Fun Facts
I love hiking, biking, and pretty much anything that keeps me on my feet. When I'm not playing the piano or working on my astrophysics research, you can find me in my backyard with my telescope or hiking Mount Tabor. I also love solving puzzles, reading, gardening, watching classic movies, and practicing yoga. Check out my personal website, http://www.egrace.me :)
About Me
I recently graduated from Reed College with a BA in Physics, and I will be starting my physics PhD in the fall at Georgia Tech. Last summer, I worked on neutrino physics at maryland/columbia">columbia">maryland/columbia">Columbia, and the summer before that, I worked on nanofabrication at UNM. I also worked as a nuclear reactor operator for three years. I'm currently doing part time post-baccalaureate astrophysics research on nebulae. My SAT score was 2290/2400, and I scored above the maximum on the CSQ (similar to IQ).
Experience
This past year, I had the opportunity to atlanta">tutor middle school students in mathematics. I noticed that the teachers would sometimes pass up opportunities to bring in really cool math, like fractals, at an approachable level. Math and physics can be very relatable subjects if you know your audience!
Approach
I love working with students! Since I am a recent college graduate, and have been a student for most of my life, I have the benefit of being able to relate to students at many ages. I have a clear and approachable communication style, even when dealing with complex ideas in quantum mechanics or chaos. I also strongly believe in the ability of women and girls to be successful scientists and mathematicians. :)
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Astronomy Tutoring
I have taken numerous astronomy courses, including one at Cornell as a high schooler. I have taken an astrophysics course at Reed, and my senior thesis was on astrophysics. I also have a personal telescope, which I use for amateur astronomy.
Calculus I Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
Calculus 2 Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
Calculus 3 Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
College Algebra Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
English Tutoring
I scored nearly perfect on my verbal and writing SATs, and I have taken philosophy and humanities courses that further refined my abilities. Although I am primarily a math and physics tutor, I'm confident in my literary abilities as well.
Math Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
Math Advance Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
Physics Advance Tutoring
I completed courses in Nonlinear Dynamics (also known as Chaos), Quantum Mechanics I & II, Electrodynamics I & II, Astrophysics, Scientific Computation (i.e., programming methods for physics), Classical Mechanics, Advanced Physics Laboratory I & II, Optics, and Thermal Physics. I also have held jobs in particle physics and engineering.
Physics I Tutoring
I completed courses in Nonlinear Dynamics (also known as Chaos), Quantum Mechanics I & II, Electrodynamics I & II, Astrophysics, Scientific Computation (i.e., programming methods for physics), Classical Mechanics, Advanced Physics Laboratory I & II, Optics, and Thermal Physics. I also have held jobs in particle physics and engineering.
Physics II Tutoring
I completed courses in Nonlinear Dynamics (also known as Chaos), Quantum Mechanics I & II, Electrodynamics I & II, Astrophysics, Scientific Computation (i.e., programming methods for physics), Classical Mechanics, Advanced Physics Laboratory I & II, Optics, and Thermal Physics. I also have held jobs in particle physics and engineering.
Pre Calculus Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
Reading Comprehension Tutoring
I scored nearly perfect on my verbal and writing SATs, and I have taken philosophy and humanities courses that further refined my abilities. Although I am primarily a math and physics tutor, I'm confident in my literary abilities as well.
Study Skills Tutoring
Due to the high work load that I took as a physics undergraduate at Reed College, I am well prepared to assist with time management and homework skills. I also have conquered intense test anxiety and can offer help to those seeking to overcome it.
Writing Tutoring
I scored nearly perfect on my verbal and writing SATs, and I have taken philosophy and humanities courses that further refined my abilities. Although I am primarily a math and physics tutor, I'm confident in my literary abilities as well.
Writing Advance Tutoring
I scored nearly perfect on my verbal and writing SATs, and I have taken philosophy and humanities courses that further refined my abilities. Although I am primarily a math and physics tutor, I'm confident in my literary abilities as well.
Algebra Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
Algebra II Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
AP Physics Tutoring
I got a 5 on the AP physics exam. In college, I completed courses in Nonlinear Dynamics (also known as Chaos), Quantum Mechanics I & II, Electrodynamics I & II, Astrophysics, Scientific Computation (i.e., programming methods for physics), Classical Mechanics, Advanced Physics Laboratory I & II, Optics, and Thermal Physics. I also have held jobs in particle physics and engineering.
Calculus Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
Calculus AP Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes. I got a 4 on the AP Calculus exam.
Physics Tutoring
I completed courses in Nonlinear Dynamics (also known as Chaos), Quantum Mechanics I & II, Electrodynamics I & II, Astrophysics, Scientific Computation (i.e., programming methods for physics), Classical Mechanics, Advanced Physics Laboratory I & II, Optics, and Thermal Physics. I also have held jobs in particle physics and engineering.
Pre Algebra Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
SAT Math Tutoring
I got a 700 (93rd percentile) on the SAT math portion. I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
SAT Verbal/Writing Tutoring
I got a 790 on the verbal and an 800 on the writing portion of the SAT.
Trigonometry Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
Homework Coach Tutoring
Due to the high work load that I took as a physics undergraduate at Reed College, I am well prepared to assist with time management and homework skills.
Middle School Math Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
Music Theory Tutoring
I have been playing the piano for 18 years. I've placed in numerous national and international competitions and studied with respected instructors for 16 years, including one from the Moscow Conservatory. I completed seven levels of theory with MSMTA; level 7 covers harmonic analysis up to secondary dominant and modulation, building chords and intervals, ear training, rhythmic and melodic dictation, and music history.
Science Tutoring
I completed courses in Nonlinear Dynamics (also known as Chaos), Quantum Mechanics I & II, Electrodynamics I & II, Astrophysics, Scientific Computation (i.e., programming methods for physics), Classical Mechanics, Advanced Physics Laboratory I & II, Optics, and Thermal Physics. I also have held jobs in particle physics and engineering.
Elementary Math Tutoring
I have completed math classes in calculus, multivariable calculus, and linear algebra, and working knowledge of differential equations and three different forms of statistical mechanics is assumed for most physics classes.
PSAT Tutoring
I performed well on the PSAT without having studied or prepared for it, and I qualified for the National Merit Scholarship program. Unfortunately I do not remember my score, but I got a 2290/2400 on the SAT.
SSAT Tutoring
I performed well on the SSAT without having studied or prepared for it. Unfortunately I don't remember my score, but I got a 2290/2400 on the SAT.
Piano Tutoring
I have been playing the piano for 18 years. I've placed in numerous national and international competitions and studied with respected instructors for 16 years, including one from the Moscow Conservatory.
Computer Programming Tutoring
I have most of my computer programming experience in IDL, or Interactive Data Language. The syntax includes many constructs from Fortran and some from C. I used IDL for a full year to complete analyses on star-forming nebulae in a nearby spiral galaxy. I also have some experience with Python and Perl.
Mathematica Tutoring
I've been working with Mathematica for three years. I took a course entirely in Mathematica called Scientific Computing. My final project was a simulation of the quantum mechanics and electrodynamics of two particles interacting in a finite 1-dimensional potential well. I realized the problem was equivalent to one particle in a two-dimensional well. I used Crank-Nicholson methods to break down the two-dimensional Schrodinger equation into a workable solution. My project report is available on request. I also learned about a wide variety of other methods.
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