iLearn Team

Marco Diez 

Executive Director School Choice, Instructional Technology
marcodiez@dadeschools.net 

Mr. Marco Diez is a passionate educator with over 15 years of teaching experience and a deep understanding of using technology effectively to engage all learners. He holds an Ed.S. in Educational Leadership and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from FIU. As an Executive Director for Instructional Technology, one of his goals is to promote innovation and creativity in the use of technology.   

Jeannette Tejeda, Ed.D

iLearn Lead CSS, Instructional Technology
tejeda@dadeschools.net 

Jeannette Tejeda, Ed.D, is a passionate educator with over 30 years of teaching experience working with diverse student bodies. She holds an Ed.D. in Urban Leadership and a Master’s in Elementary and Bilingual Education. She currently serves as the iLearn team lead, specializes in sharing best practices for the masterful integration of instructional technology, and serves as an online adjunct professor.   

Martha Basulto 

iLearn Information Technology Liaison
mbasulto@dadeschools.net 

Martha Basulto has 34 years of experience in the classroom. A dedicated, creative, enthusiastic educator who loves helping others and is always willing to go the extra mile. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood with a Leadership Track. She now serves as an Information Technology Liaison for the Instructional Technology Department. She is passionate about fostering education, championing innovation, and helping students and educators grow. 

Susan L. Bostick 

iLearn Information Technology Liaison
sbostick@dadeschools.net 

Susan L. Bostick is an experienced educator with a profound dedication to mentoring and leadership. She prides herself in consistently driving positive change and provides unique insights from her previous role as a school administrator. Susan cultivates the growth of her fellow educators with precision and care, helping them flourish in the educational landscape. Susan’s academic commitment has earned her a Congressional Service Award, recognizing her contributions. 

Al Lawrence, Ph.D. 

iLearn CSS, Instructional Technology
alawrence1@dadeschools.net 

Al Lawrence, Ph.D., has 12 years of teaching experience at MDCPS. He holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction and Applied Statistics and an Ed.S. in Early Childhood Education. He is an educator-researcher who believes every student can embrace learning technologies through innovative teaching and learning approaches. He supports schools with instructional technologies and co-manages several projects, including Apple Research and Apple Magnet Project.  

Mayra Ortega 

iLearn Information Technology Liaison
mayra.ortega@dadeschools.net 

Mayra Ortega is a passionate educator with 11 years of experience in Dade County Public Schools. She has a bachelor’s in Elementary Education K-6 with an ESOL certificate and a Master’s in Reading. She is passionate about learning, using, and creating innovative solutions that help her students grow and learn. She is a dedicated educator who cares for students’ well-being and academic success. 

Jose Porras 

iLearn CSS, Instructional Technology 
jporras@dadeschools.net 

Jose Porras is a career dedicated educator with 35 years of experience in Dade County Public Schools. He has a bachelor’s in Elementary Education 1-6 and a Master’s in ESOL K-12. He is passionate about learning, using, and creating innovative hands-on lessons that help his students grow and learn. He is a dedicated educator who cares for students’ well-being and academic success. 

Maria Raquel Rodriguez 

iLearn CSS, Instructional Technology 
rodriguezscience@dadeschools.net 

Maria Raquel Rodriguez, a 33-year veteran of education, is a devoted mentor and coach. Armed with a master’s in urban education, she has an unwavering commitment to equity in STEAM education. She is dedicated to transforming learning environments through technology and innovation in inner-city schools, fostering brighter futures for underserved communities.   

Jacayla Toson 

iLearn CSS, Instructional Technology 
tosonj@dadeschools.net 

Jacayla Toson has 18 years of experience as an educator, she stands out as a passionate advocate for quality education. Armed with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction, specializing in Mathematics, Jacayla has been committed to fostering equitable and enriching learning experiences throughout her career. Transitioning from the classroom, she dedicated 3.5 years to the role of a Math Coach and now serves as a Curriculum Support Specialist for the iLearn team. 

Zenaida Ulloa 

iLearn CSS, Instructional Technology 
zulloa@dadeschools.net 

Zenaida (Zeny) Ulloa, a veteran educator with nearly two decades of experience in M-DCPS, specializes in student-centered teaching methods that effectively integrate technology and academic curriculum. She actively promotes innovation and shares her expertise in augmented reality at prominent national conferences such as FETC. 

Sandra Van Cleef 

iLearn CSS, Instructional Technology
svancleef@dadeschools.net 

Sandra (Sandy) Van Cleef is a dedicated educational professional with over three decades of experience in Mathematics. Recognized internationally for her innovative curriculum approaches, she successfully implements student-focused teaching strategies that seamlessly blend technology with the academic curriculum. She holds a Master’s in Mathematics Education and a Specialist in School Leadership. She serves as a CSS for the Miami Dade County Public Schools, where she delights in sharing best practices for integrating instructional technology. 

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