Digital Resume

A snapshot of my education, experience, and professional background.

Contact

Chandler Scott Wiegand II

Contact available upon request.

Education

  • M.Ed. in English Learner / Multilingual Education

    Southeastern Oklahoma State UniversityDurant, Oklahoma · 2026

  • Bachelor of Science, Plant Science

    University of DelawareNewark, Delaware · December 2015

Experience

  • Teacher — Environmental Science and Sustainable Living

    Weston High SchoolWeston, CT

    • Develop and teach curriculum for Environmental Science and Sustainable Living courses.
    • Create engaging, hands-on learning experiences for high school students.
    • Collaborate with faculty on interdisciplinary science and sustainability initiatives.
  • Middle School Science Teacher

    Fairfield Public SchoolsFairfield, CT · 2021 – 2025

    • Taught middle school science to students in grades 6–8.
    • Designed and delivered inquiry-based, NGSS-aligned science instruction.
  • Owner — Bicycle Service and Repair

    Easton Cycle Works LLCEaston, CT

    • Provide professional bicycle service and repair to customers within the local community.
  • Teaching Assistant — Physical Education and Science

    The Unquowa SchoolFairfield, CT

    • Assisted with 5–8 grade physical education.
    • Assisted with 7–8 grade general sciences.
    • Ran Project FeederWatch with 3rd grade students.
  • Laboratory Manager / Laboratory Assistant — CO₂ Extraction

    Green Thumb Industries (Advanced Grow Labs)West Haven, CT · January 2018 – August 2020

    • Responsible for production of various medical and pharmaceutical products.
    • Experience with IES, Waters, and APEKS CO₂ systems.
    • Experience with water-soluble nanoemulsion formulation and production.
    • Experience with QWET concentrate production of shatter, crumble, and sugar.
    • Experience with capsule, tablet, oral solution, topical, and vape production.
    • Responsible for a majority of equipment repairs on lab machinery.
  • Shorebird Monitor / Volunteer — Seasonal

    The Connecticut Audubon SocietyFairfield, CT · 2018 – Present

    • Collected data on shorebird nesting and reproduction at CT Audubon Coastal Center in Milford, CT.
    • Educated visitors and families about nesting shorebirds in Connecticut.
    • Assisted with nature walks at CT Audubon sanctuary in Fairfield, CT.
  • Certified Technician

    Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI)Milford, CT · October 2016 – March 2018

    • Assisted in managing the bicycle and ski repair shop.
    • Assisted in training and supervising other technicians and performing repairs on equipment.
    • Trained in customer service, bicycle repair, ski repair, and loss prevention.
    • Assisted with parts and supplies orders.
    • Barnett’s Bicycle Institute certified professional bicycle mechanic.
  • Seasonal Full Time Park Patrol

    Delaware State Parks, White Clay CreekNewark, DE · May 2014 – February 2016

    • Responsible for enforcing state park laws and detecting violations.
    • Assisted park visitors when needed.
    • Interacted with the general public on a daily basis.
    • Helped park maintenance in opening and closing the park.
    • Organized and set up the hunting program in the fall.
    • Trained in customer service through Delaware State Parks.
    • Trained in CPR and first aid.
    • Responsible for cash deposits.
  • Bicycle Mechanic / Service Manager

    The Bicycle PlaceSilver Spring, MD · 2007 – 2014

    • Service manager and head mechanic.
    • Assisted customers in purchasing and repairing their bicycles.
    • Coordinated repairs with mechanics and parts ordering with store manager.
    • Maintained a clean and organized workplace.
    • Assisted in leading weekly group rides.
  • Plant Pathology Intern

    United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)Beltsville, MD · September 2008 – May 2009

    • Assisted in a multi-year study on turfgrass pathogens.

Professional Learning

Graduate Coursework

  • M.Ed., English Learner / Multilingual Education — completed 2026.
  • EDUC 5313: Learning Technologies.

Certifications

  • Connecticut Educator Certification — Science.

Educational Technology Interests

Triple E FrameworkUniversal Design for LearningNGSS sensemakingFormative assessment with techAI in the classroomScreencasting & multimedia

Future Goals

  • Apply strategies from the M.Ed. in English Learner / Multilingual Education to support multilingual learners in the science classroom.
  • Develop a model NGSS-aligned Environmental Science unit that integrates technology thoughtfully end-to-end.
  • Mentor colleagues on Triple E and meaningful tech adoption.
  • Present at a regional science or edtech conference.

References

References available upon request.