public speaking and advocacy for migrant education
Experience
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Adjunct Professor
Point Loma Nazarene University
Aug 2021 – Mar 2025
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Migrant Coordinator & Mathematics Coordinator II
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
Jun 2021 – Mar 2025
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Math Curriculum & Instruction Specialist, Teacher, Migrant Education Coach
Bakersfield City School District
Oct 2007 – Jun 2021
Volunteering
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MEES Tutoring for Migrant Education
Migrant Ed. Department
Feb 2004 – Dec 2007
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AmeriCorps Tutoring
AmeriCorps KCSOS
Jan 2002 – Dec 2004
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Soccer Coach, Reading Program
Police Activities League
Jan 2000 – Aug 2003
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
- Spanish Fluent
Additional information
Organizations
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Kern County Mathematics Leadership Network (Co-lead)
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Kern County Mathematics Council (Media Coordinator)
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Kern Education Pledge Mathematics Workgroup
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ODOS, California Mathematics Council, NCTM
