Keysi Houston

Business educator with a clear California CTE Business & Finance teaching credential, a Bachelor of Science in Business Management, and a Master of Arts in Education. Combines classroom teaching with real-world business ownership and management — bringing authentic entrepreneurship, finance, and operations expertise directly into the classroom. Skilled at designing standards-aligned, engaging curriculum that connects students to college and career readiness, and committed to preparing students with practical, marketable business skills.

Career Technical Education Teacher (Business) - Diamond Valley Middle School, Hemet USD - Hemet, CA

(2023-01 - 2024-12)

• Designed and taught standards-based Career Technical Education curriculum, including business entrepreneurship, financial concepts, and STEM-related units, to a diverse student body.
• Developed lesson plans, handouts, and assessments using digital tools; differentiated instruction and led project-based, student-centered learning experiences.

First Grade Teacher - Chabad Jewish Academy - Myrtle Beach, SC

(2022-01 - 2023-12)

• Planned and taught daily standards-aligned lessons, established consistent classroom routines and expectations, and partnered with families to support student growth.

Founder & Curriculum Developer - Toolbox4Teachers

(2024-01)

• Design and publish standards-aligned Career Technical Education curriculum — including business, finance, and entrepreneurship units — used by educators nationally.

Founder / Owner-Operator - RNK Realty LLC & Fresh Kicks Int

(2015-01 - 2023-12)

• Built and operated two businesses, managing finances, budgets, contracts, inventory, marketing, and operations — real-world experience that brings authenticity to business and entrepreneurship instruction.

Community Manager - Irvine Apartment Communities - Irvine, CA

(2001-01 - 2014-12)

• Managed budgets and financial records, supervised and trained staff, and coordinated services for a large, diverse community.

Master of Arts - Education - National University (2018-12)

Bachelor of Science - Business Management - Saint Leo University (2005-12)