Matthew Ramirez

Matthew Ramirez, M.Ed has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Matthew currently serves as the Director of Talent and Culture Development at the YMCA of Greater San Antonio, where they work closely with leadership staff to develop career path planning and training opportunities. Prior to this role, Matthew taught as an Elementary School Teacher in NEISD for nine years, where they maintained relationships with parents, colleagues, and community partners. Matthew also managed and executed cross-functional staff development and parent engagement programs. Before their teaching career, Matthew worked as a Teacher at George Gervin Academy, a Trainer/Stocker/Lead at Party City, and a Pet Care Specialist at PetSmart. Matthew also served as a Senior Resident Assistant at the University of the Incarnate Word and held roles as a Bakery Assistant and Front End Assistant at H-E-B.

Matthew Ramirez, M.Ed, holds a Master of Education degree in Early Childhood Education from Texas A&M University-San Antonio, which they completed in 2010. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor's degree in Interior Environmental Design from the University of the Incarnate Word in 2008. In addition to their formal education, Matthew has obtained several certifications, including Creating a Culture of Learning (2020), Customer Success Management Fundamentals (2022), Design Thinking: Customer Experience (2022), and CPR/AED/First Aid (2021). Matthew also holds a Texas Teacher's Certification in ESL (EC-6) and Generalist (EC-6) from the Texas Education Agency.