Julee Bauer
program co-coordinator, lecturer
Julee T. Bauer, M.A. Program Co-Coordinator for the Multiple Subject Teacher Credential Program, brings over 30 years of experience as a bilingual educator and a deep commitment to preparing the next generation of teachers. With expertise in literacy, reading, social studies, and bilingual education, Professor Bauer provides hands-on training that equips candidates with the skills needed to succeed in diverse, elementary classrooms. As a Nationally Board Certified Teacher in Teaching English as a New Language, she places a strong emphasis on relationship-building and creating a supportive, collaborative environment for all her students. Whether you’re aspiring to teach literacy, social studies, or bilingual education, her courses and guidance will prepare you to become an effective and compassionate educator ready to make an impact.
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Tina Cheuk, Ph.D.
assistant professor
Tina Cheuk, Ph.D. is a mother-scholar, educator, and advocate focused on empowering and imagining futures that sustain and cultivate the learning, growth, and success of minoritized groups in postsecondary education. For much of her career, she has focused most intently on issues that include the development of culturally and linguistically diverse learners in STEM settings, the struggles, assets and possibilities of teachers of Color across the pipeline, and student activism work that transforms institutions toward more equitable and just learning spaces. Her advocacy work considers how policy and resources — or their lack thereof — contribute to the alienation and erasure of student mothers (and student parents at large) in higher educational spaces. Cheuk's research is in the area of teacher education, science education and student parents (including activism & advocacy).
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Jess Jensen, Ph.D.
program co-coordinator, associate professor
Jess Jensen’s mathematics methods courses offer an exciting opportunity for pre-service teachers to develop innovative, culturally relevant, and problem-based teaching strategies. With a focus on equipping educators to engage students in high-level cognitive tasks, Jensen’s work empowers future teachers to foster equitable learning environments where all students can thrive as mathematical thinkers. Her research on how teachers' beliefs and mathematical knowledge influence classroom dynamics makes this program an ideal choice for those passionate about creating inclusive, intellectually stimulating classrooms that support all learners as confident problem-solvers.
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Olivia Obeso, Ph.D.
assistant professor
Olivia Obeso, Ph.D. brings a wealth of experience and passion to the field of language education, combining her background in linguistics, Spanish, and TESOL with a deep commitment to improving the educational experiences of English Learners. Her research at UCLA, grounded in research-practice partnerships, focuses on creating locally relevant solutions that empower both educators and the communities they serve. Obeso’s work is dedicated to making research actionable, ensuring that findings not only address the needs of English Learners but also contribute to a more equitable and inclusive knowledge base in education. With a strong emphasis on building community and supporting educators, Obeso’s program prepares future educators to make a meaningful, lasting impact in diverse classrooms.
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Dr. Briana Ronan
associate professor
Briana Ronan, Ph.D. brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the Multiple Subject Credential Program and SABE (Spanish Authorization for Bilingual Educators) Programs. With a doctorate in education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a deep commitment to supporting bilingual education, Ronan teaches courses on language acquisition and Latinx experiences in U.S. schools. She is also a key player in the implementation of California’s English Language Development standards. Her research on multimodal literacy practices and technology initiatives for academic language development reflects her dedication to shaping the next generation of educators.
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