Aaron Baker, Elementary Teacher, Walnut Heights
Family: My wife, Kendra, and our dog Annie
Pets: Our dog Annie
Education: I graduated from CalState East Bay in 2020 in English with an emphasis on creative writing.
Favorite Color: I always tell my students it's terracotta to keep them on their toes, as of yesterday it might be yellow.
Favorite Food: Artichokes, since age four. (It may actually be melted butter).
Favorite Hobby: Although I was late to it, and I'm not great, I LOVE playing basketball. I also really love making music.
Why are you excited about working for WCSD? I am really looking forward to getting to know the team at Walnut Heights, and I'm super excited to get to meet my first class, set-up my classroom, and start my teaching career.
Amber Yang, Education Specialist, Walnut Creek Intermediate
Family: There are 4 of us: Husband(Steven), Son(Nathan), Daughter(Laura) and I.
Education: San Francisco State University, Majored in History
Fun Fact: I like gardening. I like to grow a plant from see to a full plant.
Favorite Food: Vegetarian Thai Green Curry
Favorite Color: Purple/Lavender
Why are you excited about working for WCSD? I am excited to work with WC students, families, and WCSD staff. Also I'm excited to support/contribute to WC education and community.
Anel Garcia, Paraeducator, Murwood
Family: Mother and two sisters.
Education: I Graduated from Las Lomas High School
Fun Fact: I love to do volunteer work for hospitals and Medical clinics.
Favorite Author: Colleen Hoover
Favorite Food: Mexican food
Favorite Color: Red
Why are you excited about working for WCSD? I am excited to work for WCSD because is a great start to my new career.
