Teaching, to me, is both joyful and intentional, because science is fun, and learning should be too! My pedagogy is designed to make that spark of inquiry accessible to all. At its core, my goal is to create classrooms defined by curiosity, connection, and confidence. I strive to facilitate those memorable learning moments:  when a student answers an ecological question with their own data, engages in a meaningful exchange with a cultural steward, or encounters an endemic species in the field for the first time. I aim to ignite wonder while intentionally cultivating scientific literacy, critical thinking, and cultural humility. My methods emphasize inclusive, active learning. I use flipped classroom models and hands-on experiences to empower students to engage with diverse perspectives and take ownership of their education. As a first-generation Filipina scholar who navigated STEM through mentorship, representation, and storytelling, I understand their power, and I center them in my teaching. 

Different courses that I have taught include:
BIOE106: Principles of Genetics (UCSC, Winter 2026)
BIOE109: Evolution (UCSC, Fall 2025)
BOT 480: Algal Diversity and Evolution (UHM, Spring 2019–2022)
HWST 155: Nā Limu Hawaiʻi (Windward Community College, Fall 2019)
BOT 201: Plant Evolutionary Diversity  (UHM, Fall 2019)