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Matias Ortiz

Matias Ortiz

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Education & Technology

  • Education

    • The University of Texas at Arlington

      2015 - 2018
      Bachelor of Arts - BA Spanish Language and Literature 3.305 GPA

      Activities and Societies: Graduate Teaching Assistant Minor in Finance

    • The University of Texas at Arlington

      2018 - 2020
      Master's degree Modern Languages 3.90 GPA

      Activities and Societies: Phi Sigma Iota (Honors Society); Omicron Delta Kappa (Language Honors Society); National Society of Academic Excellence; LatinX Graduate Student Organization Research Endowments: Pat Brandenburg Endowment; The Bart Lewis Memorial Endowment Advisory Committee: Ignacio Ruiz-Pérez, Jinny Choi, Alicia Rueda-Acedo (Chair)Research Interest: Linguistics; Bilingual Education; Technology Education; Political Philosophy; Literary Theory

  • Experience

    • North Texas Tollway Authority

      Jan 2016 - Mar 2017
      Account Manager

      Prepared sales contracts, financing options and structured agreements for commercial clients and corporate accounts.

    • CAE

      Mar 2017 - Aug 2020
      Aircraft Technician

      Maintained and evaluated the safety of commercial aircraft simulators. Managed and maintained complex computer systems using analog and digital theory. Completed hardwaretroubleshooting on hydraulic pressurizers, electrical systems, visual components, avionic instruments, power distribution cabinets, etc.

    • Center for Mexican American Studies at UT Arlington

      Jan 2019 - Dec 2019
      Graduate Student Researcher

      Lead an original case study measuring the language proficiency of students in Dual Language Immersion Programs. Evaluated cross-sectional data to accurately determine the language skills of participants. Developed a comprehensive methodology to efficiently measure bilingual language acquisition through a series of unique questionnaires, speech-recognition software, and quantitative data stemming from linguistics assessments.

    • The University of Texas at Arlington

      Jan 2020 - Dec 2020
      Adjunct Professor

      Implemented the GRR (Gradual Release of Responsibility) instructional framework to encourage students to practice and apply Spanish in a comfortable environment. Lesson plans were constructed to give students real- world situational practice and functional value. Designed creative lesson plans based on learning objectives. Used innovative teaching strategies such as the usage of Augmented Reality to reinforce language concepts. Provided students with cultural context to create meaningful learning experiences. Show less

    • Aris Academy

      Jan 2020 - now
      Director Of Curriculum And Instruction & Founder

      Aris Academy works with sponsors & investors that support our mission to promote education, financial literacy, and personal development in Dallas and surrounding areas. We offer academic services such as personalized tutoring sessions, college consulting services, free lesson plans, and non-profit events for our local community.

    • Gro Transport LLC

      Dec 2020 - now
      Operations Manager & Founder

      Gro Transport LLC has successfully helped thousands of customers relocate. There's no move too big or too small for us to handle. Call us today to schedule your residential or commercial move. Regardless of the location you’re moving to, we understand what it takes to make any relocation successful. No matter how unique the situation might be, we have you covered.

    • Central State University

      Dec 2020 - Dec 2022
      Adjunct Professor

      Fall 2020 - December 2022 Spanish Adjunct Professor for Spanish I & Spanish II. Adjunct Faculty in the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Science. Through engaging activities students will have the opportunity to apply their Spanish language skills in real-world scenarios.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET)

      NCATT
      Mar 2017

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Matias Ortiz
      Pat Brandenburg Endowed Scholarship Center for Mexican American Studies Dec 2019 Endowment scholarship meant to promote and facilitator graduate student research. Research funds were allocated to finalize "ABC’s in Español”: Evaluating the Success of the HEB ISD Spanish Immersion Program”
    • Awarded to Matias Ortiz
      Outstanding Student in Spanish Award The University of Texas at Arlington Mar 2019 Awarded to one outstanding senior student in the Spanish department. Term: 4.00 GPA.
    • Awarded to Matias Ortiz
      The Bart Lewis Memorial Endowed Scholarship The University of Texas at Arlington Mar 2019 Awarded to students that show academic excellence in Spanish and other related courses. Term GPA: 4.00
    • Awarded to Matias Ortiz
      Maverick Advantage Distinction The University of Texas at Arlington Dec 2018 Awarded to UTA students who show distinction in leadership development, career development, undergraduate research, global engagement, and community engagement.
    • Awarded to Matias Ortiz
      Tony Litsey Memorial Spanish Scholarship Tony Litsey Memorial Foundation Jan 2018 Awarded for academic excellence in Spanish courses. 3X recipient 2018-2020.
    • Awarded to Matias Ortiz
      Dean's List for Academic Excellence The University of Texas at Arlington Mar 2017 Awarded to full-time students who complete the semester with 3.75 minimum GPA. 3X recipient 2017-2020.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Elementary School Assistant

      Issued by Hurst-Euless-Bedford I.S.D. on Sept 2015
      Hurst-Euless-Bedford I.S.D.Associated with Matias Ortiz