About Ms. Ratliff
About Me
I am a lifelong student and enthusiast of science and an advocate for women in science. I have an innate love for environmental, earth, and space sciences; but I also have a passion for physics and biology. I am a professional, organized, long-term planner, dedicated to engaging students in science and engineering.
Education
California State University, Northridge - Teaching Credential
January 2018 - May 2020
Secondary Science Education
Sonoma State University - Undergraduate Degree
August 2007 - December 2011
BA in Environmental Studies and Planning - Environmental Education
La Cañada High School - High School Diploma
2004 - 2007
Experience
Gabrielino High School - Science Teacher
August 2022 - Present
NGSS Biology: The Living Earth
La Canada High School - Science Teacher
August 2020 - June 2022
9th grade NGSS Physics of the Universe (CP & Advanced)
11th grade NGSS Biology: The Living Earth
La Canada High School - Student Teacher
January 2020 - June 2020
Taught 11th grade NGSS Biology: The Living Earth
LCUSD Mentor teacher: Ryan Hainey
Mt. Gleason Middle School - Student Teacher
August 2019 - December 2019
Taught 8th grade magnet NGSS integrated science (physics)
LAUSD Mentor teacher: Craig Moss
Awards and Certifications
Graduated summa cum laude from the CSUN credential program
Secondary Science Teaching Credential - General science & Life science
NASA lunar and meteorite sample certified
Google Certifications:
Educator Level 1 Certification
Distance Learning For Educators
Digital Citizenship and Safety
Tools for Diverse Learners
Support English Language Learners
Google Classroom
Chromebook Training