Yoly Mercado

Yoly Mercado is a part-time Professor at California State University, Hayward, with a focus on education and language acquisition. She has played a significant leadership role in the Stanford World Language Program (SWLP) since 1996, leading seminars and workshops on Thematic Unit Design, Heritage Language Acquisition, English as a Second Language (ESL), Equity, Social Justice, Oral Classroom Competency, Writing Competency, and Leadership. Additionally, she served as an advisor for new teachers at the Stanford Graduate School of Education.

• BA in Spanish and French
• Teaching Credential
• Master's Degree in Education with emphasis on Language Acquisition and Supervision

Her research interests span Language Acquisition, Curriculum Development, Teacher Training, and Social Justice in Education. She has contributed to state-level initiatives like revising the Spanish Praxis exam and evaluating proposals for BTSA's new program.

Notable scientific achievements and recognitions include:

• Runner-up for Teacher of the Year
• Featured in USA Today
• Role in the California Distinguished School award

As a Curriculum Leader and BTSA mentor at her school site, she has driven educational excellence through collaborative training and resource development.