South Kitsap School District
Vanessa Burgess is an experienced educator currently serving as an Instructor and Pro-Act Trainer for South Kitsap School District, focusing on de-escalation and restraint techniques. Since June 2021, Vanessa has taught as a Social Communications Teacher and Academic Adaptive Teacher at John Sedgwick Middle School. In addition to teaching, Vanessa has authored several books related to gluten-free cooking, including "The Gluten Free Pantry Through the Seasons." With a background that includes homeschooling exceptional learners for fourteen years and roles as an Academic Adaptive Teacher and Substitute Teacher within South Kitsap School District, Vanessa also has experience in higher education as a Seminar Teacher and Research Assistant. Vanessa holds a Bachelor of Education in Special Education and Teaching from Western Governors University and a Bachelor's of Arts in American Indian/Native American Studies from the University of Saskatchewan.
South Kitsap School District
The South Kitsap School District is a public K-12 school district in Port Orchard, WA. We serve approximately 9,000 students and are the largest employer in Port Orchard. Our mission is Nurturing Growth, Inspiring Achievement and Building Community.