About

Candace Easterling was raised in Ramona, California. In 2002, she completed her first credential in Elementary Education at CSUSM. Then in 2016, she completed her Master's in Special Education also at CSUSM. Candace began in education as an Instructional Aide, and worked many years as a substitute teacher in all grades and class types. Later, She worked for over 10 years as an Elementary Education Specialist in Riverside county. For the last several years she has worked in San Diego county as an Elementary Education Specialist. She can proudly say working at Elevate has been a highlight of her career. 
 
Candace is supported by her loving family which includes: three sons, three daughters, and many grandbabies. She loves seeing her students grow and progress. In her spare time, she loves to travel in order to continue her own learning and to discover new adventures. Then when she's home she likes to scrapbook her adventures or hang out with friends and family.