The goal of the Modesto Teachers Association is to promote community understanding of educational concerns and needs of children, to offer leadership towards solutions, and to promote united action and cooperation among individuals and organizations devoted to the educational interests of the community, state and nation.
To accomplish this goal, MTA organizes members into committees to advance our interest in the defense of public education. Our mission is made possible by individual members working collectively. Currently, volunteers are needed to make this good work possible.
Are you willing to join an MTA Committee to help realize our common goal?
Board of Directors
MTA Board of Directors (BOD) is a body of thirteen elected members who jointly oversee the activities of Modesto Teachers Association.
President
Executive Director
1st Vice-President
2nd Vice-President
Treasurer
Secretary
Director-at-Large
Jr. High Director-at-Large
High School Director-at-Large
CTA Rep.
CTA Rep.
CTA Rep.
CTA Rep.
Communications
The purpose of the Communications Committee is to keep members abreast of current news and actions which impact the rights, salary, and working conditions of MTA members.
This committee articulates Association information to membership and the community through social media and our website.
Members
- Jennifer James, Chair
- David Madrigal, Web Designer
- Claire Barros
- Kristi Driver
- Mary Richards
- Mary Fong
- Rick Pinedo
Elections
The purpose of the Elections Committee is to ensure the integrity of the MTA electoral process in accordance with CTA guidelines. We utilize the online election program, Simply Voting.
Members
- Brett Wagner, Chair
- Kerry Castellani
- Kevin Quiñones
Grievance
The Grievance Committee meets with the MCS District monthly to resolve member disputes.
If you believe your rights have been violated, please contact the committee.
Members
- Mary Fong, Chair
- Melicety Deatherage
- Frank Blanas
- Angela Martinez
- Robin Rodrigues
- Yaser Herrera
Equity Team
The Equity Team Committee promotes social justice activities designed to improve the education of all students with a focus on equitable access to public education.
Members
- Miriam Caro, Chair
- Jennifer Avila
- Elizabeth Guptill
- Nancy Lopez
- Blake Mittan
- Mary Mageean Morado
- Rick Pinedo
- Kathy Presley
- Kevin Quiñones
- Tricia Spenker
- Gladys Williams
Medical Benefits
The Medical Benefits Committee’s responsibility is to maintain and administer the member’s health fund. This fund supplements retiree’s health benefits. Visit our retirement site for more information.
Members
- Peter Rodgers, Executive Director
- Chris Peterson
- Cameron Guinn
- Mike Doornewaard
- Jeff Bakker
- Nicole Inderbitzen
- Judy Lyons
- Carrie Patino
Negotiations
The Negotiations Committee represents the membership at the bargaining table. The committee relies on a yearly member questionnaire to keep informed of bargaining issues. Furthermore, the committee develops a contract proposal, bargains for higher salaries, and contractual gains.
Members
- Mike Doornewaard, Chair
- Jeff Bakker
- Courtney Carter
- Cameron Guinn
- Jennifer Hayner
- Darrel James
- Nikiya McCoy
- Jennifer Ollar
- Chris Peterson
- Yaser Herrera
Organizing
The Organizing Committee meets to build unity, increase member participation, and support the actions and activities of the Association.
Members
- Kelly Blanc, Chair
- Suzanne Lemos
- Melody McGill
- Katria Van Walterop
- Tim Williams
- Bobbie Young
Political Action
The Political Action Committee meets to discuss how resources and strategies will be employed in the advancement of MTA’s member interests.
Members
- Blake Mittan, Chair
- Cameron Guinn
- Stephanie Guinn
- Melody McGill
- Chris Peterson
- Jahir Salazar
- Brett Wagner
Public Relations
The purpose of the MTA Public Relations is to enhance public awareness of the Association’s commitment to public education and to provide support for programs that benefit students, members of the Association, and the community.
Members
- Patrick McLoud, Chair
- Bobby Lawrence
- Yumi Soares
- Paty Jurado-Towner
Scholarships
The Scholarship Committee administers the application process and granting of MTA scholarships.
Members
- Darrel James, Chair
- Angela Martinez
- Dewey Wong
- Jennifer James
- Patrick McLoud
- Kelley Blanc
- Kerry Castellani
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