Canvas
Miguel Rodriguez
North Adams,MA
Summary
Program Director & Educator with expertise in all areas of preparing impactful training programs, analyzing performance and learning results, and developing effective curriculum. Results-oriented Analyst skillful in managing and breaking down large volumes of information. Proactive at heading off issues in operations, workflow and production by uncovering trends affecting business success. Articulate communicator able to relay complex concepts in a way that reaches students on all levels of understanding.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Technology Analyst
University of California
La Jolla, CA
01.2018 - Current
- Develop and continually improve a rubric of privacy and security criteria for the evaluation of Educational Technology Tools
- Evaluate educational technology tools for privacy and security rigor, and assign a category of safety to each one before integrating with Learning Management System (Canvas)
- Connect world-class faculty and researchers to the Information Technology Resources that best match their teaching, learning, and research goals
- Host a weekly podcast that fosters connection and familiarity amongst the varied and disparate departments of Information Technology Services in UC San Diego, as well as amongst other University of California campuses
- Emcee virtual all-hands meetings, conferences, and other presentations to inform a diversity of audiences about the complex workings of the university's Information Technology Services department
- Served as the Executive Chair of the 40th annual UC Tech Conference
- Served as Director of Communications for an event focusing on Lean Six Sigma continuous improvement.
Founder and Director
HORRIBLE IMAGININGS FILM FESTIVAL
San Diego, CA
01.2009 - 01.2022
- Spearhead all efforts related to casting sessions, selecting talent, and organizing the annual film festival and art show that highlights the skills of aspiring artists; launch subsequent educational programs within the community
- Review and approve films to be featured in the festival that speak to the targeted audience attending; interview, hire, and train volunteers to work at events
- Demonstrate excellent communication and networking abilities to build mutually beneficial working relationships with community leaders and organizations; successfully secure sponsorships to enhance the exposure for the artists.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Attracted top talent for the company, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Secured funding for company growth through investor relations and networking activities.
- Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.
Educational Technology Resource Teacher
SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
San Diego, CA
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Conceptualize, develop, and introduce comprehensive training programs used district wide to effectively educate teachers; evaluate performance statistics, identify areas in need of enhancement, and provide feedback
- Research evolving best practices, organize educational presentations and seminars, and incorporate techniques geared to servicing 21st century learners
- Integrate technology into innovative learning programs and offer personalized educational support to assist professionals in reaching their full potential with optimal results.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting a well-rounded education for all students.
Classroom Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
Baltimore, MD
12.2007 - 06.2008
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular lesson plans, increasing students'' understanding of how subjects interconnect.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
Education
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - Continuous Improvement
UCSD Extension
La Jolla, CA01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
Towson, MD01.2007
Skills
- Workshops & Seminars
- Written & Oral Communications
- Trend Forecasting
- System Analysis
- Workflow Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
Accomplishments
Four-time recipient of the IT Services STAR Award in recognition of outstanding service.
Honors And Memberships
- National Society of Collegiate Scholars
- Golden Key Honors Society Member
- Dean's List
- ITS Spotlight Award: Three Time Recipient
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
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Company CultureWork from home optionTimeline
Educational Technology Analyst
University of California
01.2018 - Current
Educational Technology Resource Teacher
SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
01.2010 - 01.2018
Founder and Director
HORRIBLE IMAGININGS FILM FESTIVAL
01.2009 - 01.2022
Classroom Teacher
Baltimore County Public Schools
12.2007 - 06.2008
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt - Continuous Improvement
UCSD Extension
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Towson University
Affiliations
- The Frida Cinema
- Images Cinema
- Film Festival Alliance
- Art House Convergence
Additional Information
I have extensive experience developing and editing different types of literature from technical to educational to creative. This experience includes SEO optimization designed for website visibility. These are the skills I am interested in applying and continuing to hone in the service of quality institutions or organizations. I am available for part time work.
Software
Moodle
Adobe Creative Suite
MS Office Suite