- Occupation: Teacher
 - Teacher who led students with different learning styles to achieve significant academic gains in math
 - B.S. Business Administration, B.A Economics, University of California, Berkeley
 - Educational leader who led a local non-proft and managed multimillion dollar budgets
 - Graduate of San Jose Unified School District
 - Member of the East Side Union High School District steering committee, a group that advised district on vision and strategy
 - Teacher leader who leads the professional development of over 50 teachers across 20 schools in San Jose
  
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Top Priorities if Elected |   
- Thoughtful curriculum that meets the needs of all learners and equips our students with 21st century skills, like critical thinking
 - Rich extracurricular programs, like music, band, drama, and career technical programs, so students receive a well-rounded education
 - Strong support systems for our teachers, so all students receive a high quality learning experience
  
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The Leagues of Women Voters of Santa Clara County asked questions on the issues of all candidates for this office.
 Read the answers from Paymon Zarghami
 
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- San Jose Teachers Association
 - San Jose Mercury News
  
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