KACI BRAZIL
Hughson,CA
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Hughson High School, excelling in curriculum development and student engagement. Proven leader as Social Science Department Chair, enhancing instructional practices and mentoring new teachers. Adept at coordinating events and fostering community partnerships, driving school improvement initiatives with a focus on equity and student success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Science Teacher
Hughson High School
Hughson, CA
08.2000 - Current
- Courses Taught: Health, Driver’s Education, Geography, U.S. History, Psychology, Government, Economics, Yearbook, Leadership, and Life of a Husky Leadership Academy.
- Advisor for Academic Decathlon, Portuguese Club, and Yearbook.
- WASC Focus Group Chair (2008–Present): lead accreditation focus teams and support school improvement planning.
- Social Science Department Chair (2010–Present): oversee curriculum alignment, mentor staff, lead PLC, and coordinate professional development.
- PBIS Tier II Team
- Teacher Induction Mentor (2010–2015): supported and coached new teachers through credentialing and effective classroom practices.
- Guiding Coalition Member (2023–Present): collaborate on strategic initiatives and equity-focused planning.
Student Activities Director
Hughson High School
Hughson, CA
08.2007 - 05.2019
- Planned and coordinated student activities, assemblies, dances, and school-wide programs.
- Supervised student leadership teams and club advisors; managed event budgets and logistics.
- Partnered with administration, counseling, and community organizations to boost student engagement.
Social Science Teacher
Gustine High School
Gustine, CA
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Taught Health, Geography, and Physical Education.
- Supported extracurricular programming and student engagement initiatives.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum & Instruction
Western Governors University
07-2025
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University
05-1998
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Instructional design
- Student activities coordination
- Events coordination
- Department leadership
- Teacher mentoring
- Accreditation
- School improvement
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Advising
- Community partnership building
- Communication
Community Service
- Community Chair, Hughson Relay for Life, 2014-2017
- Love Hughson Committee Chair, 2012-2019
- Chair, Hughson Breast Cancer Walk, 2021-Present
Selected Skills
- Curriculum development & instructional design
- Student activities and events coordination
- Department leadership & teacher mentoring
- Accreditation and school improvement (WASC)
Leadership And Coaching
- Varsity Volleyball Coach, Hughson High School, 2019-2024
- JV Volleyball Coach, Hughson High School, 2001-2002
- Freshmen Volleyball Coach, Hughson High School, 2000-2001
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Activities Director
Hughson High School
08.2007 - 05.2019
Social Science Teacher
Hughson High School
08.2000 - Current
Social Science Teacher
Gustine High School
01.1999 - 01.2000
Master of Science - Curriculum & Instruction
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - History
California State University