[…]New York State Chemistry Teacher Course Load Distribution. The project looked at science teacher certifications in New York State (NYS) and what percentage of NYS teachers were teaching a science they did not major in based on their primary science certification. Additionally, an article she wrote, “Building a Nuclide” was published by the American Association of Chemistry Teachers. Meredith will begin her second year of teaching at Darien High School during the 2021–2022 school year. Hobbies Morgan enjoys spending time at the beach and finding new things to watch on Netflix. Academic Background Stony Brook University (Bachelor of Science in […]
[…]the next steps.” Christy’s Story Teaching Discipline Biology Why Biology “Biology has always come easily to me. I loved labs and setting up experiments, which led me to working in a research lab in college. My love for sharing how and what I did with others led me to pursue science education as a career.” Professional Experience For nine months, Christy worked as a staff research associate at the University of California, Los Angeles Department of Pediatrics: Infectious Disease. In this role, she participated in HIV clinical research studies involving infants, children, and mothers. Additionally, she managed specimens by organizing […]
[…]dissertation won the 2012 Outstanding Doctoral Research Award from NARST, a global organization for improving science education through research. Melissa has authored or co-authored over 20 journal articles and book chapters, and she co-authored a widely read and influential book, Ambitious Science Teaching (2018), through Harvard Education Press. Her research aims to understand more about how teachers learn to teach science across multiple contexts for professional learning including pre-service preparation of teachers in coursework and field experiences, professional learning in designed settings such as professional development for teachers, and professional learning that takes place ‘on the job’ in the day-to-day […]
[…]as well as the fact that a single math problem can be approached in many different ways to obtain the same answer.” Professional Experience During college, Misha spent time tutoring math students in both London and the US. After graduation, she taught middle school students at the Russian School of Mathematics. Misha will begin her first year of teaching at Henry M. Gunn High School during the 2022–2023 school year. Hobbies Misha is an avid juggler and enjoys singing in her local choir. Academic Background Charles University (Bachelor of Science in Math) Santa Clara University (Master of Education in […]
[…]that world.” Oryan’s Story Teaching Discipline Math Why Math “I’ve had fun thinking through math problems for as long as I can remember so there was never a question about doing something in the field. I want to share my love of the subject with students.” Professional Experience During his undergraduate studies, Oryan worked as a calculus tutor and participated in a math teaching experiences program. During the spring semester of the 2021–2022 school year, he taught high school math. Oryan will begin his first full year of teaching at the High School For Youth and Community Development, during the […]
[…]an anime club at her school. She is passionate about giving her students a space to embrace their “nerdy” side and providing a safe haven for LQBTQ+ and Autistic students. Academic Background Michigan State University (Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences) Michigan State University (Teaching Certification […]
[…]climbing, skiing, mountaineering, running, weight lifting, and all kinds of typical, hands-on, “maker” activities such as welding, woodworking, construction, and 3D printing. He also enjoys playing Dungeons & Dragons with his friends, both locally and internationally. Academic Background Pacific University (Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Computer Science) Oregon State University (Master of Science in […]
[…]of experience in the field of education. In May 2016, he received the “Teacher of Excellence” award from the New York State Senate. The award honors a teacher of “excellence, dedication and commitment that serves to inspire students to greater levels of achievement and success.” He holds a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education with a concentration in math from Concordia University Chicago and a Master of Arts in secondary mathematics education from SUNY Albany. Additionally, he completed the Leadership Academy program at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts for administration certification. Jon and his educator husband reside in upstate New […]
[…]to remember that their strengths and their community’s strengths will be the key to unlocking their dreams. I want them to remember: ‘you are a math person’, and that means you can accomplish anything you set your mind to. Karen’s Story Teaching Discipline Mathematics Why Mathematics Mathematics is beautiful, creative, and playful, though many people don’t often get to experience it that way. For me, math shapes my perspective on the world, revealing the infinite wonder in everything—from the tiniest dewdrop to the coastline of Antarctica to the music of the planets. I hope to share a sense of that […]
[…]new learning platform, including starting their YouTube Channel and assisting with the design of a new website for their online courses. She brings this experience to Knowles, to assist with general marketing needs for Knowles and the Knowles Academy, with a focus in social media and email marketing. Outside of work, you are likely to find her reading a book, playing a video game, or working on a crochet […]
