My name is Benjamin Herschman, and I am pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Data Science at the University of Chicago. My coursework provides me with a rigorous foundational background in advanced mathematics, statistics, and quantitative analytics. This passion for mathematics has been a central pillar of my academic journey; during high school, I served as the Competitions Chair for the Math Honor Society and achieved a 770 on the math section of the SAT....
My name is Benjamin Herschman, and I am pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Data Science at the University of Chicago. My coursework provides me with a rigorous foundational background in advanced mathematics, statistics, and quantitative analytics. This passion for mathematics has been a central pillar of my academic journey; during high school, I served as the Competitions Chair for the Math Honor Society and achieved a 770 on the math section of the SAT. My background equips me with the technical mastery required to effectively guide students through complex STEM material. Beyond my education, I have over two years of teaching, tutoring, and mentoring experience. From October 2022 to February 2025, I worked as a Math Instructor at Mathnasium, where I directly instructed over 100 students of various ages and skill levels. In this role, I managed groups of four students simultaneously, tailoring my approach to meet each individual's unique academic needs across a curriculum that ranged from fundamental algebra to high-level Calculus AB. Additionally, my background as a peer mentor for NASA's STEM Enhancements program gave me deeper experience collaborating with students on research data and technical workflows. Throughout my years of teaching, I have developed an adaptive, student-centered methodology. I believe that mathematics is best learned through active problem-solving and confidence-building. Whether managing a small group or breaking a concept down one-on-one, I focus on adapting my pacing to the student's age and current understanding. For instance, when guiding a student through complex Calculus AB material, I focus on breaking down abstract formulas into intuitive, step-by-step visual components—a method that successfully helped my previous students achieve a measurable five percent increase in their exam scores.
