Hi, I'm Leon
I bring over a decade of experience in public education to the world of design.
I believe great design, like great teaching, is equitable, inclusive, and human-centered. My background enables me to collaborate effectively and solve real-world problems with practical, user-focused design solutions.
Outside of work, I’m passionate about art, skateboarding, and exploring world cuisines with my family and friends.
Let’s create something amazing together. Hit me up!
My Journey
The wave I rode into teaching led me to UX/UI. As a remote teacher during the COVID-19 Pandemic, I became deeply immersed in education technology, sparking my passion for designing human-centered experiences for students.
Education
University of Denver - Denver, CO
UX/UI Certificate – 2025
Relay Graduate School of Education - New York, NY
Master of Arts (MA) – Elementary Education and Teaching - 2018
Metropolitan State University of Denver - Denver, CO
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) – Painting - 2013
Experience
5th Grade Teacher - 2022 - Present | Denver Public Schools
UX Design Intern - Summer 2025 | Cerebral Code
3rd Grade Teacher - 2016 - 2022 | Rocky Mountain Prep
Denver Math Fellow - 2015 - 2016 | Denver Public Schools
Installation Assistant / Digital Design Intern - 2014 - 2016 | Museo De Las Americas