Ian Gordon Email & Phone Number

New York, United States

As a Computer Science Instructor at Juni Learning, I have the privilege of teaching online coding and data science classes to middle and high school students. The curriculum ranges from graphic design to machine learning, data structures, and algorithms.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Guiding Individual Excellence: Conducting weekly private 1:1 lessons using Juni Learning's curriculum, tailored to each student's pace and needs.• Tracking Progress, Fostering… Show more As a Computer Science Instructor at Juni Learning, I have the privilege of teaching online coding and data science classes to middle and high school students. The curriculum ranges from graphic design to machine learning, data structures, and algorithms.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Guiding Individual Excellence: Conducting weekly private 1:1 lessons using Juni Learning's curriculum, tailored to each student's pace and needs.• Tracking Progress, Fostering Growth: Maintain accurate records of student progress, providing constructive feedback after each lesson to empower continuous improvement.• Creating Engaging Virtual Classrooms: Foster interactive and respectful digital learning environments, encouraging active participation and ownership of learning journeys.• Flexible Scheduling for Optimal Learning: Adapt course content and schedules to accommodate diverse student needs, ensuring a consistent and stable learning experience.• Mastery Across Key Topics: Proficient in graphics in Python and Java, object-oriented programming, graphs and trees, search algorithms, and unsupervised and supervised learning algorithms. Show less

Providence, Rhode Island, United States

At the Singh Lab under Brown University's Center for Computational Molecular Biology, I worked on creating new methods for classifying DNA A/B compartments. The primary objective was to develop a more efficient approach for predicting DNA activation without relying on costly HiC interaction matrices.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Innovative Methodology: Contributed to the development of a method for predicting DNA A/B compartments based on histone marker data… Show more At the Singh Lab under Brown University's Center for Computational Molecular Biology, I worked on creating new methods for classifying DNA A/B compartments. The primary objective was to develop a more efficient approach for predicting DNA activation without relying on costly HiC interaction matrices.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Innovative Methodology: Contributed to the development of a method for predicting DNA A/B compartments based on histone marker data, eliminating the need for HiC interaction matrices, which are resource-intensive and computationally expensive.• Data Procurement and Cleaning: Led data procurement and cleaning efforts, ensuring the integrity and quality of datasets used in the project. Handled imputed histone marker data and lab data, addressing missing regional data.• Performance Testing: Conducted rigorous testing of prototype machine-learning models to assess their performance in predicting DNA activation, providing valuable insights into model accuracy and robustness.• Codebase Optimization: Implemented optimizations in the project's codebase, resulting in a 200-fold reduction in training time for machine learning models, significantly enhancing the project's efficiency and scalability.• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in Python, Bash scripting, PyTorch, Pandas, and Scikit-learn to facilitate data analysis and model development.• Cluster Computing: Operated experiments on a remote computer cluster, managing computational resources efficiently and applying batching techniques to optimize model training and experimentation. Show less

Providence, Rhode Island Area

In my role as a Teaching Assistant for Brown University's Machine Learning course (CSCI1420), I empowered students to delve into statistical machine learning. This course explored the theory and practice of machine learning, focusing on computational methodologies for supervised and unsupervised learning, along with ethical implications. Topics included empirical risk minimization, kernel methods, neural networks, maximum likelihood estimation, and principal component analysis.Key… Show more In my role as a Teaching Assistant for Brown University's Machine Learning course (CSCI1420), I empowered students to delve into statistical machine learning. This course explored the theory and practice of machine learning, focusing on computational methodologies for supervised and unsupervised learning, along with ethical implications. Topics included empirical risk minimization, kernel methods, neural networks, maximum likelihood estimation, and principal component analysis.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Ethical Integration: Incorporated ethical considerations related to machine learning in course discussions and assignments, promoting critical analysis of real-world implications.• Inclusive Instruction: Adapted course materials to accommodate students with diverse prerequisites, fostering engagement and facilitating peer collaborations to enhance understanding.• Engaging Student Interaction: Conducted weekly office hours to provide in-depth explanations and assist with practical implementation. Utilized in-class questions and polls to stimulate active participation and reinforce course content.• Assessment and Guidance: Evaluated and graded weekly assignments, including mathematical proofs and coding challenges, offering constructive feedback to guide students' learning.• Facilitation of Interactive Learning: Managed the class forum and organized Q&A sessions via EdStem, creating an interactive and collaborative community.• Bridging Theory and Practice: Ensured alignment of teaching efforts with course objectives, guiding students to effectively apply machine learning concepts to practical applications. Show less

Pembroke, Maine, United States

As a co-founder and technology developer at ReneCycle, I helped lead our startup's mission to reform campus transportation by upcycling abandoned bicycles into wireless-controlled bike fleets. My responsibilities spanned both administrative planning and hands-on technology development, contributing to our startup's success.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Wireless Bike Lock Technology: Spearheaded the development of our in-house wireless bike lock technology, a… Show more As a co-founder and technology developer at ReneCycle, I helped lead our startup's mission to reform campus transportation by upcycling abandoned bicycles into wireless-controlled bike fleets. My responsibilities spanned both administrative planning and hands-on technology development, contributing to our startup's success.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Wireless Bike Lock Technology: Spearheaded the development of our in-house wireless bike lock technology, a fundamental component of our bike fleet management system, enabling students to remotely control bike locks via a dedicated app for convenient bike "check-out" and seamless returns.• Prototyping and Iteration: Leveraged CAD design to prototype numerous iterations of the wireless bike lock system, aiming for the ideal balance between cost-effectiveness, ease of maintenance, user-friendliness, and robust security.• Startup Leadership: Actively participated in the strategic planning and execution of ReneCycle's operations, covering business development, marketing, logistics, and financial management.• Team Collaboration: Fostered collaborative relationships within our team, ensuring effective communication and alignment of our goals, and navigating the challenges and opportunities of our startup journey together.• Awards: ReneCycle's innovative approach to campus transportation earned us first place in both the Penn Venture Competition and the Columbia Venture Competition. Show less

Deerfield, Massachusetts, United States

In my combined role as a Proctor and Teaching Assistant at the Experimentory summer program, I oversaw middle school students while also assisting in an architectural sketching class.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Leadership and Group Management: Led and managed large groups of middle school students, fostering a positive and engaging environment. Designed and facilitated group and classroom activities to promote teamwork, creativity, and personal growth among… Show more In my combined role as a Proctor and Teaching Assistant at the Experimentory summer program, I oversaw middle school students while also assisting in an architectural sketching class.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Leadership and Group Management: Led and managed large groups of middle school students, fostering a positive and engaging environment. Designed and facilitated group and classroom activities to promote teamwork, creativity, and personal growth among students.• Educational Enhancement: Organized and supervised educational field trips to enrich students' experiences and broaden their horizons. Assisted in refining students' architectural sketching skills, providing guidance, and modeling proper techniques.• Conflict Resolution and Team Collaboration: Addressed and resolved disputes or issues among students, maintaining a harmonious program atmosphere. Maintained open communication and collaboration with fellow proctors and instructors to ensure a cohesive and well-organized program.• Classroom and Curriculum Management: Organized class materials, maintained a conducive learning environment, and collaborated with the lead instructor to develop and deliver engaging architectural sketching lessons, enhancing students' understanding of the subject. Show less

Deerfield, Massachusetts, United States

In my multifaceted role as a Program Proctor at the Experimentory summer program, I combined program management and social media responsibilities to create a holistic and enriching experience for middle school students.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Leadership and Group Management: Led and managed large groups of middle school students, fostering a welcoming and engaging environment. Designed and facilitated group activities that encouraged teamwork, creativity, and… Show more In my multifaceted role as a Program Proctor at the Experimentory summer program, I combined program management and social media responsibilities to create a holistic and enriching experience for middle school students.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Leadership and Group Management: Led and managed large groups of middle school students, fostering a welcoming and engaging environment. Designed and facilitated group activities that encouraged teamwork, creativity, and personal growth.• Educational Enhancement: Organized and supervised educational field trips, providing students with enriching experiences and broadening their horizons. Actively participated in various program classes, gaining insights to craft engaging and informative blog posts about current events and student experiences.• Conflict Resolution and Team Collaboration: Addressed and resolved disputes or issues among students, maintaining a harmonious program atmosphere. Maintained open communication and collaboration with fellow proctors to ensure a cohesive and well-organized program.• Digital Engagement and Content Creation: Captured valuable moments of student activities, creating a visual record of their experiences and growth. Authored engaging blog posts detailing program highlights, student achievements, and enriching experiences. Curated and posted captivating content across social media platforms, effectively promoting the program's mission and activities. Show less

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Science

Activities and Societies: Research at the Center for Computational Molecular Biology, Teaching Assistant for Machine Learning, Ultimate.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Mathematics

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Ultimate Frisbee, Cross Country, Swim Team, Classics Club, Robotics, Debate