Nathan O'Brien - Our Team
Nathan O'Brien
Nathan O'Brien is a passionate and versatile educator from Portland, Oregon, USA. After completing his undergraduate studies in Exercise Science, Nathan embarked on a rewarding career that took him around the world, working in sales, marketing, and business development. During this time, he also earned his MBA, further developing his business acumen. However, Nathan always felt a desire to make a more meaningful impact and give back to his community.
Being married to a teacher, Nathan has always been surrounded by education and has been continuously inspired by the joy and wonder he witnessed in her students. This experience helped Nathan discover a passion for working with children. Motivated by this, Nathan made the decision to pursue a career in elementary education. He obtained his teaching certification and embraced the opportunity to mold young minds and instill a lifelong love of learning.
In the classroom, Nathan brings a warm and nurturing presence, thoughtfully supporting students' instructional needs and fostering a positive learning environment. At his core, Nathan believes that cultivating a sense of wonder and curiosity is essential for helping students develop a love of learning. He encourages his students to approach their education with an open mindset, embracing learning both inside and outside the classroom.
Beyond the classroom, Nathan lives an active lifestyle and spends his free time running and exploring local hiking trails. He and his wife enjoy traveling, experiencing new cultures, and trying different cuisines around the world. Nathan is excited to join the Bloom Community and share his genuine enthusiasm for learning and his passion with students.
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