Training Director, Curriculum Developer, Instructor

Mike Simonetti is a pro when it comes to coding, robotics, and 3D modeling. As the Training Director at GenTechEDU, he leads with experience and heart—training instructors, mastering classroom management, and helping shape GenTechEDU’s curriculum. He also plays a key role in course development and keeps everything running smoothly on the GenTechEDU LMS.

Passionate about teaching and inspiring future innovators, Mike brings energy, patience, and purpose to every lesson.

Off the clock, Mike trains in Jiu-Jitsu and never says no to a good sushi spot.

School Coordinator,  Instructor

Briana Calixto is a talented educator with expertise in robotics, coding, computer builds, and digital design. Since 2019, she’s been a core part of GenTechEDU by supporting instructors, triaining, and school scheduling.

Briana brings energy, heart, and a deep commitment to student success. Her classroom is full of fun, focus, and genuine care for every learner.

Outside the classroom, Briana is a Hello Kitty super fan and a powerhouse in the gym—holding a state lifting record.

Instructor

Mohammed Algarawi—or just Moh, as the kids know him—is a fun, knowledgeable instructor with a gift for connecting with students. He’s taught courses over numerous GenTechEDU schools since 2022. 

From advanced coding and computer builds to drones and 3D printing, Moh brings tech to life with energy, style, and serious know-how. He makes every class engaging and relatable, and always keeps it cool.

Outside the classroom, Moh is all about soccer and music – two things that keep his rhythm going.

Instructor

Vladimir Calderon is a standout instructor at GenTechEDU, known for his joyful attitude, infectious smile, and love for teaching. Since 2022, he’s brought energy and expertise to classrooms across the valley, teaching Cool Coding, Computer Builds, and Rocket Science—always making tech fun, engaging, and approachable.

Currently studying Cybersecurity, Vlad blends deep technical knowledge with a gift for connecting with students. 

Beyond the classroom, Vlad’s rolling with one of the coolest Hot Wheels collections around and enjoys kicking back with friends and family whenever he can.

Instructor

Wayne West is a true industry pro turned educator. With decades of experience in high-level tech roles—including serving as a Senior Solutions Architect at HP—Wayne has designed and implemented cutting-edge systems for government labs, manufacturing plants, and enterprise clients across the country. His expertise spans cybersecurity, networking, HTML, and AI, and he brings that real-world knowledge straight into the classroom.

Now part of GenTechEDU, Wayne is on a mission to give back—sharing his extensive experience and love of technology with the next generation.

For fun, Wayne lives in a custom, tech-filled bus that he hollowed out and transformed into a mobile smart home—always building, innovating, and designing something new.

Instructor

Caley Suarez is a driven and detail-oriented GenTechEDU intern with a strong foundation in HTML, CSS, and Python. A standout student at Metro Tech High School with a 4.0 GPA and multiple tech certifications under her belt, Caley brings both technical skill and a deep love for learning to everything she does.

She’s earned recognition—including 2nd place in Congressman Ruben Gallego’s 2023 Congressional App Challenge—and has participated in programs like the ACE College Program at Phoenix College and a virtual externship with the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation.

Fluent in Spanish and dedicated to community service, Caley is as passionate about people as she is about programming. When she’s not coding or volunteering, she loves spending quality time with her family.

Instructor

Wayne West is a true industry pro turned educator. With decades of experience in high-level tech roles—including serving as a Senior Solutions Architect at HP—Wayne has designed and implemented cutting-edge systems for government labs, manufacturing plants, and enterprise clients across the country. His expertise spans cybersecurity, networking, HTML, and AI, and he brings that real-world knowledge straight into the classroom.

Now part of GenTechEDU, Wayne is on a mission to give back—sharing his extensive experience and love of technology with the next generation.

For fun, Wayne lives in a custom, tech-filled bus that he hollowed out and transformed into a mobile smart home—always building, innovating, and designing something new.

Instructor

Caley Suarez is a driven and detail-oriented GenTechEDU intern with a strong foundation in HTML, CSS, and Python. A standout student at Metro Tech High School with a 4.0 GPA and multiple tech certifications under her belt, Caley brings both technical skill and a deep love for learning to everything she does.

She’s earned recognition—including 2nd place in Congressman Ruben Gallego’s 2023 Congressional App Challenge—and has participated in programs like the ACE College Program at Phoenix College and a virtual externship with the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation.

Fluent in Spanish and dedicated to community service, Caley is as passionate about people as she is about programming. When she’s not coding or volunteering, she loves spending quality time with her family.