Paula Mitchell

Recognizing the importance of working with the hands, mind, and body to increase engagement and understanding, Paula has incorporated experiential learning practices from the beginning of her 25+ year career in education. From her time as a public elementary school classroom teacher to her current role as Executive Director of Agency by Design Oakland, Paula has kept steady in her belief in the power of collaboration, creativity, and joy to cultivate empowering and liberatory learning spaces.

Paula finds personal joy in dance, laughing, and the giant Redwoods.