Hunter Macias

In my role as a Coding Instructor, I am responsible for delivering personalized, one-on-one coding instruction to a diverse group of students. My teaching encompasses a wide array of programming languages and technologies, including Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React, ensuring that I am well-versed in the skills most relevant to today's tech landscape. I take pride in developing flexible and dynamic lesson plans, which I craft myself without a formal curriculum. This approach allows me to tailor each session to the individual student's skill level, learning style, and interests, fostering engagement and relevance. My focus extends beyond mere language proficiency; I emphasize the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential in the tech industry. As a mentor, I guide my students through their coding journey, inspiring a passion for technology and a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

Spearheaded the development and implementation of an innovative Python programming curriculum, successfully integrating comprehensive theoretical concepts with practical applications tailored for diverse learning needs.Developed and implemented a Python programming curriculum for 100+ students, successfully integrating comprehensive theoretical concepts with practical applications tailored for diverse learning needs.Collaborated with educational specialists to continually evolve teaching methodologies, integrating industry-relevant content and cutting-edge pedagogical techniques.Conducted extensive courses in Web Design and Unity, showcasing a versatile skill set in multiple programming domains and a deep understanding of varied technologies and frameworks.

As a Teaching Assistant for Introduction to Computer Science I and Data Structures & Algorithms at the University of San Francisco, I significantly enhanced student learning in Python and Java. My role included delivering academic support during office hours, fostering a collaborative learning environment. I developed and conducted targeted workshops and exercises to deepen students' understanding of key programming concepts. In addition to playing a vital role in grading and providing constructive feedback, I collaborated with faculty to refine course content and assessments, aligning them with student performance trends and feedback.

In my role as a Web Application Developer at Leadbird, I was instrumental in engineering a sophisticated, React-based web dashboard tailored for top executives to monitor and analyze LinkedIn lead generation activities. My responsibilities included integrating DuxSoup for automating LinkedIn requests, significantly enhancing the efficiency of lead management for a diverse clientele. The user-friendly interface I developed provided immediate access to key metrics such as connection rates and message success, along with detailed insights into each LinkedIn interaction. This intuitive dashboard greatly improved our clients' decision-making capabilities in their networking strategies. My work at Leadbird was distinguished by my ability to deliver a high-performance tool that streamlined complex lead generation processes, demonstrating my expertise in creating data-driven web application solutions.

Took figma designs and turned them into a fully functional website using React, Next.js, and Tailwind CSS.