SDSU Team
![](https://elsf.sdsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/84/2024/01/bzahner-headshot-Square-1024x1024.jpg)
Bill Zahner is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at San Diego State University and Director of the Center for Research in Mathematics and Science Education
![Alberto Esquinca](https://elsf.sdsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/84/2024/02/alberto-esquinca-300x300-1.jpg)
Alberto Esquinca is an Associate Professor in Dual Language and English Learner Education at San Diego State University
![Cristina Alfaro](https://elsf.sdsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/84/2024/02/cristina-alfaro.jpg)
Cristina Alfaro is the Associate Vice-President for International Affairs at SDSU and the executive director for the Center for Biliteracy Education and Research.
![Sera Hernandez](https://elsf.sdsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/84/2024/02/sera-hernandez.png)
Sera J. Hernández is the Department Chair and an Associate Professor of Dual Language and English Learner Education at San Diego State University
![Melissa Navarro](https://elsf.sdsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/84/2024/02/melissa_navarro.png)
Melissa A. Navarro Martell is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Dual Language and English Learner Education at San Diego State University
ELSF Team and Consultants
![Renae Skarin](https://elsf.sdsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/84/2024/02/renae-skarin.jpeg)
Renea Skarin serves as the Senior Advisor for Content at the English Learners Success Forum
![Mariela Contreras](https://elsf.sdsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/84/2024/02/mariela-contreras.jpeg)
Mariela Contreras is a teacher at Chula Vista Learning Community Charter school