Lucy Jeronimo

Dedicated Special Education Interpreter/Translator known for delivering exceptional client support and facilitating communication in diverse educational settings. Developed strong family engagement through effective relationship-building and community outreach initiatives. Educated families and community members about special education services, providing clear guidance and support to enhance understanding of available resources and opportunities for involvement.

• Supervised a team of 10 staff members.
• Collaborated with a team of 3 in the development of our first community resource fair at our local high school.
• Completed my BA in Business in 2018

• Certified Family Coach, Partners for Peace, Strengthening Families, and Familia Adelante Programs.
• Certified Educator Interpreter. azLanguage.
• Fifteen years of experience in Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students who are in special education programs.

• Assisted in organizing community events to enhance local engagement and outreach.
• Coordinated volunteer schedules to optimize resource allocation and participant involvement.
• Developed promotional materials to increase awareness of volunteer opportunities within the community.
• Facilitated workshops that educated community members on relevant social issues and available resources.
• Assisted with special events and programs.
• Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
• • Organized a community resource fair at a local high school, coordinating participation from more than 25 community partners to connect students, families, and residents with valuable local services and support programs.

On October 14, 2022, I received a certificate of completion for successfully completing an 8-week session in the Cara y Corazon program focused on a pathway to family healing from Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.

On May 17, 2024, MPUSD recognized my leadership and dedication as a parent leader in the schools, as well as my commitment to the district by uniting and empowering the community.

On July 23, 2025, and July 8, 2026, the Monterey County Probation Department Youth Center awarded me twice with a Certificate of Appreciation for my valuable services, support, education, guidance, and counseling to Youth Center residents. 

I am fluent in Spanish,  my first language, and studied it in Mexico for 7 years to improve my grammar and writing.

• Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community.
• Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders.
• Animal Welfare Advocacy
• Youth Development Programs
• Attend city and district board meetings to gain a deeper understanding of how new strategies, policies, and initiatives are being implemented within the city and local school district. Use these meetings as an opportunity to observe decision-making processes, learn about community priorities, identify challenges in implementation, and better understand how these strategies impact students, families, educators, and the broader community.

In August of 2025, I took on the meaningful challenge of serving as president of the English Language Advisory Committee (ELAC) at Marina High School in Marina, California. In this leadership role, I was responsible for helping organize and support our monthly meetings by scheduling meeting dates, inviting parents to participate, and encouraging family involvement. I shared important school information with parents, helped explain topics related to English learner programs and student support, and delivered presentations to committee members and participants. Through this experience, I strengthened my communication, organization, and leadership skills while working to support students, families, and the school community.

I attend the California Association of Bilingual Education (CABE) conference each year to continue expanding my knowledge, strengthen my professional skills, and stay informed about current practices, resources, and strategies that support bilingual education and English Language Learners. Through this conference, I gain valuable insights that I am able to bring back and share with our local schools, educators, families, and the broader community.