Rachel Seidel- Music

Rachel earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Performance as well as her Registration as a Music Therapist from California State University, Northridge.  She lives in Northridge with her husband, 2 of her 4 children, 2 dogs, and an 80 lb tortoise.

To contact Rachel Seidel, email [email protected].

Juan Gonzalez- Innovation Lab 

Juan Gonzalez, also known by his students as Mr. G, always possessed a passion for STEM and the arts. He has presented at conferences discussing topics in constructivist environments and creative technologies. Mr. Gonzalez also graduated with an Ed.M from Columbia University. You find him teaching creative technologies such as coding or conducting a project based activity. He also enjoys playing music, chess and board games. "I am impressed with all the support for the faculty and students here at Emek, it is truly a special place" - Mr. G.

To contact Mr. G, email [email protected]. 

Delia Mata- Art

To contact Delia Mata, email [email protected]. 

Jamie Steinman- Library and Innovation Lab Coordinator 

Jamie Steinman is a 3rd Generation Los Angeleno, amateur chess player, guitarist in training, voracious reader, and future polygot. After University, she served as an Americorps NCCC Team Member, and also lived and worked overseas within the sphere of Education. Jamie worked with youth and young adults serving as a Sports and Arts Coach and a Tour Leader. She’s worked with various orphanages in Tijuana and Ensenada, Mexico, and after several years in Israel both teaching and learnin, she taught English as a Second Language and Special Education, including Mild/Moderate and Moderate/Severe disabilities. Jamie served as a lead educator trainer in the areas of STEM and Space Exploration and Aviation, and has collaborated and participated in various educational and service learning activities. She is so excited to be at Emek working as the Maker Space Coordinator and Librarian. She hopes everyone will come to the library and feel welcomed. Jamie oves reading, exploring, and doing.

To contact Jamie Steinman, email [email protected].