...I'm a FAANG Software Engineer with a CS Master's from Tufts. I am proficient in a variety of languages, such as Java, C++, C, Python, React, HTML, and CSS. Having graduated with a Bachelor's in Psychology and Neuroscience, I’m familiar with how coding and Intro Computer Science can feel like a mental paradigm shift. (read more)
...I also have both academic and industry experience in data science/data engineering. In high school, I taught math (algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, calculus, statistics), biology, social studies, and test prep (both SAT and ACT) to middle and high school students. I received a 36/780 on the English section and a 35/790 on the math section of the ACT/SAT, respectively. (read more)
...I also care very deeply that families of students, especially those with learning differences, fully understand them and also learn tools to help support and advocate for their kids. When students and their whole teams learn how they learn best, then they realize there is no educational barrier ... (read more)
...Having ADD myself, I have experienced learning difficulties in a variety of subjects as a child and have overcome them over time. With that strong perspective in mind, I'm happy to be of great service to such folks. I am multilingual and have taught students of similar backgrounds in a number of programs--No Child Left Behind (federal), state, and local. (read more)
...I ensured my sessions were supportive, collaborative, and efficient in nature. I used real-life examples, metacognitive strategies, and peer-peer cooperation to enhance comprehension. I employ many of the same strategies in one-on-one sessions, however as I described above, I have learned that tutoring should be individualized as much as possible for the best results. (read more)