...I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a PhD in Chemistry. My love for science started in high school when my chemistry teacher sparked the flame that would last. I enjoy playing the guitar, backpacking, and mountain biking. (read more)
...Additionally, I worked with students 1-on-1 who needed more explanation. We covered the basic areas of high school Biology: Cells, Energy Cycle, DNA & Genetics, Evolution, Ecology, and Body Systems. BA in Chem Education29 years of teaching high school chemistry, regular and Honors I just tutored a Chinese student in a whole year, in-depth Geometry class that finished a few weeks ago. (read more)
...Among those topics, I've been particularly drawn to tutoring pre-algebra, algebra I/II, and pre-calculus. I guide students through the problem-solving process using their own logic as much as possible so that they can develop a deeper understanding of the process and confidence in applying those... (read more)
...I've had the opportunity to work extensively with the CPM curriculum at the high school level. My focus has been on Common Core Algebra 1 and 2, as well as Common Core Geometry. Over these years, I've developed a deep understanding of the principles and methodologies behind the Common Core approach. (read more)
...I have a PhD, MS and BS in computer science. I have taken classes on a broad range of topics within CS including programming, databases, operating systems, computer architecture, algorithms, complexity theory, artificial intelligence and quantum computing. In graduate school, I had the opportunity to serve as a TA for CS classes which helped me gain teaching experience. (read more)