...Although I absolutely loved learning about the brain, I discovered that the particular kind of research I was involved in was not a good fit for me. I finally found data science, and learned data analysis through an online course, and having been working as a consultant or in government since. ... (read more)
...I earned my undergraduate degree from Edinboro University of PA and my master’s from Indiana University of PA. Both of my degrees are in Secondary Education - Mathematics. I have a current teaching certification in secondary education mathematics, which is grades 7-12. (read more)
...As a tutor, I obviously want to improve grades and test scores. However, my teaching philosophy revolves around discovery and questions. Encouraging students to find the answer themselves develops a problem-solving mindset and deeper understanding of the material. (read more)
...In addition to completing the course material above, I have also tutored two peers for semester-long periods in physics and calculus to help them prepare for AP tests that they felt underqualified for. Both students received a 4 or higher on their tests. These were one-on-one, in-person, unpaid tutoring jobs that occurred on a weekly basis for four months or more. (read more)
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