Welcome to the Office of Instruction at Victor Valley College!
The office of Instruction is dedicated to fostering a high-quality learning environment that empowers both students and faculty. We oversee academic programs, curriculum development, faculty support, and instructional services to ensure that students receive the best possible education.
Our Role in Academic Operations
The office of instruction plays a crucial role in maintaining the academic integrity and functionality of Victor Valley College.
We:
- Facilitate the Schedule Development Process - We work collaboratively with the department chairs and deans to develop a course schedule that meets student demand while optimizing faculty workload and institutional resources.
- Oversee Faculty Contracts and Assignments - We ensure that faculty assignments are accurate and equitable, managing contracts and workload compliance in alignment with institutional policies and collective bargaining agreements.
- Support Curriculum Development and Updates - We guide faculty and academic departments through the process of creating, revising, and updating courses and programs to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and state regulations, keeping our curriculum relevant and responsive to student and workforce needs.
At Victor Valley College, we are guided by our Mission: In partnership with the community, we are dedicated to providing opportunities for student learning and success through academic advancement, workforce development, and personal growth. This mission drives our commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in instruction.
Whether you're a student exploring your future or a faculty member shaping the next generation of learners, the Office of Instruction is here to support you every step of the way.
We are here to help!
Building 55 - Administration
760-245-4271
Office of Instruction Directory
| Office of Instruction | ||||
| Title | Name | Location | Ext. | |
| Vice President of Instruction | McKenzie Tarango | 55-23 | McKenzie.Tarango@vvc.edu | 2693 |
| Executive Assistant to Vice President of Instruction | Ashlin Barkdull | 55 | Ashlin.Barkdull@vvc.edu | 2695 |
| Administrative Specialist Sub, Special Grant Programs | Rosa Miramontes | 55 | Rosa.Miramontes@vvc.edu | 2694 |
| Curriculum/Scheduling Coordinator (Scheduling) | Jazmin Santillán | 55-22 | Jazmin.Santillan@vvc.edu | 2611 |
| Curriculum/Scheduling Coordinator (Contracts) | James Lee | 55 | James.Lee@vvc.edu | 2222 |
| Curriculum/Scheduling Coordinator (Curriculum) | Armando Barajas | 55 | Armando.Barajas@vvc.edu | 2572 |
| School of Business, Law, and Academic Resources | ||||
| Title | Name | Location | Ext. | |
| Dean | Malia Carpenter | 55-26 | Malia.Carpenter@vvc.edu | 2942 |
| Administrative Assistant to the Dean of BLAR | Fabiola Ortiz | 55 | Fabiola.Ortiz@vvc.edu | 2411 |
| Instructional Program Specialist - BLAR | Lisa McElroy | 55 | Lisa.McElroy@vvc.edu | 2485 |
| School of Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences | ||||
| Title | Name | Location | Ext. | |
| Dean | Kelley Cahow | 55-21 | Kelley.Cahow@vvc.edu | 2357 |
| Administrative Assistant to Dean of HASS | Viviana Rizo | 55 | Viviana.Rizo@vvc.edu | 2913 |
| Office Assistant - HASS | Rachel Cardenas | 55 | Rachel.Cardenas@vvc.edu | 2340 |
| Instructional Program Specialist - HASS | Kenyona Krick | 55 | Kenyona.Krick@vvc.edu | 2364 |
| School of Public Safety & Industrial Technology | ||||
| Title | Name | Location | Ext. | |
| Dean | 55-28 | |||
| Administrative Assistant to the Dean of PSIT | Kelly Tomlinson | 55 | Kelly.Tomlinson@vvc.edu | 2319 |
| Instructional Program Specialist Sub - PSIT | Denise Rojas | 55 | Denise.Rojas@vvc.edu | 2453 |
| Office Assistant | Becky Valle Grande | 55 | Rebeca.ValleGrande@vvc.edu | 2340 |
| Administrative Assistant to the Dean of PSIT | Valerie Trujillo | RPSC | Valerie.Trujillo@vvc.edu | 2823 |
| Non-Credit | ||||
| Director, Instruction (Non-credit) | Richard Radcliffe | 55-28 | Richard.Radcliffe@vvc.edu | 2358 |
| Administrative Assistant | Alicia Weatherston | 55 | Alicia.Weatherston@vvc.edu | 2309 |
| Instructional Program Specialist - Dual Enrollment | Jennifer Henry | 55-22 | Jennifer.Henry@vvc.edu | 2930 |
| Nursing and Allied Health | ||||
| Title | Name | Location | Ext. | |
| Director | Karmen Padfield | 33 | Karmen.Padfield@vvc.edu | 2325 |
| Administrative Assistant to Nursing | Mark Kuyper | 33-164 | Mark.Kuyper@vvc.edu | 2285 |
| Office Assistant to Nursing | Nicole Cobo | 32-2 | Nicole.Cobo@vvc.edu | 2289 |
| Instructional Program Specialist - STEM | Starlitt Huggins | 55 | Starlitt.Huggins@vvc.edu | 2941 |
| School of Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math | ||||
| Title | Name | Location | Ext. | |
| Dean | Henry Young | 55-26 | Henry.Young@vvc.edu | 2487 |
| Administrative Assistant to the Dean of STEM (Sub) | Diana Lopez | 55 | Diana.Lopez@vvc.ecu | 2943 |
| Instructional Program Specialist - STEM | Starlitt Huggins | 55 | Starlitt.Huggins@vvc.edu | 2941 |
| Student Services / Athletics | ||||
| Title | Name | Location | Ext. | |
| Interim Vice President - Student Services | Mary Gallagher | 55-18 | Mary.Gallagher@vvc.edu | 2377 |
| Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Student Services | Amber Brown | 55 | Amber.Brown@vvc.edu | 2526 |
| Dean | Edward Alvarez | 23-10E | Edward.Alvarez@vvc.edu | 2270 |
| Interim Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Student Services | Isabell Nunez | 23-10 | Isabell.Nunez@vvc.edu | 2273 |
| CCAP Dual Enrollment | ||||
| Title | Name | Location | Ext. | |
| Instructional Program Specialist - Dual Enrollment | Jennifer Henry | 55-22 | Jennifer.Henry@vvc.edu | 2930 |
| Executive Director of Instruction | Chris Piercy | 55-20 | Chris.Piercy@vvc.edu | 2241 |
| Workforce Development | ||||
| Title | Name | Location | Ext. | |
| Executive Director of Instruction | Frank Castaños | 80-3 | Frank.Castanos@vvc.edu | 2152 |
| Administrative Assistant to the Executive Director | Pandora Oldfield | 80-3 | Pandora.Oldfield@vvc.edu | 2156 |
| Office Assistant to Workforce Development | Yolanda Carranza | 80-3 | Yolanda.Carranza@vvc.edu | 2356 |
| Counselor of Justice Involved Education | Lizette Ramirez | 80-6 | Lizette.Ramirez@vvc.edu | 2139 |
| Program Manager of Grants and Apprenticeships | Dave Nunez | 42 | David.Nunez@vvc.edu | 2243 |
| Senior Student Services Specialist | Na'Im Williams | 42 | NaIm.Williams@vvc.edu | 2244 |
| Program Manager of Community Education | De'Onna Berry | 80-3 | deonna.berry@vvc.edu | 2539 |
| Manager - Regional Employer Engagement | Charlotte Allen | 42-8 | charlotte.allen@vvc.edu | 2936 |
| Program Manager of Justice Involved Education | Aubrey Berry | 80 | aubrey.berry@vvc.edu | 2134 |
| Administrative Assistant of Justice Involved Education | Fernando Chavez | 10-8 | fernando.chavez@vvc.edu | 2135 |
| Updated 9/15/25 | ||||