Javier A. Vaca, Ed. D. is a National Board Certified Teacher at Health Sciences High and Middle College (HSHMC) in San Diego, California. He has experience teaching secondary social studies, supervising teacher candidates, leading Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), and providing targeted coaching for teachers of all content areas. Javier enjoys providing professional development on the Gradual Release of Responsibility (GRR), Teacher Clarity, Visible Learning, Restorative Practices, and literacy across all subject areas. Javier is a passionate educator who effectively guides teachers to reflect on their practice to maximize student learning.