Scott Mellynchuk is a lifelong learner who wants to become a biology teacher. He started studying natural science at Johns Hopkins University in 1976 but had to put his degree on hold to work, get married, and raise his three children. He eventually completed his undergraduate degree in science, math, and technology with a biology concentration from Empire State University in 2009. His only teaching experience so far has been coaching youth and high school sports. He hopes to work in a high-needs school district and make a difference in students' lives while refining his teaching techniques. He believes technology will play a major role in education by providing real-world connections for students and preparing them for future careers.

1. Life-long learner and would be biology teacher Scott Mellynchuk

2. Natural science major at Johns Hopkins University 1976-79 Background

3. Before I completed my degree, life intervened in the form of work, marriage and children Background My three children, Daniel, Erin and Scott with Bitsy, our dog.

4. Received my undergraduate degree in Science, Math and Technology with a concentration in Biology from Empire State in 2009. Hooray! Background

5. My teaching experience to this point has been limited to coaching youth and high school sports Background ←Me Danny -> Long Island High School Lacrosse Champions 2009

6. Philosophy

7. I hope to work in a high-needs district and provide the type of education that can help make a difference in someone’s life, as well as in my own. Along the way I hope to refine and improve my techniques in an effort to make the “ideal” classroom a reality. Technology will play a huge role as it continues to dominate the world outside of the classroom as well as the students within it. Not only does technology provide an area of common ground for students and educators, invaluable in furnishing real-world connections, it also prepares today’s students for tomorrow’s career opportunities. I look forward to working with everyone this semester!