About Me
Paul Feffer earned his doctorate in physics at UC Berkeley studying astronomical x-rays and gamma-rays using balloon-borne instrumentation flown from Antarctica. Since 2013, Paul has been the Chair of the Science Department at the Storm King School where he teaches physics and computer science. He has taught 9th grade physics and Intro CS through AP Physics C and AP Computer Science A. Paul also coaches the tennis team, advises the robotics team, and has organized many student trips from camping and skiing to solar eclipse viewing. At STEMteachersNYC, Paul has lead a number of workshops using the modeling methodology for physics, as well as workshops in introductory programming for physics simulations and engineering design challenges for the classroom.
Teaching Experience
- Chair of the Science Department, The Storm King School (2013-Present)
- Teaches Physics (9th Grade, AP Physics C) and Computer Science (Intro CS, AP Computer Science A)
Past Professional Experience
- Adjunct Professor, Rockland Community College (2012)
- Chief Technology Officer, Consultant (1997-2013)
Professional Affiliations & Activities
- STEMteachersNYC Workshop Leader
- Tennis Team Coach
- Robotics Team Advisor
Education
- PhD, Physics, University of California, Berkeley (1988-1996)
- BS, Physics, Stanford University (1984-1988)