ATI PHILOSOPHY

At ATI, we uphold the principle that education should be accessible to everyone, transcending all barriers. We are committed to providing educational opportunities to all aspiring learners, irrespective of their background or previous academic experiences. Our focus is on equipping individuals with the essential knowledge and skills required for effective participation in today's and tomorrow's world. We aim to nurture a sense of personal purpose, self-worth, and bravery in our students, inspiring them to aim higher and expand their horizons beyond their current perceptions.

ATI mission

​​ATI is dedicated to empowering individuals and families by helping them acquire vital job skills, comprehensive adult education, a GED diploma, and specialized classes that lead to certificates in essential areas like computer skills and the current labor market demands.

Learn with Us! We provide comprehensive, personalized instruction! Our
classes are taught by dedicated and experienced educators. Using proven
teaching strategies, they make sure that every student finds a path to success.

ati facts

Irma balderrama-torres - LINKEDIN PROFILE -Email IRMA@ati.school


Irma Balderrama handles the week-by-week direction of Career Counseling services. As a bilingual-multicultural counselor, she has over 25 years of experience in vocational rehabilitation counseling and assessment.


She holds a Master’s Degree in Counseling and is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and an Independent Vocational Evaluator for the State of California Rehabilitation Department.​

GEORGE CAJAS- LINKEDIN PROFILE - Email george@ati.school

George Cajas has over 30 years of experience in vocational training, business management, and computer science. Harvard University, Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning certifies him to practice higher education and advances in learning. The University of Witwatersand certifies him with Strategic Implementation of Teaching with Technology. Mr. Cajas has completed an Executive Program with MIT Management Sloan School in Business and Digital Technology and holds a Bachelor in Computer Science.  Mr. Cajas is scheduled to begin a fall semester with Yale School of Management Executive Education in an Accelerated Management Program.


  • Motto: "Empowerment through
    Training and Education™"
  • Money Awards: Over $25,000 in
    Scholarships and Incentives provided
  • Established: December 1998
  • Graduates: Over 2000
  • School Colors: Navy Blue and Gold
  • School Mascot: Eagle
  • Over 100 PC and Laptops were awarded to students



ATI GOALS

Fostering a Culture of Learning: For the past twenty years, we have been dedicated to inspiring individuals to embrace lifelong learning and nurturing their intellectual curiosity and growth.


Delivering Excellence in Education: Our experienced instructors have consistently provided top-notch instruction, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all participants.

Advancing Educational and Professional Growth: We've actively promoted educational and professional development, supporting our learners in achieving their academic and career aspirations.

Offering Guided Leadership: ATI has provided invaluable leadership, consultation, and guidance, helping learners navigate their educational journeys confidently and clearly.

Dedicated Educators

SHARON Martinez - Email sharon@ati.school

Sharon Martinez received her Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Public Administration from the University of Southern California. 


She also received her Master’s of Science Degree in Public Administration in Management from the University of Southern California. 

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ANDrew Cajas - Email ANDREW@ati.school

Andrew Cajas handles the direction of the GED and Adult Basic Education (ABE) academic services. As a multilingual-Multicultural Instructor, he has international teaching experience in both the United States and in China.


He holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master’s degree from the University of California, Los Angeles.​


Andrew Cajas is the Owner and Founder of Kong Ming Education, an after-school tutoring center that specializes in Parents and Children that require Mandarin Chinese proficiency.