I am a dedicated educator with a love of learning. I have experience working with students from varying backgrounds and levels ranging from kindergarten to graduate school. I am known for my patience and understanding. My teaching method is to encourage students with hints and guidance guiding them to learn according to their own pace and abilities. I have an undergraduate degree in chemistry from Harvard University and a PhD in organic chemistry from UC San Diego, where I studied natural products synthesis. In addition to my academic credentials, I have many years of real world experience working in the biotechnology sector.

I am an educator, writer, and program builder who believes deeply in the power of steady instruction, strong relationships, and foundational skills to change lives. My path into teaching was shaped by lived experience: I entered adulthood as a student who had struggled with reading and academics, then went on to become a 4.0 graduate and award-winning teacher by learning how transformative the right instruction and persistence can be. Over the past three decades, I have taught in some of the most challenging environmentsrural, under-resourced communities, high-need classrooms, and unfamiliar cultural settingsoften by choice. I have built literacy programs from the ground up, worked one-to-one with struggling learners, and helped students gain not only skills, but confidence and momentum. I am known for a calm, grounded presence, clear communication, and a belief that consistency and care matter just as much as curriculum. Beyond the classroom, my work has included youth program development, outdoor and experiential education, nonprofit collaboration, and extensive writing and communication. Whether teaching reading, mentoring young people, or leading programs, my focus has always been the same: meet people where they are, hold high expectations, and never give up on them. I am motivated by mission-driven work that values integrity, equity, and real impact. I bring experience, reliability, and empathy to everything I doand I believe meaningful change happens through patience, trust, and showing up every day ready to do the work.

I am a recent graduate from Wyoming Catholic College, where I tutored math for two years. My favorite subjects are Algebra and Geometry, and I have experience helping students ranging from kindergarten to college seniors. I help students prepare for exams, as well as maintain their knowledge and grades throughout the year. To ensure student comprehension and enjoyment of the topic, I tailor my teaching style to each individual I help. I look forward to working with you!

I am from Mexico. Spanish is my native language. Until recently, I began living part time in the US and part time in Mexico. I have a Bachelor's degree in Education and a Master's degree in Behavior Modification, both from the University of Mexico (UNAM). Most of my life, I worked in Mexico as a freelance consultant offering workshops to adult audiences on topics related to communications and ethics. For a number of years, I delivered Spanish writing skills workshops for Spanish native speakers, members of the workforce in diverse public institutions in Mexico. A couple of years ago I also taught English to adult Latinamericans.