Rob van Nood

Rob van Nood is an Educational Technology Specialist at Catlin Gabel School in Portland, Oregon.13 With over 22 years of experience in education, he has been passionate about creating spaces and experiences where students can explore and pursue their passions.1

Professional Background

Rob has taught in various educational settings, including public, charter, and independent schools, working with students from pre-K to 12th grade.1 In his current role at Catlin Gabel School, he:

• Supports teachers, administrators, and students in integrating technology, making, and tinkering into their learning experiences
• Finds creative ways to incorporate coding into students' lives through integrated projects
• Works closely with staff, faculty, students, and parents to identify tools that best support and enhance learning2

Additional Roles and Initiatives

Besides his primary role, Rob is also:

• Co-founder and lead educational designer at Tinker Camp (www.tinkercamp.org)
• Runs tinkering and maker workshops for educators in the Portland, OR, and Vancouver, WA metro areas1

Expertise and Focus Areas

Rob's work emphasizes:

• Incorporating science, coding, and design in classrooms, even with limited time and resources
• Engaging students with data-collection technology
• Overcoming gender stereotypes in coding and robotics
• Developing 21st-century skills in students, including creativity, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking1

Rob van Nood's extensive experience and innovative approach to educational technology make him a valuable asset in bridging the gap between science and coding in the classroom.