My journey into STEM and education is far from standard, and that non-traditional path is precisely what shapes my approach to teaching and mentorship. Before transitioning into computational sciences and electronics, I spent five years as a Sous Chef directing daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks, and resolving high-pressure conflicts across a team of 15 culinary professionals. That environment taught me clear communication, adaptability, and how to lead diverse teams through complex...
My journey into STEM and education is far from standard, and that non-traditional path is precisely what shapes my approach to teaching and mentorship. Before transitioning into computational sciences and electronics, I spent five years as a Sous Chef directing daily kitchen operations, delegating tasks, and resolving high-pressure conflicts across a team of 15 culinary professionals. That environment taught me clear communication, adaptability, and how to lead diverse teams through complex challenges. I carried those foundational leadership skills directly into my academic pursuits, earning an Associate of Applied Science in Electronic Studies at Thomas Edison State University and continuing my education in Natural and Computational Sciences at Rutgers University. Beyond my technical background in programming, chemistry, and circuit analysis, I bring four years of direct instructional and leadership experience as a Student Mentor at Passaic County Community College. In this role, I led classrooms of 15 to 25 students, assisted educators with lesson execution, and guided high school students through the critical transition into college and vocational tracks. Complementing my classroom experience, I have led technical projects within NASA programs—such as serving as a Power Management Specialist for a rover design team in the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars program and formulating proposals in the NASA L'Space Program. Whether breaking down AC/DC circuitry, Python and C++ coding concepts, or introductory chemistry, my goal as a tutor is to foster problem-solving confidence. Because I have navigated non-traditional pathways myself, I excel at meeting students where they are, tailoring concepts to their individual learning styles, and equipping them with both the technical skills and discipline needed to succeed.
