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I am OSCAR RODRIGUEZ
Chief Technology Officer
- Age
- 45
- Address
- Austin, Texas
- Phone
About Me
As a highly accomplished and innovative leader in educational technology, I am passionate about leveraging technology to enhance student learning opportunities and accessibility. I currently serve as the Chief Technology Officer at Austin ISD and lead the district’s digital transformation across all enterprise information systems. This includes successfully implementing several large-scale technology projects, such as launching a new enterprise resource planning system (ERP), a unified enrollment system (Enroll Austin), and a new special education case management platform. I believe that systems should be “Simple. standard. secure,” and my leadership style is characterized by a collaborative approach, a commitment to transparency, and an unwavering focus on student success.
My passion for education began long ago, as I was inspired by my parents, who overcame language, educational, and economic barriers to achieve success through hard work and dedication. As a former teacher myself, I believe that quality public education is fundamental to changing the trajectory of children’s lives, and strong leadership is required to support that mission continuously. I strive to lead by example, demonstrating my commitment to education through action so others can follow. This includes being present in the community and building strong relationships with all stakeholders: parents, teachers, and educational leaders.
Professional Skills
Education
Texas Christian University
Master of Business Administration
Major : Data and Operations
EXPERIENCE
Austin ISD
Executive Director of Enterprise Applications
Directed district-wide change strategy to modernize enterprise applications and technology systems, including.
implementation of a new enterprise resource platform (ERP);
Duncanville ISD
Director of Technology Operations
Supervised direct operational teams, including helpdesk support, technical support, and instructional technology. Incorporated evidence-based strategy for technology integration to align with teaching and learning based on district needs.
Dallas ISD
Educational Technology Supervisor
Directly supervised video production team to design, film, and edit video content for various internal client divisions including, School Leadership, Teaching & Learning, Human Capital Management, and Communications.
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Educational Technology Coordinator
Developed, Implemented, and monitored educational technology integration projects for ten campuses (Dallas, Ft. Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Houston) and central staff.
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Instructional Coach
Supported teachers across three states and seven cities with the use of district mathematics curriculum, technology integration, and data analysis.
Dallas ISD
Director of Technology Operations
Implemented a process and data-oriented culture to achieve strategic goals in operations to provide efficient, effective, and quality service to the district. Managed execution of a $50 M budget for the district operations, oversaw all routing and planning activities, and maintained all enterprise applications.
Dallas ISD
Staffing Manager
Directly supervised specific process teams that support candidate onboarding: background, fingerprinting, and certification. Analyzed, reviewed, and updated improvements in several business processes.
Dallas ISD
Educational Technology Coordinator
Project Team Member for numerous digital learning initiatives. Primary trainer of blended and online learning for various levels and departments of the organization: Executive Directors, Principals, Central Staff, Teachers, Teaching & Learning, Human Capital Management, and Student Services.
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Teacher Mentor
Supported classroom teachers with educational technology integration support. Provided consulting and support on district-wide analytics/business intelligence projects focused on student performance.
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Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Secondary mathematics teacher (Algebra I) working with at-risk children in grades 9-12.
Dallas ISD
Director of Business Operations
Implemented a process and data-oriented culture to achieve strategic goals in operations to provide efficient, effective, and quality service to the district. Managed execution of a $50 M budget for the district operations, oversaw all routing and planning activities, and maintained all enterprise applications.
Dallas ISD
Staffing Manager
Directly supervised specific process teams that support candidate onboarding: background, fingerprinting, and certification. Analyzed, reviewed, and updated improvements in several business processes.
Dallas ISD
Educational Technology Coordinator
Project Team Member for numerous digital learning initiatives. Primary trainer of blended and online learning for various levels and departments of the organization: Executive Directors, Principals, Central Staff, Teachers, Teaching & Learning, Human Capital Management, and Student Services.
Texans Can
Teacher Mentor
Supported classroom teachers with educational technology integration support. Provided consulting and support on district-wide analytics/business intelligence projects focused on student performance.
Texans Can
Secondary Mathematics Teacher
Secondary mathematics teacher (Algebra I) working with at-risk children in grades 9-12.
Duncanville ISD
Director of Technology Operations
Implemented a process and data-oriented culture to achieve strategic goals in operations to provide efficient, effective, and quality service to the district. Managed execution of a $50 M budget for the district operations, oversaw all routing and planning activities, and maintained all enterprise applications.
Dallas ISD
Educational Technology Supervisor
Directly supervised video production team to design, film, and edit video content for various internal client divisions including, School Leadership, Teaching & Learning, Human Capital Management, and Communications.
Texans Can
Educational Technology Coordinator
Developed, Implemented, and monitored educational technology integration projects for ten campuses (Dallas, Ft. Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Houston) and central staff.
Texans Can
Instructional Coach
Supported teachers across three states and seven cities with the use of district mathematics curriculum, technology integration, and data analysis.
CERTIFICATIONS
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
China – 2016
Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Beijing, and Curacao. Studied market competition, entrepreneurship, and consumerism between state-owned enterprises (SOE) and foreign firms. Identified key differences between educational models and paradigms between Chinese and American societies.
South Africa – 2017
Cape Town. Studied poverty and unemployment within post-apartheid South Africa. Analyzed the role of government and education in determining outcomes for different racial and ethnic groups within South Africa. Focused on systemic educational issues with capacity, equity, and growth.
The United Kingdom – 2018
London and Edinburgh. Studied K16 educational organization culture and policies regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion with regards to student attainment gaps in higher education.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
Dallas ISD 2021 - Leadership Development Program
Spring 2021
Leadership development program within Dallas ISD for high potential leaders as identified by their division chief.
Board of Directors / The GEMS Camp
January 2018 - December 2020
The GEMS Camp is a holistic STEM program designed to help urban girls shine with guidance from industry professionals. Our mission is to build confidence in urban teen girls in five core areas we call the 5 Karat Gems – Academics, Career, Creativity, Leadership & Service– so that they will be successful in STEM studies and careers.
2017-2018
January 2018 - December 2020
Our mission is to advance educational equity by informing and activating community leaders to shape policy, lead strategically, and champion change.
Vice President of Operations / Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Inc.
2014-2015
Ensure effective, efficient, and continuous operations of the national organization and oversees National Director of Expansion, National Director of Finance, National Director of Intake and Recruitment, and the National Director of Technology.
North Texas Regional Director / Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Inc.
2010-2014
Regional director for North Texas overseeing operations of entities within the region that included programming, recruitment, community service, and leadership development. Entity hosting universities and colleges in North Texas include SMU, UNT, UTA, TCU, TAMUC, and UTD.
North Texas Regional Director / Omega Delta Phi Fraternity, Inc.
2006-2008
Oversaw the design, implementation, and evaluation of national programming strategy which included national partnerships such as CASA and MADD along with community service and leadership development at the local level.