He will be teaching middle school Grade 6. He is a certified teacher through the State of Florida and is endorsed in math (grades 5-9) and science (grades 5-9). Before teaching, he worked in a variety of schools and businesses reducing their environmental impact by implementing recycling programs, diverting waste streams, and reducing paper consumption. Eventually, he found that he could make the greatest impact by teaching the next generation the importance of conservation, environmental ethics, ecological awareness, and sustainable living. Mr. Chao has high academic expectations for students and demonstrates he is capable of motivating and engaging students to become active participants in their local environment.