Summary
Tim Helland is a seasoned secondary teacher with over a decade of experience designing and delivering advanced mathematics, computer science, and robotics curricula across Oregon high schools. He blends deep content knowledge—MS in Education (Mathematics) and a summa cum laude BS—with hands-on tech instruction from AP Computer Science to 3D programming, game design, and web development. A long-time mentor of FRC Team 1359, he translates competitive robotics and project-based learning into real-world engineering skills for students. Comfortable teaching everything from VB.NET and C++ to Java and modern web design, he consistently updates coursework to bridge theoretical math and practical computing. Colleagues note his ability to coach diverse learners while sustaining a broad, evolving tech portfolio in the classroom.
10 years of coding experience
MS in Education, Mathematics, MS in Education, Mathematics at Western Oregon University