Meet the Teachers!
coast is fortunate to have four amazing teachers supporting our program.
coast is fortunate to have four amazing teachers supporting our program. ![]()
coast is fortunate to have four amazing teachers supporting our program.
Breanna Bassett
Bree holds credentials in both mild/moderate and moderate/severe special education. She also has a Master’s degree in Special Education. Bree has been with COAST since 2019. Prior to becoming a part of the COAST Family, she taught in a mod/severe ASD class in a middle school, and at a local nonpublic school where she built upon her passion in managing difficult behaviors and teaching meaningful life skills to her students. Teaching Transition is truly my passion and what better place to teach than at COAST! Outside of COAST, Bree has a husband serving in the US Military, two dogs, and two cats. When she is not at work, her hobbies include traveling National Parks, road trips, walking at Cardiff State Beach, and enjoying a meal at Nectarine Grove.
Malia McGrath
Malia McGrath is a graduate of Point Loma Nazarene University. She received her B.A in Child and Adolescent development with a minor in Psychology. In addition, she received three credentials in Multiple Subjects, Mild/Moderate and Moderate to Severe disabilities. Continuing her education, she received her Masters in Special Education. Malia has been passionate about empowering individuals with disabilities since she was a T.A for a life skills class in high school. She has experience nannying young children to caretaking for an elderly woman, assisting the CEO and cofounder of D.S Action at Rady childrens and helped hold events for the special olympics. Her favorite part about COAST is creating and maintaining positive relationships with students, staff and assisting students grow into more independent and confident young adults. She loves COAST! Outside of work you can find Malia riding along the coast on her E-bike, hiking, surfing and traveling.
Jared Robinson
Jared Robinson brings a unique blend of experience and education to their role as an Adult Transition Teacher at COAST. With a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice, a Minor in Intelligence, and a Master’s in Information Security and Assurance, Jared is committed to helping students build essential skills for independent living and future careers. Currently pursuing an Essential Support Needs (ESN) Credential, Jared is passionate about supporting students with diverse needs. Before transitioning into education, Jared spent 15 years as an Electronics Engineer for a defense contracting firm, gaining valuable technical and problem-solving skills that enriched his teaching approach. With experience in the San Marcos Unified School District and now in his first year at COAST, Jared is dedicated to helping students navigate important life transitions. Outside of work, he is a family-oriented individual, married to Jennifer, and a proud parent of two children, Aleah (23) and Max (11), along with their beloved dog, Copper. Driven by a passion for both technology and education, Jared creates a supportive and empowering learning environment for every student.
Jovana Wiggins
This academic year marks my third year as an Education Specialist. I've previously taught in extensive support needs classrooms, serving students from transitional kindergarten (TK) through 8th grade. Before becoming a teacher, I worked in a psychiatric facility supporting individuals with mental health and substance abuse challenges.
Before earning my teaching credential, I spent five years as an instructional assistant in special education. During that time, I developed a strong passion for creating inclusive, supportive environments where all students feel valued and empowered to succeed.
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Master's degree in Special Education. I also bring a personal perspective to my work as a parent of four children. My son was diagnosed with autism and ADHD and has made noticeable strides with his IEP and team. My daughter was born with a congenital heart defect, giving me a firsthand understanding of the unique challenges faced by students with both educational and medical needs.
Outside of work, I love spending time with my family—whether we're at the park, swimming, or playing sports together. We also have a sweet black cat named Raven who brings a lot of joy to our home. As a lover of art and nature, I love to bring creativity to the classroom!
I'm proud to be part of the Coast Academy team and look forward to supporting students in reaching their goals—both in our program and throughout their lives.
