Hack Upstate - Careers in Code
Dean of Students & Lead Instructor • Instructor • April 2019 - October 2024
Led software education program operations, including nightly live classes, 1:1 mentoring, and alumni network building. Modernized the full-stack curriculum & LMS by incorporating practical applications of AI tools and APIs, preparing students for emerging industry trends and learning new technologies.
Built student pipelines into tech careers through code reviews, project-based learning, and career mentorship. Instructed students at a 6-month bootcamp in full-stack JavaScript with part-time role teaching, curriculum development, & student mentoring.
Key Programs at Hack Upstate
Key Achievements
Curriculum Modernization
Modernized the full-stack curriculum & LMS by incorporating practical applications of AI tools and APIs
Program Leadership
Led software education program operations, including nightly live classes, 1:1 mentoring, and alumni network building
Student Success Pipeline
Built student pipelines into tech careers through code reviews, project-based learning, and career mentorship
Industry Preparation
Prepared students for emerging industry trends and learning new technologies through hands-on experience
Teaching Excellence
Instructed students at a 6-month bootcamp in full-stack JavaScript with curriculum development and student mentoring
Alumni Network
Built and maintained alumni network to support ongoing career development and industry connections