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New York City Metropolitan Area

Queens, New York, United States

• Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses• Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills• Taught students remotely via pre-recorded and live video sessions• Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure• Stressed importance of good study habits by encouraging students to create personalized study plans• Assessed students'… Show more • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills and correct weaknesses• Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills• Taught students remotely via pre-recorded and live video sessions• Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure• Stressed importance of good study habits by encouraging students to create personalized study plans• Assessed students' progress throughout tutoring sessions• Drilled students on subject matter and used flashcards and writing techniques to improve recall• Designed engaging lessons, using art and visual aids to enhance learning process• Integrated technology into sessions to further enhance student learning• Helped students prepare for routine and standardized tests and college entrance exams. Show less

New York, New York, United States

• Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and New York's core educational standards• Led science projects and analyzed student data to improve lesson planning• Assessed student knowledge in physical applications of algebra and geometry and trigonometry• Implemented different technologies such as PhET Simulations and Pivot Interactive to engage students in class instruction• Tutored students in need of extra attention• Utilized curriculum… Show more • Planned, developed and executed lessons reflecting high school curriculum and New York's core educational standards• Led science projects and analyzed student data to improve lesson planning• Assessed student knowledge in physical applications of algebra and geometry and trigonometry• Implemented different technologies such as PhET Simulations and Pivot Interactive to engage students in class instruction• Tutored students in need of extra attention• Utilized curriculum which reflected diverse educational, cultural and linguistic background of student body• Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Instructed junior team members on protocols and procedures of each station to maximize contributions.• Operated register to process electronic and cash payments• Participated in cross-functional team-building activities• Created appealing displays for routine arrangements and special promotions• Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals• Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers

Washington Dc

• Constructed weekly reports and managed the study hall• Signed out textbooks and followed up with students who missed their deadlines• Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors• Managed inventory, placed orders and handled payment for office supplies

Greenbelt, Md

• Assisted Dr Aki Roberge, lead on planetary studies, with an experimental idea for a miniature planet-detecting satellite.• Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.• Generated data models, performed mathematical analysis and helped produce reports outlining results.• Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research into planet detection and transit… Show more • Assisted Dr Aki Roberge, lead on planetary studies, with an experimental idea for a miniature planet-detecting satellite.• Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.• Generated data models, performed mathematical analysis and helped produce reports outlining results.• Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research into planet detection and transit photometry.• Cataloged data and research into word, and excel databases.• Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.• Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.• Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding. Show less

Master Of Science - Ms, Education

Activities and Societies: • Member of NYC Teaching Fellows • Member of NYC Men Teach • Graduate course about teaching physical science.

Bachelor’S Degree, Physics And Astronomy

Activities and Societies: • Member of National Society of Black Physicists • Undergraduate course focused on Astrophysics and mathematics.