Jim moved to San Diego in 2000 from the beautiful Amish country of Lancaster, Pennsylvania where he spent three years as a high school resource specialist. In addition to teaching in PA, Jim was a high school rugby coach and a junior college wrestling coach. He holds certifications in elementary education and special education from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. Before opening Pioneer Day School and Learning Center, Jim was the assistant director of a learning center in the Scripps Ranch area. In his spare time, Jim enjoys playing music, hiking, biking, and anything related to water. Go Eagles!

Amber is a graduate of San Diego State University and received her multiple-subject teaching credential from Humboldt State University. This year, she has made the full-time switch from the classroom to the office. Amber enjoys reading, creating all sorts of art, spending time with friends and family, and camping.  

You can e-mail Amber by clicking on the contact link below.

General Education Teacher

My name is Shari Koslov and I am the K-3 general education teacher at Pioneer Day School. I received my degree from Humboldt State University in 2001 and I received my teaching credentials from San Diego State University in 2003. My two favorite hobbies are playing bass guitar and candle making. I also love to cook and enjoy sunsets on the beautiful Pacific Ocean. I look forward to a positive school year filled with academic, social, and physical growth.  

I'm Debbie. I am 'Mom' to Ryan who is in the Kindergarten through third grade class here at Pioneer. I was the University Librarian at the University of Michigan and also at the Grand Canyon University in Arizona. I am an instructional aide.

You can e-mail Debbie at deb.wooming@gmail.com

 

Special Education Teacher 

Kristen grew up in upstate New York. She graduated from Marist College with degrees in Psychology and Special Education. She moved to San Diego for an adventure in September of 2006 and loves it out here. She feels fortunate to be a part of Pioneer Day School and believes this is the best possible learning environment for these students, as they get the individual attention and constant positive reinforcement necessary for growth. Kristen also likes to travel, go to the beach and play basketball.

 You can e-mail Kristen at clarksey@gmail.com

  

 

 

 

 Edith Birney

 Teacher's Aide

 

 

 

Erin Russell