Peter Perez

Peter Perez is an accomplished educator and engineer currently serving as the Associate STEAM Director at Belen Jesuit Preparatory School in Miami, Florida.12 He holds a PhD in Engineering and Computing Education from Florida International University, an MS in Industrial Engineering from the University of Central Florida, and a BS in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from the University of Miami.

Perez has extensive experience in education and technology:

• Over six years of experience in 3D printing technology
• Expertise in prototyping, OnShape, Microsoft Office Suite, cell culture, and Arduino
• Former positions include Engineering STEAM Focus Coordinator at Immaculata La Salle High School and Science Teacher
• Research experience at the University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine

As an educator, Perez is passionate about maker education and robotics. He manages the school's fablab, where he teaches students to tinker with robots and various creations.1 Perez also serves as a moderator for the high school robotics team (FTC, FRC).3

Perez describes himself as a "Cuban American with an affinity for good strong coffee (with espumita) and freshly baked bread".1 His goal is to empower people to make things that can improve the world, which aligns with his involvement in the Fab Academy program.1