Ben Ochstein is a team leader with a wealth of experience in the education industry, focusing on building diverse teams that foster a strong culture and pave a clear path to success. Ochstein studied Political Science at Indiana University Bloomington and has worked in a variety of roles throughout his career. Prior to his current role as the California State Director at Scoot Education, Ochstein was the Director Of Special Projects at Alder Graduate School of Education, Director of Talent at KIPP Bay Area Schools, and Curriculum Specialist at Teach For America. He also worked as a teacher at KIPP DC, KIPP New Orleans, and Teach For India. Ochstein's background is rooted in start-up and rapidly growing organizations, where he has proved himself a valuable asset in building and scaling effective teams.