Sierra School of San Diego

Mrs. Aguilera has long standing history as she started in 1996, after completing her B.A. in Psychology from San Diego State University. She furthered her education by attending the University of San Diego, receiving her Master’s in Counseling as well as her Pupil Personnel Services Credential in 2000. Over the years Mrs. Aguilera has held a variety of roles at Sierra (formally Springall) such as working in the classroom, supporting role in the Support/Crisis Center, and co-creating the Counseling and Guidance Program, where she served as a School Counselor for eight years. Mrs. Aguilera has upheld lasting relationships with San Diego State University and University of San Diego where volunteers and counseling interns are able to fulfill graduation requirements and practicum/intern opportunities.

In the fall of 2008, she became the PPS Coordinator, allowing her to display her passion daily for motivating students as she simultaneously guides them to reach their full potential; Mrs. Aguilera became a PRO-Act certified trainer in 2015 which allowed her to train school staff in CA and AZ. In 2016, Mrs. Aguilera advanced to her current role as Director. In addition to ensuring Sierra School’s exemplary reputation, Mrs. Aguilera is also on the Garden Leadership Team where she works closely with The San Carlos Community Garden Volunteers planning community and school based events. The community garden is located on our campus. Furthermore, her dedication to Sierra School goes without saying and her passion for leading her staff to be the best they can be is apparent.

Nicole has worked at Sierra School since 2008 and was a full-time teacher for seven years before becoming an administrator. She received her bachelor’s degree in liberal studies from CSU Channel Islands and her mild/moderate and moderate/severe education specialist credentials, as well as other added authorizations and a master’s degree from Point Loma Nazarene University.

Nicole co-created the ACT program (Academic, Career and Transition) in 2009. She continues to support our transition program, and additionally she a great resource to our teaching team, staff, and families. She is our work experience transition coordinator for all California SESI schools, and her expertise in this area supports teachers statewide.