Hi, I'm Eduardo.

I build thriving learning communities, empower musical authenticity, transform math anxiety into confidence, and uncover how families shape success—united by one belief: untapped greatness exists in everyone.

1000s Lives Changed
20+ Years Experience
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Educational Leadership

Educational Leader & Community Builder

Leading educational transformation for over 400 community members, and achieving 90% average graduation rates with measurable improvements in student outcomes through data-driven instruction and strategic leadership.

Creative Direction

Recording Artist & Creative Mentor

Drawing from my ongoing work as a recording artist and performer with The Poynt, I mentor fellow musicians at The Poynt Studios with authentic understanding—knowing firsthand the challenges, breakthroughs, and creative choices that shape exceptional music.

Educational Entrepreneurship

MathGains Founder

Transforming mathematics education by treating learning like athletic training—personalized coaching that transforms "I'm not a math person" into genuine mathematical confidence.

Doctoral Research

PhD Candidate in Educational Psychology

Researching how family networks and educational resources shape student success, with focus on developing thriving learning communities through evidence-based interventions and data-driven insights.

"Investing in yourself will always yield the highest return."

The Learning-Creativity Connection

What connects a math-anxious student, a creative artist finding their voice, an overwhelmed educator, and a family seeking opportunity? Each possesses remarkable strengths waiting to be discovered. I don't fix what's broken—I reveal what's already there and create the space for authentic excellence to emerge.

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Transforming learning communities through strategic leadership.

I lead educational change for 400+ students and 20+ teachers, achieving 90% graduation rates and measurable improvements in student outcomes through data-driven instruction and community building.

400+ Students Served
90% Graduation Rate
75% ELA Improvement
35% Math Gains

High School Assistant Principal, NYCPS

Strategic Leadership & Community Development

I lead instructional teams across ELA, Mathematics, and World Languages departments while implementing targeted support systems that drive measurable teaching effectiveness and student achievement. My approach centers on identifying individual and team strengths, then providing customized professional development that creates lasting impact.

Leadership Process
Assess team capabilities → Design targeted professional development → Implement data-driven improvements → Monitor progress through meaningful metrics → Celebrate growth while raising standards

Educational Philosophy & Practice

Evidence-Based Leadership

I understand that learning accelerates when educators understand their impact and feel empowered to innovate. I focus on building teaching effectiveness through collaborative inquiry cycles, strategic coaching, and comprehensive support systems that benefit both educators and students.

Core Framework
Build instructional confidence → Connect teaching to student outcomes → Develop collaborative culture → Foster continuous improvement → Create sustainable learning communities

Measurable Impact

Data-Driven Results

Under my leadership, students have maintained exceptional performance with 90% average graduation rates over three consecutive years, 75% year-over-year ELA improvement, and 25-35% gains in Regents Mathematics scores.

"My role is simple: get out of the way of great teaching. When teachers feel supported rather than scrutinized, their natural ability to connect with students transforms entire learning communities."

Guiding authentic musical expression from studio to stage.

Founder of The Poynt Studios in NYC and leader of The Poynt, I mentor fellow musicians with authentic credibility earned through decades of walking this same creative path—helping artists discover and courageously express their true voice.

The Poynt Studios

Creative Mentor & Producer

Having lived on both sides of the studio experience, I've built The Poynt Studios around what I know artists truly need: complete creative freedom, flawless technical execution, and someone who understands the vulnerability of the creative process. I provide the expertise and support while protecting the essential space for authentic expression to flourish.

Creative Process
Understand artistic vision → Create judgment-free environment → Capture emotional authenticity → Refine without compromising integrity → Deliver professional results that honor the artist's intent

The Poynt

Founding Member & Musical Leader

My extensive background as guitarist and vocalist, with multiple album releases including our forthcoming release "Under Destruction" provides the authentic foundation for my mentorship approach. Having lived through countless studio sessions, creative breakthroughs, and production challenges, I guide artists with the hard-earned insight that only comes from walking this path myself.

Musical Journey
Songwriter and performer → Album production and release → Live performance and touring → Creative direction → Artist mentorship and studio development

Musical Philosophy

Authentic Creative Leadership

The most powerful music comes from artists who feel completely free to explore their authentic voice without compromise. My philosophy is straightforward: provide the technical excellence and creative support, eliminate barriers, and protect the space where genuine artistry naturally emerges. I don't shape an artist's sound—I create conditions where their true voice can flourish.

"When I hear music, I step into the composer's mind during creation—feeling their emotions, understanding their choices, appreciating the silence they use for dramatic effect."
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Unlocking math success using athletic-based coaching principles.

Through MathGains, I coach students using fitness-inspired methods that treat mathematics like athletic training—transforming math anxiety into authentic confidence and lasting achievement.

MathGains: Mathematical Empowerment Coaching

Founder & Math Education Innovator

Every student possesses mathematical potential waiting to be unlocked. MathGains reveals these hidden strengths through personalized coaching that treats mathematics like athletic training—building genuine confidence by helping students discover they were mathematically capable all along.

Transformation Process
Identify mathematical anxiety sources → Recognize existing strengths → Develop personalized training strategies → Track progress through meaningful metrics → Celebrate breakthrough moments

Mathematics as Athletic Training

Coaching a Growth Mindset

I approach mathematics education like personal fitness training. Just as fitness coaches design personalized workout plans to build physical strength, I create customized math training programs that build mathematical confidence. Every student starts from a different place with unique learning styles—I identify their natural strengths and use them as the foundation to develop capabilities they never knew they had.

Training Programs
Foundation building (Grade 3-8 NY State exam prep) → Comprehensive Regents preparation → Advanced placement training → Standardized test preparation (SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT)

Transforming Mathematical Mindsets

Revealing Hidden Potential

The most powerful moments happen when students shift from 'I'm not a math person' to recognizing their mathematical potential. My coaching approach mirrors athletic training—I don't create new abilities, I reveal existing strengths and provide the structured support needed for authentic mathematical confidence to emerge.

"When students develop genuine mathematical fluency, they gain far more than computational skills—they develop confidence, clear thinking, and the foundation for success in any field."
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Investigating how family systems shape educational outcomes.

As a PhD candidate in Educational Psychology, I study how family strengths and social connections impact student achievement, developing interventions that strengthen school-community partnerships and enhance learning outcomes.

Research Focus

Educational Psychology (PhD expected 2029)

I research the impact of school-supported adult learning and parent engagement programs on newcomer families' social capital development and subsequent student outcomes. My work identifies best practices for creating welcoming, resource-rich environments that strengthen both family capacity and academic achievement.

Research Questions
How does parent participation in school-based adult learning affect family social capital? → What environmental factors help newcomer families successfully engage with school communities? → How can schools design programs that simultaneously empower parents and boost student achievement?

Graduate Research Assistant

Quantitative Research & Community Studies

I conduct statistical research using R programming to study how adult learning opportunities affect parent engagement and student outcomes across multiple populations, specializing in newcomer family dynamics. I collaborate on research publications and comprehensive reports that help schools design effective support programs.

Research Methodology
Investigate schools serving newcomer families → Gather parent engagement and student outcome data → Conduct statistical analysis using R → Examine social capital development patterns → Create evidence-based program guidelines

Research-Practice Integration

Evidence-Based Educational Leadership

My doctoral research on newcomer family dynamics directly informs my educational leadership practice. Understanding how adult learning opportunities and parent engagement build social capital helps me design more effective programs that strengthen family capacity and improve student outcomes through existing community assets.

"Evidence-based research completes the story that practice begins. Without it, we are left with an unfinished script where assumptions replace understanding and effort may not equal impact."

About

My Story

Looking back, my career reads like separate chapters that somehow became one story.

Chapter one began with guitar strings and dreams. The Poynt wasn't just a band—we were artists releasing albums, touring the East Coast, chasing that perfect sound. But somewhere between performances, I realized my real passion wasn't just making music, but helping others find their voice. The Poynt Studios became my way of doing exactly that for NYC artists.

Chapter two started accidentally. Tutoring classmates in college felt natural, almost effortless. Watching someone finally 'get it'—that moment when confusion transforms into confidence—became addictive. Before I knew it, I was teaching full-time, then leading as Assistant Principal for over 400 community members.

Chapter three emerged from frustration. Too many brilliant students believed they 'weren't math people.' MathGains was born from rebellion against this myth—treating mathematics like athletic training, building 'mathematical muscles' through coaching that meets students where they are.

Chapter four demanded answers. Years of educational experiences revealed patterns I couldn't ignore. Why do some students thrive while others struggle? This question launched my doctoral research in Educational Psychology, investigating how family systems and social capital shape outcomes. The research isn't academic theory—it's the foundation for everything I do.

These chapters aren't separate stories—they're movements in the same symphony. Each informs the others, creating harmonies I never could have planned. Nothing worthwhile comes easily, but that's what makes meaningful achievements so powerful. I help others through genuine connection, showing them they already have everything they need to succeed. My role is nurturing existing potential, not creating dependency, guided by one truth: 'Investing in yourself will always yield the highest return.'

Beyond the Professional

The story doesn't end when I leave the office. Physical activity grounds everything I do—four weekly workouts and outdoor runs that serve as both therapy and mental clarity. Beyond fitness, my fascination with vintage musical equipment runs deeper than collecting; each piece holds musical history that directly shapes my creative process. Similarly, while I game less now, vintage soundtracks remain a constant inspiration—those early composers worked miracles within constraints that would paralyze modern creators. These pursuits aren't accidental; they're intentional practices that keep me connected to what brings genuine joy, making me more effective at helping others find theirs.

Ultimate Vision

The impact I want to leave is simple: helping others realize they were capable all along. This vision drives everything—from leading schools and coaching students to mentoring artists and conducting research. While the environments change, the core principle remains: people don't need fixing; they need the right support to unlock potential that was always there. That's the lasting change worth pursuing.