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Pedro Carta

Pedro Carta is an educator, researcher, and applied ethics specialist working across the humanities, media, and social services. He has taught and mentored students in academic, community-based, and one-to-one settings, bringing a thoughtful, dialogue-driven approach to learning that emphasizes curiosity, reflection, and real-world relevance. Pedro’s teaching centers on helping students explore big ideas—philosophical, ethical, and scientific—while developing the habits of mind needed to think independently and with confidence.

Pedro is currently a Ph.D. candidate in philosophy, writing his dissertation on stoicism. His academic work bridges ancient metaphysical philosophy and contemporary cosmology, translating complex theoretical ideas into frameworks that feel accessible, meaningful, and grounded in lived experience. His background also includes advanced study in applied ethics and the science of consciousness.

Much of Pedro’s professional work has been shaped by his experience supporting young people navigating challenging circumstances. For the past three years, he has served as a specialist at Good Shepherd Services in New York City, working with foster care youth transitioning to independent living. In this role, Pedro applies cognitive reframing techniques informed by Stoic philosophy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), helping students build resilience, self-awareness, and emotional regulation. He is formally trained in therapeutic crisis intervention through Cornell University, and his teaching is deeply informed by a trauma-aware, relationship-centered lens.

Pedro’s earlier teaching experience includes supervising after-school programs at the 92nd Street Y in New York City, where he supported elementary-aged students with academic work and skill-building, as well as working as a park interpreter specialist and nature guide. In these roles, he developed a talent for explaining complex biological, historical, and philosophical concepts through storytelling and inquiry, making learning both rigorous and engaging.

Beyond education, Pedro brings a global and interdisciplinary perspective to his work. He is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese and has worked as an associate producer and linguist for networks including A&E and the History Channel, specializing in investigative research and content synthesis. Across all of his work, Pedro’s goal is to ensure that philosophy is not treated as a purely historical subject, but as a practical set of intellectual and emotional tools—ones that help students connect deep thinking to their everyday lives and sense of purpose.
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Teaching Philosophy & Approach

I believe that philosophy is fundamentally a living discipline, designed to help us navigate the complexities of existence with clarity and resilience. While my primary expertise lies in Stoicism, my Ph.D. coursework at Ubiquity University has allowed me to expand my research into Buddhism, Hinduism, and other Eastern philosophies. I find deep value in comparative analysis between East and West, exploring how these diverse traditions often point toward a shared understanding (the Perennial Philosophy) of cosmic order and human flourishing.

Philosophy, for me, is presented as a bridge between the mind and the heart. Because Stoicism serves as the historical and logical root of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I treat philosophical study as a rigorous form of therapy for the body, mind, and soul. I do not merely teach students to analyze texts; I teach them to incorporate these concepts into their own lives. By integrating contemplative practices such as meditation and breathwork, I provide students with somatic tools to ground themselves. This practice helps students to transition from abstract cognitive analysis to a place of embodied presence and emotional stability.

Ultimately, my objective is to ensure that a student’s education is not a fleeting academic exercise but a grounded reality. By mastering the transitions between cognitive analysis and embodied wisdom, I empower my students to bridge the gap between peak intellectual experiences and the practical, everyday demands of a life well lived.

“I do not merely teach students to analyze texts; I teach them to incorporate these concepts into their own lives.”

Teaching Level:
  • High School
Teaching Type:
  • Tutoring
  • Learning Coach
  • Full-Semester Classes
  • Full-Year Classes
  • Partial Year Classes (Mini Courses)
Teaching Subjects:
  • Classics

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Courses that Pedro Carta Teaches

  • History of Philosophy
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