Dave Liam Johnston

Dave Liam Johnston is an experienced professional in education and conservation, serving as a Course Instructor at the Association of Zoos and Aquariums since September 2022, and as a Community Learning Leader at Miami University since May 2022. Johnston holds the position of Director of Professional Development at the Wildlife Conservation Society, overseeing a $1.8 million budget and managing a team of 10 educators while implementing multiple strategic initiatives, including partnerships with Miami University and the American Museum of Natural History. Previous roles include Assistant Director and Manager of Professional Development, as well as teaching positions at various institutions such as Pace University and the Brooklyn Academy of Science and the Environment. With a strong educational background that includes a PhD in Teacher Education and Teacher Development from Montclair State University and a Master's in Science Teacher Education from The City College of New York, Johnston has a robust foundation in both environmental education and teacher development.