Jon Ray teaches with a focus on critical inquiry, student wellness, and inclusive historical perspectives. Raised in San Francisco’s Excelsior District on Ramaytush Ohlone land, he earned his BA in Asian American Studies from San Francisco State University and his MA in Teaching with a concentration in Urban Education and Social Justice from the University of San Francisco.

Inspired by the teachers and professors who shaped his own educational journey, he strives to create a classroom where students feel supported, empowered, and capable of achieving their goals. His teaching centers Ethnic Studies frameworks and counter-narratives that highlight the experiences of Black, Indigenous, and other communities of color, helping students examine history through a critical and compassionate lens. Outside of school, he enjoys hiking, visiting national parks, trying new foods, playing video games, traveling, and spending time with friends.