Miguel Guhlin

San Antonio, TX • mguhlin.org • LinkedIn

Director of Professional Development | AI Workforce Builder | EdTech Strategist

Professional Summary

Education technology leader specializing in AI adoption, instructional innovation, and enterprise professional development systems. Built 80+ AI tools (ChatGPT Projects, Claude Projects, BoodleBox bots, Perplexity Spaces, Google Gems) and developed widely adopted AI courses, frameworks, and accelerators used by K–12, higher education, and nonprofits. Proven record leading district-scale technology operations, building online learning ecosystems, and creating scalable professional development programs that have reached tens of thousands of educators. National presenter, prolific author (900+ blog entries and 100+ print articles), and architect of secure, responsible AI integration.

Core Competencies

AI and Innovation
• Agentic Workflows & Custom AI Development
• Cloud and Local AI Deployment
• AI Governance & Data Privacy

Learning Systems
• Professional Development Program Design
• Online Course Development & Learning Engineering
• LMS Implementation (Canvas, Schoology, Moodle, LearnDash, WordPress)

Leadership
• CTO-level Technical Strategy
• Instructional Innovation
• Change Management & Adoption Frameworks

Professional Experience

Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA)

Director of Professional Development | 2016–Present
Lead organization-wide AI strategy, professional development, and online learning at scale.

AI Leadership and Innovation

• Built 80+ custom GPTs, Claude Projects, Gemini Gems, BoodleBox Bots, and Perplexity Spaces, used by educators and nonprofits nationwide
• Designed the AI-Amplified Educator Accelerator, guiding users through the Five Stages of AI Adoption with hands-on labs and governance practices
• Created district-ready AI frameworks: Five Phases of AI Adoption, PROTECT rubric, SHINE evaluation, LEARNS coaching cycle, RTCF prompt builder, and multiple AI governance tools
• Designed and delivered GenAI Knowledge Boosters on local/private AI deployment, AI tutors, governance, and parent AI literacy

Online Learning and Professional Development Ecosystems

• Developed 15+ major online courses and certifications, including ChatGPT for Educators, Claude AI for Educators, Canva Specialist, Schoology Educator, Google Level 1/Level 2, Google Trainer, Evidence-Based Teaching, and Cybersecurity for Educators
• Built complete content systems: mobile apps, framework sites, assessments, and certification programs

Content and Thought Leadership

• Authored 900+ TechNotes blog articles and 100+ print articles
• Frequent presenter for state and national conferences and professional organizations
• Recognized for deep expertise with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, Napkin AI, Gamma, Whisper, and secure local AI deployments

East Central ISD

Director of Technology Operations | 2012–2016
Modernized district infrastructure and instructional technology.

• Implemented district’s first device management system, disaster recovery/business continuity plan, VMware/SAN consolidation, and multi-year lifecycle plan
• Deployed district-wide online professional development systems for compliance, assessment, and digital citizenship
• Launched STEAM Academy, VEX Robotics, and MinecraftEDU initiatives
• Directed $3M+ in campus technology purchasing aligned to strategic plans

San Antonio ISD

Director of Instructional Technology and Learning Services | 2002–2012

• Built district’s first learning management system, electronic gradebook, professional development tracker, and digital citizenship program
• Led technology integration programs (TILT, campus study groups, web coordinator network)
• Oversaw digital music production program and district web infrastructure

Additional Leadership Roles

• Educational Specialist, ESC-20
• PAVE Project Director
• Bilingual/ESL Teacher
• University Instructor
• LMS Consultant
• Webmaster (district and regional level)

Education and Certifications

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

Certifications
• Life ESL, Life Bilingual/ESL (Texas)
• Google Certified Trainer
• Google Certified Educator Level 1/Level 2
• ISTE Certified Educator
• Microcredentials in AI Builder and Agentic Workflows

Technical Expertise

AI and Development
• Custom AI Agent Development (GPTs, Claude, BoodleBox, Perplexity)
• Agentic Workflow Builders (Relay, n8n)
• Local AI (Ollama, secure LLM stacks)
• API Integration and SSO Governance

Learning Platforms
• Canvas, Schoology, Moodle
• Linux Administration
• Web Systems Management

Frameworks and Methodologies
• EdTech Integration Frameworks
• Evidence-Based Instruction
• Data Privacy in AI

Publications and Speaking

• Author of 900+ TechNotes articles and 100+ journal/magazine articles
• Presenter at TCEA, TxDLA, NSPA, ISTE, NETA, OTA, TUANZ, and international venues
• Topics: AI integration, data governance, learning design, digital tools