Joandry Escalera
New York City,United States
Summary
Analytical Machine Learning Engineer offering progressive career in the field. Exceptional problem-solving abilities both in team-oriented and self-motivated settings. Dedicated to delivering product excellence and exceeding customer expectations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career Transition
MIT
03.2024 - Current
- Developed machine learning models to predict customer behavior.
- Built predictive models utilizing machine learning techniques such as regression, classification, clustering .
- Implemented automated tests for validating accuracy of machine learning algorithms.
Computer Science Teacher
Department Of Education
New York, NY
11.2023 - Current
- • Outlined and developed the vision and guiding principles for computer science instruction for one high school.
• Taught 11th and 12th grade cohort an introductory computer science course
• Collaborated and partnered with educational technology organizations
Science Teacher
NYC Department of Education
New York City
08.2015 - 04.2024
- Conduct detailed presentations for 120+ student daily, utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint, Zoom, and Google Meet, resulting in a 100% increase in student engagement
- Managed the Science Department Budget, reducing costs by 20% through optimized material allocation while maintaining educational quality
- Managed student records, including Individual Education Plans (IEPs), academic data, and contact information, ensuring data security and compliance using Learning Management Systems
- Designed and co-created dynamic projects, utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
- Collaborated with cross-departmental teams and produce comprehensive student reports and presentations
- Achieved Facility Access to a laboratory, ensuring that 100% of students met lab report requirements for year-end regents' exams.
Chemistry Teacher
KIPP NYC
Bronx, New York, United States
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Planned, developed, and coordinated curriculum to meet the goals of the institution
- Analyzed and tracked data, informing department lead of updates and projections predicted
- Heavily contributed as a valuable team member in the collaborations of curriculum development for department trainings
- Increased state exam pass rate by 12% using small group coaching
- Worked with the chemistry department to implement a year-long innovative activity in the curriculum
- Crafted project plans with established timelines for integral phases, in addition to assigning appropriate teams and managing workflow and completion deadlines.
Biology Teacher
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Miami, FL
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in learners of differing skill levels
- Developed and executed lesson plans with assistance from mentor teacher
- Created demonstrations, along with supervising learners while conducting investigations
- Assessed and evaluated assignments for clarity and skills
- Discussed feedback to enhance understanding of course objectives.
Trainee Educator
Teach For America
Chicago, IL
06.2014 - 07.2014
- Instructed a five-week summer school biology course in the Chicago Public School District
- Administered daily differentiated lectures and weekly assessments for small and large group cohorts
- Worked towards 80%+ mastery of standards for every learner on the final assessment
- Finalized 100+ hours of coursework and seminars in instructional planning, classroom management, learning theory, literacy, and diversity.
Education
Data Science & Machine Learning - Computer And Information Sciences
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, MA06.2024
Master's degree - Secondary Science Education (Grades 7-12)
Relay Graduate School of Education
01.2019
Bachelor's degree - Human Biology
University at Albany, SUNY
05.2013
Bachelor's degree - Latin American and Caribbean Studies
University at Albany, SUNY
05.2013
Regent's Diploma - Honors/Regents High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Cardinal Spellman High School
01.2008
Skills
- Machine Learning
- Algorithm development
- Model Development
- Data Analytics
Certification
- Zendesk Customer Service Professional Certificate
- Project_ Spring 2021 Program
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
- Responsive Web Design
Languages
Spanish, Native or Bilingual
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Career Transition
MIT
03.2024 - Current
Computer Science Teacher
Department Of Education
11.2023 - Current
Chemistry Teacher
KIPP NYC
08.2018 - 06.2020
Science Teacher
NYC Department of Education
08.2015 - 04.2024
Biology Teacher
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
08.2014 - 06.2015
Trainee Educator
Teach For America
06.2014 - 07.2014
Data Science & Machine Learning - Computer And Information Sciences
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Master's degree - Secondary Science Education (Grades 7-12)
Relay Graduate School of Education
Bachelor's degree - Human Biology
University at Albany, SUNY
Bachelor's degree - Latin American and Caribbean Studies
University at Albany, SUNY
Regent's Diploma - Honors/Regents High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Cardinal Spellman High School