USC Viterbi Graduate with 3+ Years of Teaching Experience

Daria R.

I hold a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Southern California, where I also worked as a Teaching Assistant from January 2023 to December 2024. During this time, I developed and led instructional sessions for undergraduate and graduate-level courses including Linear Algebra, Calculus I, and Probability. My responsibilities included delivering weekly discussions to classes of up to 70 students, designing laboratory exercises, and providing one-on-one academic counseling. I also graded assignments and exams, offering timely and constructive feedback to help students master challenging material. These experiences refined my ability to communicate complex mathematical concepts clearly and adapt my teaching approach to diverse learning styles.
Before USC, I taught advanced mathematics and physics to high school students remotely at the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology. Over a year-long period, I designed customized lesson plans and labs to increase engagement and raised student exam performance by an average of 10%. I also conducted feedback sessions that helped students reflect on their progress and adjust their study strategies. My teaching is informed by a strong academic foundation. I hold dual master’s degrees in Data Science and Applied Mathematics & Physics, along with a bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics & Physics. My interdisciplinary training equips me to connect mathematical theory with real-world applications in physics, computer science, and engineering.
Across both one-on-one and classroom settings, I’ve supported students ranging from high school through graduate level. I take a student-centered approach that emphasizes problem-solving, deep understanding, and confidence-building. My tutoring is further enriched by hands-on research in deep learning and signal processing, which enables me to bring real-world examples into academic instruction.