Degrees

B.S. of Computer Science from George Mason University, 2015.
Master of Education, Concentration in Secondary Mathematics from George Mason University, 2020.

Professional Background

This is my 5th year teaching at OLGC. I started as the technology teacher, then took on 3rd and 4th grade advanced math classes during peak COVID years, then moved to middle school math. I like being able to do something new each year, so as to grow alongside my students.

I used to be a software engineer, so (I like to think) I understand how my degree is used in the industry. Thanks to that experience, I get a teaching style that focuses on what's new in the world, the origins behind what we already do, and practical applications.

Faith in Action

Growing up, I loved how I had the chance to develop skills that let me pick my own path in life - in my case, becoming an engineer and then a teacher. I want my students to feel as empowered.

Favorite Teaching Moment

There is a lot of brainstorming that goes into stretching my math and tech classes in "labs." For some examples: (you made this a short entry on Forms, so these should be bulleted): - Pre-Algebra students estimated the height of the school by utilizing their height, their shadow length, and the school's shadow length in a ratio. - Geometry students graphed piecewise functions to model a 3-D printed object. - Technology students wired, programmed, and constructed robots controlled by Arduino microcontrollers.

Favorite Food

Give me anything fishy, soupy, or spicy.

Favorite Activity Outside of School

Outside of school, I enjoy cooking, exercising, playing strategy games, and snuggling with Pepper, my dog.

Fun Fact About Me

I take boxing classes, study Chinese, and follow competitive Super Smash Bros.