Bassem Elbendary

Bassem Elbendary is a seasoned educator and board member currently serving at A-part Auto For Trading & Industry and as a Student Teacher Supervisor at Teachers College, Columbia University since September 2019. With extensive experience in social studies education, Bassem has held various roles including Social Studies Teacher at Harvest Collegiate High School, Teacher Educator at New Generation International Schools, and High School Social Studies Teacher with the NYC Department of Education. Bassem is also a Research Fellow at Lamplight Summer Camp and a co-founder and facilitator at Alwan wa Awtar. Academic qualifications include a PhD in Social Studies Education and Teacher Education from Teachers College, alongside a Bilingual Extension Certification and a Master's Degree in Social Studies Education. Bassem's work focuses on curriculum development, culturally relevant methodologies, and providing comprehensive support for aspiring teachers.