...Additionally my project was selected for 2 conference presentations. I have many other writing experiences in academic, research writing, and college essays. My research journey not only equipped me with research skills but also significantly enhanced my writing skills. (read more)
I hold bachelor's degrees in math and physics from the University of Michigan and a PhD in physics from the University of Oregon. I currently work as a particle physics researcher at a national lab in the Chicago area. I am constantly encountering new math and physics concepts, which helps me to understand the mindset of a student and help teach them most effectively. (read more)
...Precalculus is a puzzle, similar to picking a lock. You just have to know what's the right "key" to use for different types of problems and you are set to go! Also, it is often useful to review a few topics from the past courses in order to ensure success. (read more)
...All of the students had varying levels of knowledge and expertise, and I proudly helped all of them achieve the grades that they were hoping for. Through personalized teaching I believe that working on algebra can be an enjoyable and beneficial experience. As a strong math student in high school my skills carried over into an accounting degree as I am a current accounting professional. (read more)
...In high school, I took precalculus, AP Calc BC (5 with AB subscore 5), AP Stats (5), and discrete math; I scored a 1580 on the SAT with an 800 on math. At UChicago, I've taken Calc II (integration), Calc III (infinite series, improper integrals, multivariable integral calculus), Mathematical Met... (read more)