Experience
A blend of recent classroom experience and long-term technology leadership that supports computer science, cybersecurity, business technology, and career-connected CTE instruction.
Educational Experience
Interim Computer Science Teacher, Collierville High School (February-April 2026)
- Delivered Computer Science Foundations instruction with Python, cybersecurity, digital ethics, AI literacy, quizzes, projects, and exams.
- Differentiated lessons for mixed experience levels and supported classroom routines, behavior expectations, and student engagement.
- Connected programming, cybersecurity, and responsible technology use to practical workplace examples.
Substitute Teacher, Collierville Schools (2025-present)
- Managed classrooms and maintained continuity of instruction across technology, business, mathematics, and science courses.
- Delivered teacher-provided lessons, supported diverse learners, and reinforced productive classroom routines.
Part-Time Instructor, Mildred Elley (1992-1994)
- Taught computer-related coursework and helped adult learners connect technical skills to workforce applications.
- Built early instructional experience translating technology concepts into usable steps for learners.
Technology Leadership Experience
Netsmart, Senior Director of Engineering (2017-2024)
- Led cross-functional engineering work across enterprise health-IT products and implementation priorities.
- Supported adoption of the EvolvNX platform, improving usability and helping establish it as a standard implementation approach across 350+ agencies.
- Replaced a costly third-party reporting tool, saving approximately $750K annually and delivering a more efficient in-house solution.
- Mentored technical teams and translated complex product needs into practical delivery plans.
Defran Systems, VP of Client Services & Product Manager (2010-2012)
- Built scalable support, project management, training, and consulting infrastructure for behavioral-health and human-services technology.
- Developed e-learning strategies that reduced in-person training and improved user onboarding success.
- Participated in company strategy during expansion and acquisition planning.
Defran Systems, Client Services Lead & Product Manager (2004-2010)
- Scaled client services and product alignment while supporting onboarding and implementation for 100+ new client implementations.
- Built and managed a cross-functional team of trainers, consultants, and project managers.
- Transitioned support from email-based systems to a web-based portal with knowledge bases and real-time tracking.
Defran Systems, Training/Support Specialist & Software Architect (1999-2004)
- Designed EvolvCS core components, database architecture, finance functionality, and implementation methods for behavioral-health providers.
- Created project delivery methods, cost modeling, and train-the-trainer curriculum used for client implementations.
- Translated complex business and compliance needs into usable software and training systems.
Defran Systems, Training and Support Specialist (1996-1999)
- Delivered full-cycle support, training, documentation, and implementation for early EvolvW clients.
- Managed 25+ client implementations across multiple states and regulatory environments.
- Helped establish consulting practices that later supported the EvolvCS platform.
Business Operations & Analytics
Necco, Director of Business Applications & Analytics (2013-2017)
- Improved operational efficiency by optimizing the EvolvCS platform to better align with program and compliance needs across multiple states.
- Partnered with leadership to improve access to business insights through scorecards and data tools.
- Used data, process improvement, and change management skills that transfer directly to CTE, business technology, and analytics instruction.
Catholic Charities CMS, Accountant / Network Administrator (1991-1995)
- Led full-cycle accounting operations, audit support, reporting, and budget support.
- Supported the transition to computerized operations across five counties by introducing automated systems and training staff.
For full role history and updates, visit Ron Aceto on LinkedIn.