Mai (Mya) Goodman

Dedicated to supporting students.

Diverse instruction methods to cultivate the best learning environment. to aim to motivate students with guidance and empathy. Cultivate critical thinking skills and encourage engagement by letting and inspiring kids to form their own conclusions. Relating content to their real world, validating their experiences promoting a more integrated learning approach for students to want to engage and come. Organized and reliable, Creating positive educational climates for students. Educated in non-dominant narratives and their lack of recognition in today's society. Proficient in applying various modes of teaching to effectively reach different learning styles.

I worked hard and received my diploma from Adult school, after not completing high school. I am self motivated and a 1st generation College Graduate.

Successfully raising eight kids and I am highly passionate about giving people the tools to make their lives how they want (education and critical thinking), while also promoting social change.

I went back to college five years ago with baby steps to obtain my degrees. I am committed to breaking the school to prison pipeline and familiar with the struggles in marginalized communities.

I have been a volunteering here at Rudsdale and absolutely love it! Seeing the kids put their phones down by choice, to engage has been amazing. I love it here!

I have helped many of my kids and their friends prioritize emotional and mental health over anything and strive to continue.

Currently accepted into the Masters Program at Cal State East Bay.

-Attended Trainings- "Somatic Strategies with System Involved Youth Trauma Survivors" at the Fred Finch Institution. Also attended a "Helping System Involved Youth become Leaders by Telling Your Own Stories of Overcoming Struggles " training, "Understanding System-Involved Youth & Families Dealing with Addiction Issues " training, and "Leading Social Skills Groups with At-Risk Youth and Families".