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The Department of Literacy Studies, and Elementary Education is in the College of Education, Counseling, and Ethnic Studies in the School of Teacher Education and Leadership. LSEE is meeting the needs of K through upper elementary students and credential candidates. The goal of SSU’s Multiple Subject Credential program is to prepare aspiring teachers to play a vital role in California public schools. The diversity of our school population in terms of culture, social class, gender, language, and race is a significant focus of our coursework and field experiences. Upon completing the program, you will have both breadth and depth of knowledge about teaching and learning, and you will be capable of making informed decisions in diverse setting.

Contact Us

Program Coordinators & Advisors

Rhianna Casesa
Rhianna Casesa
Associate Professor, BILA & Residency Coordinator, MA in Education RLAA Advisor, Multiple Subject Credential Advisor
casesa@sonoma.edu
Stevenson 2300
707-664-2431
Kelly Estrada
Kelly Estrada
Professor, Director of Assessment & Accreditation, MA in Education/RLAA Advisor, Multiple Subject Credential Advisor
estradak@sonoma.edu
Stevenson 2303
707-664-3176
Aja LaDuke
Aja LaDuke
Associate Professor, LSEE Program Coordinator
laduke@sonoma.edu
Stevenson 2302
707-664-3201
Jennifer Mahdavi
Jennifer Mahdavi
Professor and MA in Education Coordinator
jennifer.mahdavi@sonoma.edu
Stevenson 2017
707-664-2257

Chair of School of Teacher Education and Leadership (SOTEL)

Paula Lane
Paula Lane
Professor, Faculty Associate Dean, Chair of School of Teacher Education and Leadership (SOTEL)
paula.lane@sonoma.edu
Stevenson 2214
707-664-3292

Faculty & Staff

Please see our List of Faculty and Staff for additional faculty and staff contact information.