Ron Bañadera, LPT

Instructional Designer & EdTech Automation Specialist
giobanadera@gmail.com | (+63) 976-178-2485 | ronautomates.netlify.app | linkedin.com/in/ron-banadera

Professional Summary

As a Licensed Professional Teacher (LPT) with a degree in Secondary Education and hands-on experience building workflow automations, I bridge the gap between instructional design and systems engineering. I help EdTech companies, corporate L&D teams, and educational institutions design scenario-based learning experiences and automate the operational systems that deliver them—ensuring educators spend less time on admin and more time on impact.

Skills

Learning & Design: Instructional Design, Learning Experience Design (LXD), eLearning Development, Curriculum Development, ADDIE Model, Needs Analysis, Storyboarding, Adult Learning Theory, Scenario-Based Learning.
Automation & Systems: Make.com, n8n, Zapier, REST APIs, Webhooks, Learning Analytics, PDF Generation, Process Improvement.
Tools & Technologies: Articulate Storyline 360, Rise 360, Figma, Canva, HTML/CSS, Learning Management Systems (LMS), AI-Assisted Design, Prompt Engineering.

Professional Experience

Instructional Designer & EdTech Automation Specialist Ron Automates Feb 2025 – Present · Remote
  • Instructional Design & eLearning: Designed scenario-based learning modules, branching simulations, and interactive microlearning aligned to the ADDIE model. Conducted needs analysis and developed assessment frameworks grounded in Bloom's Taxonomy.
  • Workflow Automation & Systems Integration: Engineered automated pipelines (Make.com, n8n) that connect LMS platforms, CRMs, and databases—replacing manual data entry with SCORM-compliant content distribution and automated enrollment systems.
  • Learning Analytics & Reporting: Built self-populating dashboards and automated PDF progress reports that deliver learner performance data to stakeholders without manual intervention.
Freelance Learning Materials Designer Self-Employed 2025 – Present · Remote
  • Curriculum Design: Developed and shipped a digital product line of 14+ educational learning materials targeting early childhood education (ages 2–5), distributed globally.
  • Digital Product Development: Built an AI-assisted production pipeline (prompt engineering → HTML generation → PDF conversion) to create visually consistent, print-ready learning materials at scale.
  • Learner-Centered Design: Applied developmental learning theory to design age-appropriate activities with multi-modal engagement (visual and kinesthetic) and progressive difficulty scaffolding.
ESL Educator & Learner Communication Specialist Engoo & Weblio 2021 – 2024 · Remote
  • Cross-Cultural Instruction: Conducted high-volume 1-on-1 English lessons for international adult and student learners, adapting teaching methodologies to diverse proficiency levels.
  • Learner Engagement & Assessment: Maintained a 98% satisfaction rating and high repeat booking rates through consistent engagement, active listening, and personalized feedback delivery.
E-Commerce Operations & Systems Manager Sprezzi Fashion, Slappa Threads, ProtoPond 2023 – 2026 · Remote
  • Operational Systems: Managed end-to-end backend inventory, catalog accuracy, and launch operations across Shopify and Etsy, demonstrating strong technical capability and systems thinking.
  • Process Optimization: Executed SEO strategies and revamped product data architectures to improve search rankings, drive organic traffic, and reduce return rates through accurate information management.

Education & Credentials

BSEd in Secondary Education (English) Bicol State College of Applied Sciences and Technology Aug 2021 – Jul 2025
  • Licensure: Licensed Professional Teacher (LPT) | Board Rating: 89.20%
  • Honors: Graduated with Academic Distinction (GWA: 1.71)
  • Research: Utilized mixed-methods data analysis to study language proficiency in digital spaces.
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