- Yonkers Public Schools
- 2023-2024
High School Teacher of the Year

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Coach Sean Stahn
Sean Stahn is a Physical Education teacher at the Barack Obama School for Social Justice, where he has significantly impacted his students and the broader Yonkers community. Mr. Stahn began his teaching career in the Yonkers Public Schools in 2008, spending time at Barack Obama School, Yonkers Middle/High School, Khalil Gibran School, Montessori School 31, and Paideia School 24. He has dedicated the last sixteen years to nurturing his students' physical, emotional, and academic growth.
Mr. Stahn, a graduate of Ardsley High School and former college basketball player and captain at Ithaca College, earned his Bachelor's degree in Health and Physical Education and his Master's in Health Education from the same institution. He further expanded his expertise by earning a Master's in School Building and School District Leadership from Mercy College. His journey through education and athletics has shaped his innovative approach to teaching and coaching.
Throughout his career, Mr. Stahn has been a transformative figure in Physical Education, developing a sports education curriculum that focuses on active engagement and learning through roles like coach, timekeeper, official, and player. His leadership extends beyond the classroom as he serves as the Physical Education and Health Department Chair at his school. His tenure as Boys Varsity Basketball Coach at the Barack Obama School for Social Justice has been marked by impressive achievements, including a Section One Tournament "Gold Ball" victory and significant success in nurturing students who have gone on to play college basketball and earn degrees.
Sean's community involvement is extensive, including initiatives like the MLK Day Showcase and Friends vs. Cancer Tournament, which he initiated to raise funds for cancer research and support local families. His work with the STEER for student-athletes program is a testament to his commitment to mentoring and supporting "at-promise" student-athletes, guiding them toward fulfilling their potential both on and off the court.
Sean's personal life is as fulfilling as his professional one. He is married to Jenny, his college sweetheart from Ithaca College, and they are the proud parents of two children, Charlotte, age 10, and Sean Jr. "SJ", age 6. Together, they reside in Yonkers, where Sean continues to be a pivotal figure in education and community engagement, deeply invested in the success and well-being of his students and athletes.