James J.

STEM Starts Here: Spark, Think, Explore, Make.

New York City

• My Birthday is Math related (3.14)
• I'm a former lifeguard
• I've rencently completed the Tour De Bronx

I’m a South Bronx native. This community taught me resilience, creativity, and how to turn challenges into opportunities. I have degrees in Computer Information Systems and Computer Science, and that's allowed me to turned my love for math, science, and coding into a mission to inspire others. I want my students to see that curiosity, consistency, and confidence can take them anywhere, even from the Bronx streets to building something amazing with technology. Outside of STEM, I’m a huge fan of 90’s hip hop, I love hitting the bowling lanes with friends, and enjoy spending time with family, sharing laughs and learning from each other. I bring all of that energy into my classroom, creating a space where learning is hands-on, fun, and full of possibilities. My goal is to show students that they can combine their passions with STEM, think creatively, and turn their ideas into real-world solutions, proving that greatness can start anywhere, especially right here in the Bronx.