Sean Glantz
About Sean Glantz
Sean Glantz serves as the West Regional Chapter Support Coordinator for the Computer Science Teachers Association, advocating for computer science education and supporting educators. He has a diverse background in biology and education, with experience as a botanist and computer science teacher.
Current Role at Computer Science Teachers Association
Sean Glantz serves as the West Regional Chapter Support Coordinator for the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) since 2021. In this role, he supports computer science educators across the Western United States. His responsibilities include advocating for computer science education and facilitating connections among educators. He joined CSTA in 2018 and became a member of the leadership team for the Sacramento chapter in 2020.
Education and Expertise
Sean Glantz has a diverse educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University at Albany, SUNY, from 2004 to 2008. He pursued a Master of Arts in Secondary Education and Teaching at Oregon State University-Cascades from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he studied Biology at Griffith University during an International Student Exchange program from 2006 to 2007. His educational qualifications support his roles in both science and computer science education.
Professional Background
Sean Glantz has held various positions in education and research. He worked as a Staff Research Associate (Botanist) at UC Davis for two months in 2012. From 2009 to 2011, he served as a Biological Science Technician with the US Forest Service in the Lake Tahoe Basin. He also worked as a Computer Science Teacher and Instructional Coach at the Davis Joint Unified School District from 2015 to 2023, where he taught computer science and career and technical education.
Advocacy and Community Engagement
Sean advocates for educators from various disciplines to engage in computer science education. He serves as an advisor for his high school’s Computer Science Honor Society and the Girls Who Code club. He is also a facilitator for Code.org’s AP Computer Science Principles curriculum and a fellow with Project Invent. His efforts focus on providing students with exposure to computer science and coding.
Skills and Certifications
Sean Glantz is recognized as a Certified Agile Leader in K–12 education. He manages the DV Makerspace, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for students. His background in both biology and education equips him with a unique skill set that bridges the gap between scientific inquiry and computer science education.