Josh Portillo
About Josh Portillo
Josh Portillo is a Product Manager at Remind, where he has worked since 2019 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He has a diverse background in education and technology, having held various roles at Aspire Public Schools and other organizations.
Work at Remind
Josh Portillo has served as a Product Manager at Remind since 2019. In this role, he contributes to the development and management of educational communication tools. His work focuses on enhancing user experience and implementing features that support educators, students, and parents in their communication efforts. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive product initiatives.
Previous Experience at Aspire Public Schools
Prior to his current role, Josh Portillo worked at Aspire Public Schools in various capacities. He began as a Student Technology Analyst from 2014 to 2016, where he supported technology integration in classrooms. He then served as a System Administrator for one year, followed by a two-year tenure as Product Manager from 2017 to 2019. His roles involved managing technology systems and developing products to enhance educational outcomes.
Early Career at Quark Games and STRIVE Preparatory Schools
Josh Portillo's early career includes a position in Business Operations at Quark Games from 2013 to 2014. He also worked as a Teacher for History and Math at STRIVE Preparatory Schools in Denver, Colorado, from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he was a Corps Member with Teach For America during the same period, where he focused on educational equity and student engagement.
Education and Expertise
Josh Portillo studied at the University of California, Davis, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from 2009 to 2011. His academic background provides a foundation for his expertise in product management and educational technology. This education supports his analytical skills and understanding of market dynamics within the education sector.