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West Palm Beach, Fl, Us

Teach and tutor students across biological subjects, including Anatomy & Physiology, General Biology, Immunology, MCAT Prep, and Zoology.

Teach online AP Biology, General Biology, and Health courses to high school students. Assess student learning and performance on assignments and exams. Provide constructive feedback to students and administrators regarding course progress. Manage online course logistics.

Arlington, Texas, United States

Taught in-person and online courses in Anatomy & Physiology, Human Physiology, Human Anatomy, Freshman Learning, and Instructional Techniques in Biology. Developed curricula and educational materials and managed labs in all these courses. Redesigned and created courses in Organismal Physiology and Anatomy & Physiology. Mentored undergraduate and graduate students. Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative pedagogies to improve overall educational outcomes and foster student engagement. Lead administrator for common curricula courses. Served on various committees, including hiring, curricula, and faculty senate.

New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States

As a Ph.D. student I carried out research on: (1) Effects of Dihydrotestosterone on Growth and Color Development in Lizards (2) Sex- and Age-Based Seasonal Variation in Ectoparasitism and Effects on Growth in Lizards I also did a side research project on "A New Way to Encourage Biodiversity Discovery and Knowledge".

New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States

Taught General Biology I and II, Behavioral Biology, Invertebrate Zoology, and Vertebrate Zoology labs. Created lecture presentations, assignments, quizzes, and practical exams. Led class experiments and discussions on various ecological and biological topics, scientific documentaries, and scientific writing. Managed course logistics and course websites. Trained and guided new teaching assistants.

San Luis Obispo, California, United States

Taught Animal Diversity, Organismal Physiology, and Human Anatomy & Physiology labs. Created lecture presentations, quizzes, and practical exams. Directed class experiments and dissections. Managed course logistics and course websites. Trained and guided new teaching assistants.

San Luis Obispo, California, United States

As a masters student I carried out research on "Host Choice, Host Health, and Testosterone in Lizard-Tick Host-Parasite Relationships". I also did side research projects on:(1) The Stress Response of Hog Island Boas During the Wet and Dry Seasons(2) Effects of Temperature on Ectoparasite Feeding (3) Effects of host anemia on host choice and feeding rate of larval western black-legged ticks

Syracuse, New York, United States

Provided general care of hospitalized animals, assisted in surgical procedures, x-rays, and various other medical procedures, handled and restrained various animals, from cats and dogs to snakes and ferrets, and performed receptionist duties, such as admitting patients and various types of paper work.

Syracuse, New York, United States

Assisted customers with purchasing clothing and accessories, cleaned and set up the store, responsible for answering the phone and operating cash registers, and taught and led new employees.

Sequoia National Park

Developed and presented educational programs on local biological and ecological topics, such as giant sequoias, life zones, and flora and fauna. Worked with and taught children about the park at the Beetle Rock Education Center. Worked at the desk of Lodgepole Visitor Center and Giant Forest Museum to answer questions about park flora and fauna and assist visitors in planning their trip. Led educational hikes and walks along park trails.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Ecology And Evolutionary Biology

Master Of Science - Ms, Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Environmental Biology