Executive Board

president@chandlerea.org

Welcome to the Chandler Education Association website! I've been an educator for 27 years, 20 of them in Chandler Unified School District. For the 2026-2027 school year I will be a district substitute teacher and your president. Through our shared values of collective bargaining, dignity within the profession, fair working conditions, and respect we will powerfully strengthen our education community. If you're not already a member of the union, please reach out. Exercise the freedom you have to join.

vpcommittees@chandlerea.org

I am a PK Rockstar at Frye. I have taught in CUSD since 2021. I am a mom of two, both graduated! Being an active member of CEA is important for me because it allows me to use my voice to advocate for all teachers!

vpmembership@chandlerea.org

As a proud graduate of the Chandler Unified School District (Let's go Huskies!), I am honored to serve the community that helped shape me. I have been an educator since 2014 and currently teach general music at Fulton Elementary.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve as Vice President of Membership. I believe our collective voice is one of our greatest strengths. In this role, I am committed to supporting CEA's continued growth by ensuring that both current and prospective members feel welcomed, supported, heard, and valued. Together, we can strengthen our association, elevate the voices of educators, and continue advocating for the success of our students and our profession.

vppoliticalaction@chandlerea.org

I am excited to be a part of the Executive Board as the Vice President of Political Action. I am the Drama/Technical Theatre at ACP High School. I have a cat and he's pretty cool. Being a teacher has been a lifelong goal of mine and I'm thrilled to be a part of this union. I feel we are stronger together and I look forward to seeing where we will go!

vpcommittees@chandlerea.org

I am honored to serve as your VP of Site Representatives. I began my career in CUSD in 2006 as a special education teacher. I currently serve as Dean of Students. I am a proud parent of CUSD students/graduates. I am fortunate to serve the educational community through CEA and believe that the work we do is vital.

secretary@chandlerea.org

With more than 25 years of experience in education, I am currently the Media/Technology Teacher at Fulton Elementary in the Chandler Unified School District. Prior to this role, I  served as a Media Specialist for 12 years, fostering information literacy, digital citizenship, and a love of pleasure reading among students. Earlier in their career, I spent 13 years as an elementary classroom teacher, building a strong foundation in student-centered instruction and curriculum development. Throughout their career, I've been dedicated to creating strong relationships with students to boost their confidence and resilience, integrating literature into learning, supporting student achievement, and creating engaging educational experiences that inspire curiosity, creativity, and confidence.

treasurer@chandlerea.org

Welcome! I have been an educator in Chandler Unified School District since 2018 and currently teach agriculture at Chandler High School. I earned both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Agricultural Education from the University of Arizona and have the privilege of serving as an advisor for the Chandler FFA Chapter. I also serve as Treasurer for the Chandler Education Association.

I believe in the power of educators working together to strengthen our schools and profession. Through our shared commitment to public education, fair working conditions, and respect for educators, we can continue to build a strong and supportive community for students and staff. I am honored to serve our members and look forward to working alongside colleagues across the district.

katie.nash@arizonaea.org