Crystal has worked at CCMS for 30 years as a 7th-grade Science Teacher. Throughout her career, she has also taught 6th and 8th grade science, as well as a Zoology elective course.
During her first 20 years at CCMS, she took on leadership roles as Department Chair and Team Leader. Crystal earned her bachelor's degree, master's degree, and teaching credential from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
She has enjoyed introducing and sharing the caring of her menagerie of class pets such as insects, lizards and snakes with students throughout the years. Crystal's favorite escapes are camping, hiking, and gardening.