Izzy Lapidus, Educator

Izzy Lapidus is an inclusive, child-centered, and justice-oriented elementary school educator based in Brooklyn. She is committed to co-creating learning environments that inspire curiosity and critical thinking, encourage agency and independence, and celebrate every child's strengths. She views education as a pathway towards transformative social change and is deeply passionate about pursuing a career as a teacher.

 

Izzy is an MSEd candidate at Bank Street Graduate School of Education in Childhood Special and General Education (Dual Certification, Grades 1–6) where she also serves as Student Ambassador. She graduated from Barnard College of Columbia University Phi Beta Kappa and magna cum laude with a self-created major in Computing, Design, and Pedagogy.

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Izzy spent the 2025-2026 school year working as a Teaching Assistant at a public school in Brooklyn. Explore her teaching portfolio below to learn more about her work as an educator.