JB Tellez
Educational Software Engineer & Instructor
Contact Information
JB Tellez
1010 S. Thistle St. Seattle, WA 98108
206.763.3866
Skills
- Programming Languages: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, SQL, HTML, CSS, Java, Ruby, BASH
- Tools/Frameworks: React, Next.js, Django, Django Rest Framework, Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, Node.js, Express, MongoDB, Docker, AWS, Angular, Vue
Experience
Code Fellows / Principal Instructor
2017 - 2024, Seattle, WA
- Instructed adult learners moving from low/no code backgrounds to advanced level JavaScript, Python, and Java.
- Collaborated to create curriculum that leverages diverse learners' strengths to achieve rapid but sound success.
- Managed instructional team by holding regular training sessions with instructors, particularly addressing the challenges of veterans and students underrepresented in the tech industry.
Ripple Effects / Director of Engineering
2012 - 2017, San Francisco, CA
- Engineered desktop, mobile, and web applications for preK-12 learners using multiple languages and frameworks.
- Coordinated with educators in the field to improve application efficacy.
- Researched, evaluated, and implemented leading development tools and practices.
- Implemented risk reduction and efficiency improvement practices.
- Collaborated with leadership on strategic decisions.
Smashing Ideas / Sr. Developer
2010 - 2012, Seattle, WA
- Designed and implemented online games, leading projects from ideation to maintenance.
- Led a development team for large suites of games and activities.
- Evaluated and optimized tools in the web and mobile space.
- Collaborated with clients to determine ideal game mechanics and balance gameplay.
Scientific Learning / Sr. Software Engineer
1999 - 2009, Oakland, CA
- Developed educational games for k-12 learners to improve literacy.
- Managed front-end development team.
- Implemented middleware for communication between display layer and Java back end.
- Conducted code reviews, programmed educational applications.
- Designed and implemented strategies for student data upload and persistence.
- Researched and evaluated development tools and processes such as Extreme Programming, Test-Driven Development, UML, and Design Patterns.
Education
- Iron Hack / Full Stack Web Development, Barcelona, Spain
- San Francisco State University / Coursework in Creative Writing, San Francisco, CA
- World College West / Coursework in International Relations, Petaluma, CA