Hi, my name is Karessa. I was born in California where I grew up and went to high school. I moved to Reno in 2012 and fell in love. I love Nevada!  I am currently a substitute teacher for the resource program at Sky Ranch Middle School. I started with Washoe County School District in 2017 as a teacher's aide. I am a full-time student at Grand Canyon University online to obtain my teaching degree in Special Education.

When I am not at school, I like to go camping, ride motorcycles, spend time with my husband and 3 teenagers!  2 of my children were born with special needs. My oldest has cerebral palsy and my youngest is on the autism spectrum. We don't let that stop us from going on adventures!  I am looking forward to working with our amazing team this year and completing my teaching degree.