Claudia Martinez is an 8th grade English teacher in San Francisco and BAWP 2019 alum. Her journey in education began through Teach for America and she has taught English Language Arts in grades 6-12 and English Language Development in grades K-12. She loves reading mysteries, hiking, painting, and traveling. She is super excited to teach YWC camp again and work with younger students again!

Hey All! I am Harry Jamerson, a 5th grade teacher based in the beautiful Bayview neighborhood of San Francisco. Writing has always been a passion of mine, and I believe that it's a crucial skill that can benefit students in numerous ways. Through writing, students can express themselves, find their voice, and explore their creativity in a safe and supportive environment.

I firmly believe that writing can help expand our worldview and offer a unique opportunity to connect with others. By sharing our stories and experiences, we can build empathy, understanding, and a sense of community. In camp you will develop your power of writing, find your voice, and expand your horizons!

Marika Iyer (they/she) is an educator based in Oakland, who loves writing, music, traveling, and being outdoors.  Most recently, they taught English and Ethnic Studies at Oakland High School.  Marika has been an educator for over 10 years in Oakland Public Schools, and strongly believes in writing as a means of exploration, inquiry, expression, and liberation.  Writing helps young people clarify what they mean, and pushes audiences to take seriously young people’s voices - it is a path to their making and remaking the future. Marika received their BA from Berkeley and their Masters in Education from the University of San Francisco, with a concentration in Urban Education and Social Justice, and they are also a lecturer at San Francisco State University. They love to DJ, rock climb, write, read, and run.

Lee (he/him) is currently pursuing a degree in Creative Writing at Goldsmiths, University of London. Lee has a history as an educator and mentor from leading workshops in creative writing at 826 Valencia and Ruth Asawa School of the Arts and working as a math, English, and test prep tutor for students ages 4-16. He also coaches figure skating at competitive and recreational levels. Lee is thrilled to hear your writing!