La Consolacion College - Biñan

Academic Chair, School of Computer Studies, May 2011 to March 2013

Laguna, Philippines

La Consolacion College Biñan (LCC-Bn) is a private, Catholic, co-educational institution owned and administered by the Sisters of the Order of Saint Augustine (OSA) in the Philippines.

As Academic Chair of the School of Computer Studies, I reported directly to the Dean of Academics / Research Director and the Madre Superiora as part of the College Academic Council. I managed academic administration, faculty coordination, thesis and practicum programs, and curriculum development for the School of Computer Studies.

• Designed and implemented semestral and annual academic plans, including calendars of activities (curricular and co-curricular), course offerings, classroom assignments, and faculty teaching loads.
• Conducted a comprehensive review of ACT, BSCS and BSIM programs and recommended updates in preparation for the national K-12 transition.
• Improved the outdated curricula and developed the BSCS (Software Engineering & Web Technologies) curriculum, ensuring alignment with CHED CMOs 05 (1998), 56 (2006), 18 (2008) and TESDA NC II-IV training regulations.
• Led departmental preparations for PACUCOA accreditation, including documentation, self-surveying, and compliance alignment.
• Assisted in faculty recruitment, profiling, and evaluation, coordinating training and retention programs in partnership with the HR Department.
• Served as Thesis Coordinator, revising policies, documentation templates, rubrics, defense mechanics, and schedules; invited external technical panelists from partner universities and IT industries.
• Also served as Thesis Adviser and Panelist, primarily for web-based projects such as campus social-network prototypes, internal learning or scheduling systems, and browser-based games. Guided students through full-stack design, documentation, and defense preparation, while also serving as panel evaluator for research and capstone defenses within the department.
• Served as Practicum Coordinator, updating internship policies, placement processes, and evaluation frameworks.
• Taught subjects including: Fundamentals of Problem Solving & Programming I-II, Structured Programming Language, Object-Oriented Programming, System Analysis and Design, Introduction to Software Engineering, Application System Design & Development, Automata and Language Theory, Computer Audit and Security, File Processing and Database Systems, Operating Systems, Technical Writing & Presentation Skills, Thesis I-II, and Introduction to Computer Organization.
• Advised student organizations, including the Computer Science Society (SCS) and GRAPHX Club; organized ICT symposiums, industry field trips, and career workshops to strengthen industry exposure and student engagement.

AMA Computer University Makati Campus

Assistant Professor II and Thesis Coordinator (CS,IT & COE), College of Computer Studies and Engineering, September 2007 to March 2013

Makati City, Philippines

AMA University, Asia's largest ICT university, serves over 150,000 students annually across more than 200 campuses worldwide. As the country's pioneer in computer education, it was the first to offer degree programs in Computer Science and Computer Engineering and became the first ISO 9001-certified educational institution in the Philippines.

As part of the College of Computer Studies and Engineering, I was responsible for teaching and academic coordination across the Computer Science, Information Technology, and Computer Engineering programs, ensuring compliance with the university's academic standards and protocols.

• Taught core subjects including Introduction to Information Systems, Computer Programming I-III (C++, Java, and Web Programming & Development), Object-Oriented Programming (Java), Database Management Systems, Multimedia Systems, Logic Design and Digital Computer Circuits, Computer Organization and Assembly Language, Introduction to Software Engineering, Project Management and Quality Systems, and CS Thesis A-B, COE Design Project I-II.
• Delivered TESDA-accredited short courses, including PC Servicing and Networking, Computer Hardware Servicing NC II, and Programming.
• Prepared complete course packages: from syllabi, lesson plans, lab exercises, student handouts, and examinations which is aligned with institutional guidelines and reference frameworks.
• Served as Thesis Coordinator for CS, COE, and IT programs; reviewed and improved departmental thesis and capstone project guidelines, documentation templates, rubrics, and defense mechanics. Organized defense schedules, assigned faculty and invited external panelists from other AMA campuses and IT industry professionals.
• Advised and panelled research projects across CS, IT, and COE programs, focusing on web-based applications (e.g., online learning platforms, school management systems, POS/inventory/accounting solutions, and small automation/robotic systems). Several advised or evaluated projects were recognized as Best Thesis during annual academic presentations.
• Served as Club Adviser for the Kodakan Photography Club and Developers Guild of AMACU Makati, mentoring students in technical creativity and community engagement.

STI College Calamba

Assistant Professor II, IT Faculty Department, November 2012 to March 2013

Laguna, Philippines

STI College is one of the largest for-profit IT-focused college networks in the Philippines.

Served as a full-time instructor for ICT-related subjects, preparing course materials and delivering lectures and lab sessions based on the official STI courseware and departmental syllabus.

• Taught Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis (5 sections) and Web Application Development (1 section), averaging 40 students per class.
• Supervised classroom activities, graded assignments and exams, and held daily consultation hours for student guidance.
• Thesis Adviser for CS Thesis 0 (Proposal) projects, including:
• The Curator: A Web-Based 2D Quest Game for Promoting Philippine Culture and History
• Castle of Random Challenges: A Standalone Mixed Logic Game for All Ages
• Technical Panelist for CS Thesis 2 Defense (Final Presentation).
• Coach for Tagisan ng Talino: INTO PROGRAMMING 2012-2013 (inter-school programming competition).

Saint Michael's College of Laguna

Instructor III, Institute of Computer Studies, June 2011 to October 2011

Laguna, Philippines

Taught core IT and computer science subjects under the BSCS program, preparing original courseware and laboratory modules authored specifically for the college's curriculum.

• Delivered lectures and labs for Object-Oriented Programming (Java) and Design and Implementation of Programming Languages, developing both student and faculty modules to supplement official materials.
• Assisted the Academic Chair in organizing thesis defense schedules and coordinating departmental events such as Y4iT 2011.
• Technical Thesis Adviser for projects including:
• Intranet-Based Examination System for the College Department of SMCL
• Web-Based Management Information System for the Counseling and Career Services Center of SMCL
• Served as Panelist for BSCS Thesis Defenses.

STI College Southwoods

Instructor II, IT Faculty Department, April 2007 to October 2007

Carmona - Cavite, Philippines

Delivered lectures and laboratory sessions for undergraduate ICT courses under the BSCS and BSIT programs, preparing customized lesson plans and lab exercises based on STI's official courseware.

• Taught Computer Organization, Multimedia, Project Management, Office Productivity Tools, and Web Development (HTML, CSS, PHP and MySQL).
• Conducted short courses in Video Editing, Web Programming 1 (HTML/CSS/Dreamweaver), and Graphic Arts (Adobe Photoshop CS) for small student groups (2-5 learners per batch).
• Oversaw school-wide courseware digitization, organizing and backing up soft copies of instructional materials for departmental use.
• Coach for Tagisan ng Talino: GIFs and TAGs (Web Development Competition) and Battle of the Bands (Cluster Level); Judge for the school-level competition.
• Club Adviser for IT Society (ITSoc) and Musician's Guild (MUG) student organizations.

Invited Thesis Panelist

Served as an external or invited thesis panelist for various higher education institutions across Laguna and nearby provinces, evaluating BSCS, BSIT, and related program capstone projects.

• AMA Computer University - Batangas Campus, 2013, BSCS and BSIT Thesis 2
• AMA Computer University - Calamba Campus, 2013, BSCS and BSIT Thesis 2
• AMA Computer University - Biñan Campus, 2013, BSCS and BSIT Thesis 2
• Saint Michael's College of Laguna, March 2011, BSCS Systems Analysis and Design Capstones
• University of Perpetual Help System Laguna, 2008 to 2011, BSCS Thesis 2
• STI College Sta. Rosa, 2010 to 2011, BSCS and BSIT Thesis 2
• STI College Southwoods, 2008 to 2009, BSCS Thesis 2

Guest & Technical Speaker Engagements

Invited as guest and technical speaker in academic and professional events focused on web development, ICT careers, and programming fundamentals.

• University of Perpetual Help System Laguna, July 17, 2009. UPHSL Alummi Talks: “The FUN of Being in the Academe and IT Industry”. Talk for 3rd Year BSCS, BSIT, and BSCOE students.
• University of Perpetual Help System Laguna, February 13, 2009. Is BSCS Worth It?. Career talk for 2nd Year High School students.
• ACE I.T. Learning Solutions - Cubao, Quezon City, 2008. Professional talks for working IT professionals.
• PHP vs. ASP.net: Comparison and When to USE IT. September 27, 2008
• Joomla: An Introduction. October 4, 2008
• WordPress: An Introduction. October 15, 2008
• WordPress vs. Joomla? Which one is better?. November 15, 2008
• Portfolio: Building your Own Web Presence. December 13, 2008
• General Mariano Alvarez Technical High School (GMATHS), January 16, 2004. A Step Ahead in Web Design. Lecture for 4th Year High School students.
• STI College Southwoods, January 20, 2003. Web Portfolio - Essential for a Techie. Seminar for all Graduating students (ACT, BSCS, BSIM and BSCOE).
• STI College Southwoods, January 6, 2003. Web Programming Mindset. Seminar for 1st Year BSCS and BSIM students.