Professional Learning Specialist

Kristen Messer

Kristen joins the team bringing with 23 years of teaching experience including several years in kindergarten, 2nd grade and high school science. Currently she is serving as a physical science teacher at be.tech Charter High School in Manteca Unified School District and as a Technology Coordinator in which capacity she helps train MUSD’s  TK-12th grade teachers. Kristen is passionate about teaching whether it is a five-year-old or a 65-year-old. She earned her bachelor’s degree from UC Davis and her Master’s Degree from CSU Sacramento. Kristen has experience with face-to-face teaching, blended learning, project based learning, and Career Technical Education.

Outside of teaching Kristen enjoys traveling, cooking, and all things Disney. She is married to Jason, her husband of 24 years. They have 2 adult daughters and 2 chihuahuas—all spoiled.  

Location: Manteca, CA