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Lesley Washington is an Adjunct Faculty member in the Department of Early Childhood Education at Pacific Oaks College, School of Education, serving both on-campus in Pasadena and online. She is also an alumna of the institution, reflecting a strong commitment to its values of respect, diversity, social justice, and inclusion.
Education:
- Masters of Arts in Early Childhood Education with specialization in Trauma Studies, Pacific Oaks College, Pasadena, CA (2016)
- Bachelor of Science in Child Development with specialization in Management and Administration, California State University Dominguez Hills, Carson, CA (2015)
Her research and teaching focus on trauma-informed early childhood education, cognitive and social development, resilience, diversity, and inclusive pedagogy. She emphasizes relational learning, leadership, and empowering student voices through meaningful educational experiences. Her expertise spans birth-to-five developmental learning, STEAM, learning through play, and adult education.
The available publications reflect her interest in implicit bias related to skin tone and strategies for enhancing language development in children with behavioral challenges. These works indicate a strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and responsive teaching practices in early education.
Professional Memberships:
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)
- California Association for the Education of Young Children (CAAEYC)
- California Early Care and Education Workforce Registry
- National Coalition for Campus Children's Centers (N4C)
- American Business Women's Association (ABWA)
She holds a Child Development Site Supervisor Permit in California and brings expertise in educational leadership, cross-cultural diversity integration, and trauma-informed ECE. While no formal advising or grant activities are detailed, her role as a mentor and inspiration to students underscores her dedication to shaping future educators.
Lesley Washington is actively engaged in promoting inclusive, equitable, and trauma-responsive early childhood education environments through teaching, scholarship, and professional service.
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