Graduate Psychology & Statistics Coach

Jake S.

Hi there, my name is Jake. I earned my Bachelor’s in Psychological Science from Cal State San Marcos, graduating with a 4.0. I am currently a Master’s student in Psychology, preparing to apply to Ph.D. programs in clinical psychology.

As a grad student, I wear many hats—conducting research, reading and writing, sitting on committees, presenting my research at conferences, and more. Yet, of all my responsibilities, the most fulfilling are those that involve teaching, mentoring, and tutoring other students who need help on their academic journeys. This passion for helping others is rooted in the many amazing mentors and teachers who have helped me along my own journey. Without their guidance in my times of uncertainty and confusion, I would not be the confident graduate student that I am today.

My passion for teaching and mentoring manifests in many ways. I work as a tutor in our campus’ Psychology Academic Resource Lab, a position I was hand-picked for based on my performance in advanced statistics, writing, and research methods. Here, I provide undergraduate students guidance on writing, statistics, and tricky APA-style questions. I am also a breakout instructor for a class of ~ 20 Psych 100 students, where I curate lesson plans and host a weekly lecture. Finally, I work in our campus’s Office of Graduate Students and Research, where I host weekly lectures on the benefits of graduate school.

Altogether, I am a passionate student and an even more passionate teacher. If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to reach out!