Bright Star Schools
Cynthia Juarez has extensive experience in education, currently serving as the Founding Biology Teacher at Rise Kohyang High School since January 2007, where responsibilities include teaching 9th grade Biology and managing the Associated Student Body. Previously, Cynthia held the role of Founding Science Teacher at Rise Kohyang Middle School, teaching 6th to 8th grade sciences. Cynthia's earlier experience includes serving as Site Coordinator at the Youth Policy Institute from 2007 to 2009, overseeing an after-school program for approximately 250 students and a staff of 20, and working as a Behavioral Therapist at Beautiful Minds Center for Autism, Inc. from 2007 to 2008, providing behavior therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Cynthia holds a Master’s degree with a Multiple Subject Credential in Elementary Education from Loyola Marymount University and a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from California State University, Northridge.