Cristian Ruiz

Cristian Ruiz serves as the Program Head at TeachStart, overseeing a leading alternative certification program in the United States since June 2023. Previously, Cristian held significant roles within Teach For America, including Managing Director of Alumni Strategy, where responsibilities involved strategic leadership for the Los Angeles alumni network and major event planning. Cristian also worked as Director of Special Education & MTSS at Big Picture Philadelphia, focusing on program development and teacher support for students with disabilities. Additional experience includes various positions at Teach For America and as a Special Education Teacher at Roma High School. Cristian Ruiz holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Bates College.