Nahla Ward | MS

Founder & CEO, The STEM Journey, LLC

Driven by a vision to transform science education, Nahla Ward founded The STEM Journey, LLC to bridge the gap between curriculum, instruction, and student achievement through innovative, equitable, and data-driven approaches.

With over a decade of experience in Science education and instructional leadership, Nahla began her career as a middle school science teacher in Philadelphia and then New York City before advancing into educational leadership.

As a Network Science Director overseeing 16 NYC schools, she led curriculum development, designed standards-aligned assessments, and leveraged student performance data to improve science proficiency and academic outcomes. Her experience also includes serving as a school principal, Director of Curriculum and Instruction, and educational consultant, supporting schools and districts in strengthening instructional practices.

Nahla holds a bachelor's degree from Temple University and a master's degree in Curriculum Development and Instructional Technology (STEM) from the University at Albany - State University of New York. She is also a published educational researcher in the International Journal of Instruction, in collaboration with Drexel University's School of Education for a STEM Summer program she co-designed.

Through The STEM Journey, Nahla is committed to empowering educators, elevating science instruction, and inspiring the next generation of innovators and leaders.