Lydia McClanahan

Lydia McClanahan is a seasoned educator and information professional dedicated to meeting the literacy and information needs of diverse students.

With expertise in culturally and linguistically responsive pedagogy, Lydia is known for her creativity in developing engaging and culturally responsive content. She is passionate about improving outcomes for marginalized and struggling learners.

As a professional and dedicated team player, Lydia McClanahan is committed to supporting teachers, librarians, and information organizations by delivering high-quality services.

Her skills and expertise include identifying and evaluating cultural and linguistic authenticity of literature and texts, ELA instructional design, teacher training and professional development, and information literacy and reference.

Lydia pursued her education at San Jose State University, where she studied for her Master of Library and Information Science, specializing in Library and Information Science. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from California State University-Los Angeles.

Currently, Lydia serves as Lead Coach and Consultant at the Center for Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning. She has previously worked as a Contributing Author at Teacher Created Materials and as a Middle School English Teacher at the Culture and Language Academy of Success.