Nieves Q. Veras
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Amplify, excelling in literacy pilot implementation and professional learning. Expertise in designing and delivering impactful training, leveraging bilingual communication and active listening to enhance educator engagement. Strong track record of cross-functional collaboration, driving successful adoption of innovative educational solutions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
PD Design Contractor
Amplify
08.2025 - Current
- Designed high-quality biliteracy training assets to enhance professional development experiences for K-5 educators
- Aligned training materials with product updates and user needs through cross-functional collaboration with product teams
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure design alignment with project goals.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to create engaging visual content for various projects.
Pilot Support Associate
Amplify
06.2025 - Current
- Served as primary contact for district and school stakeholders throughout pilot lifecycle, ensuring effective communication and support
- Evaluated pilot feedback, educator inquiries, and implementation trends to shape product positioning and strategic recommendations
- Facilitated strategic literacy pilot initiatives by collaborating with internal teams and districts on onboarding, troubleshooting implementation issues, and providing ongoing instructional guidance
Bilingual Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify
New York
06.2022 - Current
- Delivered in-person and remote pilot trainings, coaching sessions, and demonstration lessons for administrators, teacher committees, and classroom educators
- Supported districts in curriculum review and pilot phases by addressing instructional questions, surfacing implementation considerations, and enhancing educator confidence.
- Leveraged conversation intelligence to ask targeted questions, actively listen to stakeholder needs, and tailor Amplify solutions to align with district priorities.
- Served as liaison between customers and internal teams to facilitate pilot success and strengthen long-term partnerships.
Translator & Interpreter (Freelance)
01.2004 - Current
- Delivered simultaneous and consecutive interpretation in educational and community settings to facilitate effective communication
- Translated instructional and professional materials between Spanish and English to enhance accessibility and understanding
Biliteracy Lead Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Led district- and state-level professional learning supporting adoption and implementation of Amplify's biliteracy and literacy programs
- Supervised and coached bilingual Professional Learning Specialists, ensuring consistent messaging, high-quality delivery, and alignment to Amplify's instructional vision
- Leveraged expertise in Science of Reading, biliteracy, and K-8 instructional trends to shape pilot strategy and inform educator discussions
- Designed and delivered workshops and trainings to improve product positioning and guide educator decision-making
- Partnered with sales, product, and operations teams to enhance pilot implementation experiences and drive active opportunities
Embedded Coach, Biliteracy
Amplify
Houston
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Designed and facilitated district-wide professional learning focused on dual language literacy implementation
- Evaluated curriculum effectiveness with administrators and instructional leaders during implementation cycles to enhance dual language literacy outcomes
- Assessed progress and troubleshot challenges in collaboration with internal coaching and leadership teams on a weekly basis
3rd & 4th Grade Integrated Co-Teacher / DEI Leader
Girls Prep Bronx Elementary Charter School
Bronx
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Led literacy curriculum planning and instructional improvements, enhancing student engagement and achievement
- Facilitated equity-centered professional development for teachers, families, and school leaders, promoting inclusive practices
- Mentored new teachers, fostering instructional consistency and collaboration across the school
Kindergarten-1st Grade Dual Language Teacher
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School
New York
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed and executed literacy instruction promoting early reading development and biliteracy best practices
- Co-facilitated professional development sessions, enhancing peer instructional practices and collaborative growth
- Designed and implemented engaging dual language lessons for diverse first-grade classrooms.
- Fostered inclusive learning environments to support English and Spanish language development.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum aligned with expeditionary learning principles.
Education
M.S. - Education (Grades 1-6) + Bilingual Extension
Hunter College
New York, NYB.A. - Translation & Interpretation (English-Spanish)
Hunter College
New York, NYSkills
- Bilingual
- Literacy pilot experience
- Training design
- Professional learning
- Pre-sales educator support
- Educational technology
- Cross-department collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
PD Design Contractor
Amplify
08.2025 - Current
Pilot Support Associate
Amplify
06.2025 - Current
Biliteracy Lead Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify
03.2023 - 09.2024
Embedded Coach, Biliteracy
Amplify
01.2023 - 06.2023
Bilingual Professional Learning Specialist
Amplify
06.2022 - Current
3rd & 4th Grade Integrated Co-Teacher / DEI Leader
Girls Prep Bronx Elementary Charter School
01.2019 - 01.2022
Kindergarten-1st Grade Dual Language Teacher
Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School
01.2017 - 01.2019
Translator & Interpreter (Freelance)
01.2004 - Current
M.S. - Education (Grades 1-6) + Bilingual Extension
Hunter College
B.A. - Translation & Interpretation (English-Spanish)
Hunter College