I’m a dynamic educator with a passion for helping others learn and grow. Over the years, I’ve developed a strong ability to create engaging courseware and deliver effective instruction, both online and in person. I have hands-on experience designing learning experiences that combine strong instructional design principles with creativity and clarity. I also produce and edit instructional video content—whether in-studio or remotely—and bring a focus on learner engagement and clarity to every project. Outside the classroom, I’m a disciplined options trader who follows a structured, consistent trading plan—an approach that reflects my belief in process, precision, and continuous improvement.

Kayla Albin

I’m a dynamic educator with a passion for helping others learn and grow. Over the years, I’ve developed a strong ability to create engaging courseware and deliver effective instruction, both online and in person. I have hands-on experience designing learning experiences that combine strong instructional design principles with creativity and clarity. I also produce and edit instructional video content—whether in-studio or remotely—and bring a focus on learner engagement and clarity to every project. Outside the classroom, I’m a disciplined options trader who follows a structured, consistent trading plan—an approach that reflects my belief in process, precision, and continuous improvement.

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I’m a dynamic educator with a passion for helping others learn and grow. Over the years, I’ve developed a strong ability to create engaging courseware and deliver effective instruction, both online and in person. I have hands-on experience designing learning experiences that combine strong instructional design principles with creativity and clarity.

I also produce and edit instructional video content—whether in-studio or remotely—and bring a focus on learner engagement and clarity to every project. Outside the classroom, I’m a disciplined options trader who follows a structured, consistent trading plan—an approach that reflects my belief in process, precision, and continuous improvement.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Instructor, Foundational Course at Trading Academy
January 1, 2017 - October 28, 2025
Instructor of the foundational course, taught both online and in-person; created and redesigned courses based on student feedback, using innovative ways to optimize the learning path.
Student Support at Trading Academy
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Helped students in their learning journey, answering emails, calls and chats, and moderating online classes.
Instructor at Life Surge/SurgeU
May 1, 2024 - October 27, 2025
Instructor; recognized as Instructor of the Year 2024.

Education

B.A. in Linguistics – Spanish Minor in Mathematics at University of California, San Diego
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025
Professional Options Course at Trading Academy
January 1, 2014 - October 28, 2025
Professional Futures Course at Trading Academy
January 1, 2013 - October 28, 2025
Core Strategy Course at Trading Academy
January 1, 2012 - October 28, 2025
Trading Academy at University of California, San Diego
January 1, 2017 - October 28, 2025

Qualifications

Instructor of the Year 2019
January 1, 2019 - October 28, 2025
Education Excellence Award – Above and Beyond
January 1, 2019 - October 28, 2025
Instructor of the Year 2024, Life Surge/SurgeU
January 1, 2024 - October 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Financial Services, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet