Dr. Kimberly Saguilan is an instructional leader, author, and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience transforming schools and empowering educators. With a doctorate from the University of Southern California, she has designed and delivered culturally responsive, standards-aligned professional development nationwide, while mentoring future educators as an adjunct professor at USC’s Rossier School of Education.
As the founder of Komir Minds, Dr. Saguilan leads a dynamic education consulting firm committed to advancing equity, innovation, and excellence in K-12 education. Her company provides school systems with high-impact PD, leadership coaching, curriculum design, and system-wide tools like school snapshot reports and multilingual learner frameworks. Komir Minds is expanding into publishing to amplify the voices of educators, create culturally sustaining resources, and make education more inclusive.
Whether coaching leaders, designing PD, or writing books that bridge research and practice, Dr. Saguilan is on a mission to equip educators with the tools and mindset to transform student lives—especially those of multilingual learners.
Enhanced Teaching Quality:
Effective professional development can lead to improved teaching methods, strategies, and classroom management techniques, resulting in better learning outcomes for students.
Adaptation to Changing Educational Landscape:
The field of education is constantly evolving with advancements in technology, changes in curriculum standards, and evolving student needs. Professional development helps teachers stay current and adapt to these changes.
Teacher Motivation and Satisfaction:
Engaging in meaningful professional development opportunities can boost teachers' morale and job satisfaction. Feeling supported and valued in their professional growth can lead to greater job commitment.
Student Achievement:
Research has shown a positive correlation between high-quality teacher professional development and increased student achievement. When teachers improve, students benefit.