Benjamin Di’Chiara

Director of Tennessee STEM Innovation Network
Benjamin Di'Chiara

Ben Di’Chiara is a Senior STEM Relationship Manager for the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network, where he specializes in Career Technical Education and the enhancement of STEM programming within school districts.

With over 12 years of experience as a high school educator and football coach, which includes service as a District CTE director and District STEM Coordinator, Ben brings a deep understanding of both classroom instruction, program leadership, and knowledge of the interconnectedness in education to his current role.

Where Benjamin leads

  • Ben currently leads as the Director for the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network. Ben specializes in Career Technical Education and the enhancement of STEM programming within school districts

Previous experience

  • Relationship Manager (TSIN); Former CTE Director Trenton Special Schools District (TN)
  • CTE + STEM Integration Process (TN); Statewide Design Challenge (TN)

Expertise

  • Career Technical Education
  • STEM School Designation
  • Problem/Project-Based Learning
  • Lead Professional Development Workshops

Education and recognition

Masters in Educational Leadership from Tennessee State University