Seattle Public Schools

Hey Lynx! Super excited to begin my 3rd year at Lincoln as the Marine Science Teacher! I’m originally from Fresno, CA, but have spent summers in the PNW since I was a kid. I graduated in 2023 from the University of San Diego and have been in the Seattle area ever since. In college, much of my undergraduate research was focused on ecology, physics, and other science concepts in Latin American indigenous cultures. I was even able to conduct field research on the Yucatan Peninsula my senior year.  I’m also currently pursuing a Master’s in Education at the University of Washington- Go Dawgs!!

In my free time, I write (mostly creative nonfiction), read, and spend time outside. I love to swim, run, sail, bike, and I’m also on a local club water polo team. Marine Science is a subject I’m super passionate about, and I’m excited to share that excitement with others 🙂

2025-26 Schedule:

• Rainier View Elementary: Tuesdays

Dr. Torres began his work in education as a bilingual special education teacher in the New York City Department of Education. Additionally, he worked as a school administrator in the Cleveland Metropolitan School District.

Throughout his career, he has worked with diverse learners. He has coached educators and provided numerous professional development and conference sessions both regionally nationwide with a focus on curriculum, equity, mindset, inclusion, the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Restorative Practices. Dr. Torres has demonstrated the ability to meet goals and targets and consistently increase student achievement. He has served Seattle Public Schools as a director of schools, executive director of special education and inclusion, assistant superintendent of student services, and currently serves as associate superintendent of school and student services.

Dr. Torres earned his Bachelor of Science in business administration (BSBA) degree from Ohio Northern University. He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Baldwin-Wallace University. Additionally, he holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in education from the City College of the City University of New York with a focus on bilingual and special education, and a Master of Education (M. Ed) degree in educational leadership with a focus on leadership for educational change from Bank Street College of Education. He completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in urban education from Cleveland State University.

Dr. Torres is also fully bilingual in English and Spanish.

Dr. Torres Oversees

• Advanced Learning
• African American Male Achievement
• Coordinated School Health
• Multilingual Services
• Regional Executive Directors of Schools
• Special Education

Personal Statement

“As someone with a multi-faceted identity, this is often front and center in more work in public education.  The idea that we work to educate all students who come to us regardless of needs or identifier and working with educators to continually push this concept and identify throughlines down to the school and classroom level has been my why throughout my career.”