Arthur Baum
Instructor of Physics
Durham
Joined NCSSM in August 2026
Arthur Baum joined NCSSM in August 2026 as an Instructor of Physics for our Durham campus. Prior to joining NCSSM, he taught AP, IB, and honors physics for 14 years at Myers Park High School and developed curriculum resources for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. In addition to teaching, Arthur works as an AP reader and an IB examiner, grading AP and IB physics exams. He also serves as high school representative on the board of the North Carolina Section of the American Association of Physics Teachers. Arthur earned his bachelor’s degree in physics and mathematics from Harvard University and a master’s degree in film and television production from the University of Southern California. Prior to teaching physics, he worked as a film sound mixer and designer in Los Angeles and taught at the USC School of Cinematic Arts. He also taught math, astronomy, and cryptography for 13 summers with Duke University’s Talent Identification Program. Outside of school, Arthur enjoys running, cooking, playing piano, and Scottish country dancing, which he teaches in his spare time.
AB, Physics and Mathematics, Harvard University
MFA, Film and Television Production, University of Southern California
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