...I am experienced in working with adult students in all math topics covered on the GED, and also in test preparation. I trained in test preparation for the high school student with Summit Educational Group in Newton, MA and am now able to use their strategies (although not their materials) to hel... (read more)
...This class had over 500 students! Biology is my passion. I am well-versed in human genetics; my senior thesis is titled “Work Toward A Minimally Invasive Diagnosis of Hereditary Fructose Intolerance in the North American Population.”I completed two years of graduate work at the Scripps Research institute where I studied cancer biology, immunology, and glycobiology– the science of sugars! (read more)
...While I was there, my favorite experience was working as a teaching assistant. I won the top teaching award in my first year, and I decided then that I wanted to pursue a career in education. I went on to teach high school chemistry at all levels (introductory, honors, and Advanced Placement) for the next seven years at one of the big eight private boarding schools in New England. (read more)
...I was a student in Edgemont Schools and graduated from the Masters School in Dobbs Ferry. I am very familiar with the New York State Social Studies Framework and I am specifically proficient in 7th and 8th grade Social Studies content and curriculum. I believe that teaching should be an open di... (read more)
8 Subjects: includingReading,Writing,Social Studies,American History
...At Bowdoin, I am involved in the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Research Fellowship, Bowdoin Science Scholars, and the Mckeen Center for the Common Good. I also work as the Access and Outreach Coordinator for the admissions office. I enjoy sharing knowledge with high school students and helping them create a strong profile to get into some of the best schools in the nation. (read more)