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Alejandro Ortuno

Springfield,VA

Summary

Driven Research Assistant experienced in conducting laboratory, library and field research. Skilled in working within collaborative environments to collect and evaluate research data for variety of projects. In process of completing degree in Data Science.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

STEM Instructor

STEM exCEL, BSTEM Enrichment Center
09.2024 - Current
  • Delivered carefully planned coding activities, which included videogame design, electronics, or robotics for elementary school students in age-appropriate programming languages such as Scratch
  • Managed computer equipment including troubleshooting, taking inventory, and transporting it to the teaching site
  • Utilized and developed skills in programming, problem-solving, equipment management, and communication

Floor Supervisor and Instructional Assistant

Virginia Tech Math Tutoring Lab
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Managed equipment used during tutoring sessions, ensuring all materials were available and in proper working condition
  • Supervised staff, ensuring adherence to proper procedures such as punctuality and utilizing resource books effectively
  • Collected and analyzed data on the number of students tutored per hour to optimize staffing and resource allocation
  • Provided tutoring for multiple first and second-year mathematics courses, including calculus, algebra, and statistics
  • Utilized and developed skills in applied mathematics, problem solving, logic, probability, statistics, and data visualization to assist students effectively

Undergraduate Research Assistant

The Proofs Project, Virginia Tech Math Department
02.2023 - 02.2024
  • Analyzed and codified data into spreadsheets, including visual and written data on students solving problems and working with mathematical statements in a logic course
  • Collected and organized data for inclusion on the team's website, ensuring accuracy and clarity
  • Poster presentation at the 2024 Research in Undergraduate Mathematics Education (RUME) conference in Omaha, NE
  • Developed and utilized skills in research, data analysis, MS Excel, critical thinking, and collaboration

Blacksburg Refugee Partnership
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Planned and executed math lessons for a refugee student seeking enrollment in higher education courses

Summer Camp Counselor

Burgundy Farm Summer Day Camp / Bricks Bots and Beakers
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Planned, led, and implemented various programs such as games and experiments to engage and educate campers between 6 and 12 years of age
  • Acted as a role model, demonstrating positive behavior and leadership
  • Maintained schedules for campers, ensuring smooth operation and timely transitions between activities
  • Oversaw the daily operations of recreational facilities, ensuring safety and organization and enforced rules and regulations, maintaining a safe and orderly environment
  • Developed and utilized skills in organization, management, communication, and creativity

Engineering Internship Program

Hallmark Iron Works Inc.
06.2018 - 08.2019
  • Used AutoCAD to draw miscellaneous steel items such as handrails and stairs
  • Sorted and filed job plans and blueprints, maintaining an organized workspace
  • Facilitated work for the engineering staff, project managers, and drafters, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient project progression
  • Developed and utilized skills in AutoCAD and time management

Education

M.S. - Data Science

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND
12.2025

B.S. - Mathematics

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05.2024

Skills

  • MS Office
  • Google Apps
  • MATLAB
  • Python
  • SQL
  • R
  • AutoCAD
  • Public speaking
  • Researching skills
  • Data analysis
  • Team supervision
  • Research reporting

Community Service

Blacksburg Refugee Partnership, 08/2023, 12/2023. 

Planned and executed math lessons for a refugee student seeking enrollment in higher education courses.

Timeline

STEM Instructor

STEM exCEL, BSTEM Enrichment Center
09.2024 - Current

Blacksburg Refugee Partnership
08.2023 - 12.2023

Undergraduate Research Assistant

The Proofs Project, Virginia Tech Math Department
02.2023 - 02.2024

Floor Supervisor and Instructional Assistant

Virginia Tech Math Tutoring Lab
08.2021 - 05.2024

Summer Camp Counselor

Burgundy Farm Summer Day Camp / Bricks Bots and Beakers
06.2021 - 08.2023

Engineering Internship Program

Hallmark Iron Works Inc.
06.2018 - 08.2019

B.S. - Mathematics

Virginia Tech

M.S. - Data Science

University of North Dakota

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