About Me
Elissa Levy teaches physics at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Virginia. She has previously taught in New York City public schools. Her areas of interest include climate physics, quantum computing for younger grades, AI in physics, and equity-driven approaches to physics education. Prior to teaching, Elissa spent 8 years leading special projects at a premier hedge fund.
Experience
- Physics Teacher, Fairfax County Public Schools (TJHSST) (July 2023 – Present)
- Physics & CS Teacher, NYC Department of Education (Sep 2017 – July 2023)
- New York City Teaching Fellow (May 2017 – July 2023)
- Computer Science Teacher, Curriculum Designer, Instructional Coach, Upperline Code (Apr 2019 – July 2022)
- Curriculum Writer, Rising Academy Network (July 2018 – Nov 2019)
- Senior Associate, Bridgewater Associates (Apr 2011 – Apr 2017)
- Generalist Associate, D. E. Shaw & Co. (Aug 2009 – Mar 2011)
Professional Affiliations
- Board Member, STEMteachersNYC
- Board Member, Underrepresentation Curriculum
- Board Member, SPHERE
- Board Member, The Physics Teacher
- Board Member, Yale Alumni Educators
- Board Member, Yale Science and Engineering Association
- Early Career Fellow, Math for America (Aug 2019 – July 2023)
Education
- Master’s degree, School leadership and supervision, George Mason University (Expected May 2026)
- MST, Science Teacher Education (Physics), Pace University (2017-2019)
- BS, Physics (Intensive), Yale University (2005 – 2009)
Certifications
- Secondary Science Teaching – concentration in Physics grades 7-12
- First Aid, CPR, AED Certification
Honors & Awards
- Brunschwig-Karplus Award for Excellence in Teaching and Community Leadership
- Math for America – Early Career Fellowship
- Barge & Runk Exam Prize
- Berkeley College – Wohlenberg Prize
- Lucent Global Science Scholarship