...During my time in New Orleans, I volunteered at a nonprofit after-school program where I helped children complete homework and strengthen their executive functioning skills. Although I loved my time in New Orleans, I decided to move back to Atlanta, where I served as a teaching assistant at a pr... (read more)
...I took 10 hours of botany classes in college in addition to classes centered on cell biology and genetics. Using this experience, I was invited to intern at the New York Botanical Gardens as a research assistant. I worked with DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis to understand the genetic makeup of plants and their evolutionary trends. (read more)
...Treatment of this condition, which commonly includes medication (typically stimulants) remains controversial given that the condition is principally identified by observed behavior, rather than being a medical condition. Because of the behavioral basis for identifying ADD/ADHD, "treatment" is mo... (read more)
...While my background is in history, I’ve found myself teaching English. I truly enjoy teaching English because I believe that reading and writing provide students with ample opportunities to express themselves and become better citizens of the world. I always aim to help students become the best communicators they can be. (read more)
...I started tutoring students when I was in middle school by working with ESL first-graders in order to improve their reading scores. I got matched with a little Brazilian girl, with whom I could speak in both English and Portuguese and help address her issues in understanding the passages. In high school, I joined another after-school tutoring program with ESL students. (read more)