Instructor: Armando Montero

No image available Armando serves as Principal of Sierra Charter School and teaches as an adjunct instructor at Fresno Pacific University. He has worked as a classroom teacher, academic advisor, school counselor, and school leader, experiences that shape how he approaches professional learning. He is also the founder of Tier Zero Systems?, an educational framework focused on designing mission-driven classrooms where students experience belonging, accountability, and meaningful opportunities to contribute. His work is rooted in the belief that educators can strengthen learning by intentionally designing the environment and aligning support before problems become the focus. As a U.S. Army veteran, He also values clarity of mission, teamwork, and consistent leadership. He enjoys helping educators turn big ideas into practical strategies they can use immediately.

Classes by this instructor


Tier Zero: Designing Mission-Driven Classrooms for Student Success
Discover how to build classrooms where students belong, contribute, and take ownership of learning. In this practical course, educators explore classroom culture, shared expectations, student accountability, adult alignment, and family partnership. Through applied activities and a Classroom Mission Blueprint, participants design usable routines and strategies that support learning before problems escalate.