Chad Hamblin

Science Teacher, Conservationist, & Naturalist

About

Whether he’s teaching science, working to protect wildlands, or studying natural history, Chad brings energy, joy, dedication, and enthusiasm to the project.

Science Teaching

Chad is a dynamic and inventive high school science teacher with 15+ years’ teaching experience, including 5 years’ experience in a virtual setting. He enjoys making creative, hands on lessons for students, working one on one to help students gain confidence, and engaging classes in memorable learning experiences that are active and eclectic rather than passive and rote.

Chad also excels at creating connections with students, including those who find challenges in traditional learning environments. The proof of his success as a teacher is shown by former years’ students who have asked to keep attending his classes just for fun.

See examples of some of the chemistry assignments Chad created here.

Read examples of Chad’s weekly messages to his students here.

See examples of educational games Chad has used for teaching here.

Conservation Work

Chad is a lifelong hiker, wilderness navigator, map aficionado, and protector of wild places and their inhabitants, as well as an avid nature and wildlife photographer.

Some of his professional experience includes conducting roadless and wilderness inventories on National Forest lands, and developing a wilderness proposal. He has also participated in fish and wildlife surveys, and stream habitat and flow measurements.

He has led students, boy scout troops, friends, and family members on numerous nature hikes, and continues to explore the outdoors on regular hiking adventures alone or with his wife and dogs, occasionally chronicled on his blog, Uintah Wildman.

Testimonials

“Chad’s passion for science was palpable and truly inspiring. He possessed a remarkable ability to ignite that same spark in his students. I vividly recall the enthusiasm surrounding his science hikes; the students were invariably engaged and returned from these excursions brimming with newfound knowledge and a deeper appreciation for the natural world. His classroom lessons were equally dynamic and interactive, fostering a love for learning through hands-on exploration.” – James M.

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6 responses to “About”

  1. Jan P. Avatar
    Jan P.

    Chad Hamblin has been a truly inspiring Environmental Science teacher to me. He has by far been the best science teacher I’ve ever had, and every class of his has been an absolute pleasure to attend and learn from. He has not only inspired me to admire and look at nature more closely, but also inspired me to continue to learn as much as possible about how the various processes contributing to the world’s ecosystems function, even after the school year ended.

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    Gianna M.

    Mr. Chad Hamblin was genuinely one of the best teachers I have ever had. You can recognize almost immediately his love for science and nature, and his deep care about his students. His weekly emails always included his recent findings and fun scientific facts, and his meetings would be filled with stories and interesting conversation topics. His teaching itself was great, as he always taught things in a certain manner that made it easier to understand. He never had a boring lesson as they were all interactive and engaging, and many students participated as a result. It is rare to find a teacher as incredible as Mr. Hamblin, one who cares deeply for both the subject and their student. As a student of Mr. Hamblin, I learned a lot under his teaching, both about chemistry and science in general. I hope that his future students will have the opportunity to experience his wonderful teaching as I did, and hopefully learn a great deal in his class.

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    sdz

    Mr. Hamblin is THE teacher. The absolute best teacher I had in my high school career. Every class with Mr. Hamblin meant two things: first, that I would definitely learn something new, and second, that I’d leave with a smile on my face. Mr. Hamblin is the kind of teacher who truly cares—not just about his students learning, but about them as people. He made every lesson fun and engaging, but more than that, he took the time to check in on us, ask how we were doing, and actually listen. On days when I wasn’t feeling my best, he would notice, and he’d do his best to lift me up and listen to me.

    What always amazed me was how he remembered the little things—my dreams, my passions, what I wanted to study—even though he had so many students. That kind of genuine care is rare. Mr. Hamblin has left a lasting mark not just as a teacher, but as a kind, smart, and compassionate human being. He’s someone who makes any team or community better just by being part of it.

    We miss you, Mr. Hamblin! — Sara D.

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    Hitej R

    Mr. Hamblin is without a doubt one of the best teachers I have ever had. Whether it’s his engaging lesson plans, assignments, or just taking anything his students might possibly say and being able to relate it back to the subject at hand, he can make anyone enjoy learning more about the world. In addition, he always has an interesting anecdote to share. My fellow classmates and I fondly remember his frog-eating brother in regards to invasive species.

    I’m truly lucky that I’ve had him as my teacher, and I can think of no better person to further the education of countless individuals.

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    Isabella Z.

    Mr. Hamblin was hands down the best teacher I’ve ever had. Even after graduating from his class, I still think about how he made every lesson so fun and engaging. Not only did he fill each session with witty science jokes and fun facts, but he also created fascinating science activities that made learning exciting. You could tell he truly loved both science and his students—he even sent out weekly newsletters packed with jokes, interesting facts, cool science photos he took himself, and quirky holidays like International Polar Bear Day! Those newsletters always made me look forward to his next class. I’m incredibly grateful to have had him as my Chemistry and AP Environmental Science teacher, and I hope his future students enjoy having him as much as I did!

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    creamynotcrunchy

    Mr. Hamblin was the best teacher I’ve ever had! I never had an interest in chemistry but when I joined his classes I always found myself actually learning. He’s the type of teacher that can get everyone to participate, and you can tell he cares about his students (when a birthday came up, he’d give us birthday wishes and sing a birthday song if asked!!). He finds a way to make learning fun for everyone, and I always loved the way he’d show us student photos and videos, and the themed periodic tables at the start of every class!

    Mr. Hamblin made time to hang out with me after class and really made me feel acknowledged and appreciated. He also introduced me to the wonderful iNaturalist site and really inspired my interest in the environment! I really miss him being my teacher, and I hope his future students appreciate him as much as I did! – Micha L.

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