Fred has worked in education and human services, with a particular focus on youth development, his entire career. Over the years, Fred has worked as a sexuality educator, a youth programs coordinator at a Unitarian church, and a manager of student programs at a community college. Before joining Highline’s faculty in 2020, Fred was the Director of College Support at Rainier Scholars, a non-profit agency dedicated to helping low income, first generation students of color achieve their dream of graduating from college.

Fred has a BA in Psychology from Whitman College and an MA in Education from Seattle University. When he’s not teaching, Fred enjoys playing board games, watching live theater—especially musicals—and hanging out with his family.