My Name is Alejandra Padilla. I am Mexican, I live and work in Tijuana as a Clinical Psychologist and an Educator. I am also an alum from High Tech High's Masters in Education with Concentration in Teacher Leadership. I am currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Neuropsychology.
It is my passion to teach and lead other teachers to achieve true equity in the classroom. Throughout my life there have been many ways in which I have led others into inclusion. First, as a Psychologist and then as a School Leader. During my career, I have encountered many challenges regarding Education, both personal and professional, but I have been able to overcome them with the help of many people that I admire and by learning about the things that I consider important such as equity and diversity. It has been my life’s mission to seek true inclusion for kids on the Autism Spectrum since they have been the main focus throughout my career.
Some of the things I do are: Autism Evaluation and Diagnosis, Workshops for teachers and parents, Social-emotional workshops for students, Restorative Justice Facilitation, IEPs, and Teacher Coaching.