Miguel Guhlin — Curriculum Vitae

Professional Profile

Leader in AI-enhanced education, instructional technology, and large-scale professional learning. Developer of 80+ AI agents (GPTs, Claude Projects, Gems, BoodleBox Bots), architect of comprehensive AI governance frameworks, and designer of high-impact PD systems used across the U.S. Over 30 years of service in K–12, higher education, and nonprofit sectors.

1. Administrative Appointments

Director of Professional Development, TCEA — 2016–Present
Director of Technology Operations, East Central ISD — 2012–2016
Director, Instructional Technology and Learning Services, SAISD — 2002–2012
Project Director, PAVE, Northside ISD/HBU — 2001–2002
Campus/District Technology Roles, 1994–2000

2. AI and Innovation Portfolio

AI Systems, Agents, and Products

• Built 80+ AI agents including:
Custom GPTs, Claude Projects, Gems, Perplexity Spaces, BoodleBox Bots, curriculum bots, governance assistants, and workflow systems
• Created Campus AI Resource Bots, AI PD coaches, rubric evaluators, and district-specific AI assistants
• Designed agentic workflows using Relay and n8n for research automation, PD creation, curriculum tagging, and knowledge management
• Developed secure local AI environments (Ollama, browser front ends, SSO-enabled access, API brokers)

AI Frameworks and Governance

• Five Phases of District AI Adoption
• PROTECT Rubric (AI Safety and Governance)
• SHINE Framework (AI Tool Evaluation)
• RTCF Prompt Engineering Pattern
• LEARNS Coaching Cycle
• AI Homework Decision Tree (PKB series)

AI Courses, Accelerators, and Knowledge Boosters

• ChatGPT for Educators
• Claude for Educators
• Canva Specialist
• AI-Amplified Educator Accelerator (lead designer)
• Local AI for Schools (KB)
• AI Tutors in Education (KB)
• Parent Knowledge Booster: AI in Schools

3. Online Course Development (Selected)

Primary developer for:

• Google L1
• Google L2
• Google Trainer
• Schoology Educator
• Chromebook Educator
• Evidence-Based Teaching
• Virtual World Builder
• Cybersecurity for Educators
• Strategies That Work (Hattie/Visible Learning)

Co-developer for:

• AI Tools for Educators
• CTS Certification
• IT Director Certification
• Instructional Coaching Certification
• Remote Learning Educator Certification

4. Publications

• 900+ professional blog articles
• 100+ journal/magazine articles
• Topics: AI in education, digital leadership, instructional design, technology operations, evidence-based teaching, data privacy

5. Speaking Engagements (Selected)

Presenter or keynote at:
TCEA (2016–2026), TxDLA, NSPA, ISTE, TxDLA, NETA, OTA, TUANZ (New Zealand), multiple ISDs, national webinars, and professional associations.

Signature topics: AI adoption in schools, governance and safety, agentic workflows, instructional design, leadership, and digital transformation.

6. Academic Background

M.A., Bicultural/Bilingual Studies
B.A., English

7. Teaching and Consulting

• University instructor: Interactive Design, Systems Thinking
• Consultant in LMS implementation, Google Workspace, instructional design
• Bilingual/ESL teacher (five years)

8. Awards and Recognition

• ISTE Making IT Happen Award
• Google Certified Innovator
• ISTE Certified Educator
• Top EdTech blogger recognitions
• Numerous certificates of appreciation

9. Technical Expertise

• AI Systems, Agentic Automations, Local AI
• Python-assisted workflows
• LMS admin (Moodle, Canvas, Schoology)
• Web systems (Linux, PHP/MySQL)
• Network/server operations
• VMware/SAN
• Multi-campus tech modernization