Erin Yagi

Erin Yagi serves as an Instructor in the Division of Education and Social Sciences at Leeward Community College, University of Hawai‘i, where she functions as Field Placement Coordinator for the Alternative Certification for CTE Licensure Program. This role positions her at the intersection of academic instruction and practical teacher preparation for Career and Technical Education.

Her educational qualifications include:

• Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Secondary Education
• Master of Education (MEd) in Educational Psychology from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa

Professional interests concentrate on Educational Psychology and Career and Technical Education, with specific emphasis on alternative teacher certification pathways. Her work bridges theoretical educational frameworks with practical classroom application, particularly through field placement coordination that connects aspiring CTE educators with real-world teaching environments. This focus supports secondary education professionals transitioning into teaching careers.

As Field Placement Coordinator, Yagi manages the experiential component of the CTE licensure program, overseeing student placements and ensuring alignment with certification requirements. Her position suggests active involvement in teacher preparation initiatives within the University of Hawai‘i system, though specific grant funding details are not documented in available materials.

Erin Yagi maintains engagement within Leeward Community College's academic structure through her instructional duties and program coordination role, contributing to the development of qualified Career and Technical Education instructors for Hawai‘i's educational system.