Sean Glantz
About Sean Glantz
Sean Glantz is a Regional Chapter Support Coordinator at the Computer Science Teachers Association and a Computer Science Teacher & Instructional Coach at Davis Joint Unified School District. He has a background in biology and education, with experience in various educational and research roles.
Work at Computer Science Teachers Association
Sean Glantz serves as the Regional Chapter Support Coordinator at the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) since 2021. In this role, he focuses on supporting regional chapters and enhancing the network of computer science educators. He joined CSTA in 2018 and became a member of the leadership team for CSTA Sacramento in 2020. His involvement with CSTA reflects his commitment to advancing computer science education and providing resources for educators.
Current Teaching Role at Davis Joint Unified School District
Sean Glantz has been a Computer Science Teacher and Instructional Coach at Davis Joint Unified School District since 2015. He teaches computer science and career and technical education, emphasizing the importance of coding and technology in education. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he manages the DV Makerspace and serves as the advisor for the high school’s Computer Science Honor Society and the Girls Who Code club.
Educational Background
Sean Glantz has a diverse educational background. He studied Biology at the University at Albany, SUNY, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) from 2004 to 2008. He then pursued a Master of Arts (M.A.) 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.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current roles, Sean Glantz held various positions in education and research. He worked as a Staff Research Associate (Botanist) at UC Davis for two months in 2012. He also served as a Biological Science Technician with the US Forest Service from 2009 to 2011, where he worked in the Lake Tahoe Basin. Additionally, he gained teaching experience as a Student Teacher at Bend Senior High School for five months in 2015.
Certifications and Advocacy
Sean Glantz is a Certified Agile Leader in K–12 education and a Fellow with Project Invent. He advocates for educators from various disciplines to engage in computer science education, promoting the importance of coding for all students. His passion for providing exposure to computer science drives his efforts in both teaching and leadership roles.