Director of Business DevelopmentE: MMikuriya@ESS.comP: 626.676.4146
As Director of Business Development for ESS, Michael Mikuriya partners with school districts across Southern California to understand their unique challenges and develop solutions that strengthen classroom continuity and support student success. With a career rooted in education, Michael brings a genuine passion for helping schools create meaningful learning experiences.
Inspired by the “Light Bulb” Moments
Michael began his career in education at Mathnasium, where he discovered how rewarding it was to see the moment when a new concept finally clicked for a student. Those unforgettable “light bulb” moments sparked a passion for education that has continued throughout his career.
Most recently, at Bestal Education, Michael helped develop programs supporting students across Southern California school districts. Seeing the measurable impact of those programs reinforced his desire to help schools create environments where students have the consistency and support they need to succeed.
How Michael Supports School Districts
Michael believes strong partnerships start with listening. He enjoys learning directly from school leaders about their challenges, goals, and what makes their District unique.
Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, Michael focuses on understanding each District’s needs and identifying ways ESS can provide meaningful support. For him, building strong relationships is ultimately about creating better opportunities for schools and students.
A Shared Sense of Purpose
What Michael values most about ESS is the genuine care its people bring to their work. From his earliest conversations with the company, he saw a shared understanding that the work ESS does reaches beyond numbers and data – it directly impacts students and their educational experience.
That sense of purpose strongly aligns with Michael’s own passion for education and motivates him to help Southern California districts create consistent, supportive learning environments.
Why Districts Partner with ESS
For over 25 years, ESS has been a trusted partner to more than 1,200 school districts nationwide, providing substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, and specialized support personnel. We manage every aspect of recruiting, credentialing, and employee administration, allowing districts to focus on what matters most: student success.
With ESS, you gain:
- A dedicated local team focused on your District’s goals
- Comprehensive recruiting, training, and credentialing support
- Proven technology that simplifies absence management and reporting
- Reliable coverage that keeps classrooms learning every day
Start the Conversation
Michael believes the best partnerships begin with listening and understanding. He’s eager to learn about your District’s goals and challenges and explore how ESS can help. Complete the form below, and Michael will reach out personally to start the conversation.