Bright Star Schools
Vladimir Duran is an experienced mathematics educator currently serving as a Mathematics Teacher at Bright Star Schools since September 2021. Previously, Vladimir held the position of Mathematics Instructor at STAR Prep Academy from August 2017 to June 2021, where responsibilities included leading the Math Department and instructing upper division math, encompassing courses from Algebra 1 to AP Calculus. Additionally, Vladimir has teaching experience at Mirman School (2014-2016) and Maybeck High School (2007-2013). A graduate of the University of California, Berkeley, Vladimir earned a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics between 2002 and 2005 and is proficient in virtual classroom environments and Apple educational software.
Bright Star Schools
At Bright Star Schools, we prepare our students to become leaders who act with integrity and champion equity to enrich our communities and the world. In nine, tuition-free public schools in three communities in Los Angeles -- South Los Angeles, Koreatown, and the San Fernando Valley -- our 3,500+ students experience rigorous academics, inclusive education, social-emotional support, and rich life opportunities beyond the classroom. We are people-first as an organization, and we are students-first across all of our school sites. Our educators join a family that is passionate and committed to developing all students to become well-rounded citizens. We make it a high priority to create a safe and inclusive environment for our students and staff and to cultivate leaders from within who are invested in Bright Star Schools’ mission. We offer small class sizes, comprehensive teacher support, and numerous collaboration opportunities across the organization and within school sites. We strongly believe in teacher voice, and we work to increase teaching practice and effectiveness through our data-driven and feedback-derived professional development.