Dr. Alfonso Mendoza Jr.

Teaching & Learning Coordinator at Kami

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About

I'm Dr. Alfonso Mendoza Jr., the Teaching & Learning Coordinator at Kami and the founder of My EdTech Life. My journey in education began in the classroom as a 5th-grade teacher, which fueled my nearly two-decade career in instructional technology and district leadership. I am deeply passionate about human-centric education—ensuring that technology serves to amplify the human element of teaching rather than replacing it. Through my podcast and my work as an advisor for Eduaide.Ai, I focus on AI ethics, student voice, and inclusive design. I love connecting with fellow educators and founders to discuss how we can move past the 'hype' and create meaningful, high-integrity learning experiences for every student. Let's find ways to unleash the power of technology together!

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What I can offer

›EdTech consulting and workshops
›Platform for amplifying educator voices via podcasting
›Expertise in AI policy and digital strategy integration

Looking for

›expanding my professional network
›exploring mutual opportunities in EdTech and K-12 leadership

Best fit for

EdTech foundersSchool administratorsPolicy expertsK-12 and Higher Ed leaders

Current Interests

AI Governance & EthicsAmplifying Student VoiceUniversal Design for Learning (UDL)Quantum computing for high schoolersBlockchain and Ethereum

Background

Career

Started as a 5th-grade teacher for over a decade before transitioning into instructional technology leadership, district coordination, and EdTech advisory roles.

Education

Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational/Instructional Technology from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (2025).

Achievements

›Built 'My EdTech Life' podcast to 10,000+ listeners and 360+ episodes
›Guided over 300 educators to Google Level 1 Certification
›Completed doctoral dissertation using podcast data to analyze AI's impact on education
›Recognized as a Google Innovator

Opinions

Technology must support, not replace, human instruction.
Education should focus on 'human formation' rather than just producing workers.
Critical of districts that 'chase the shiny new platform' without teacher input.
AI agents completing activities for students undermines the integrity of learning.