As a first-year student in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at New York University, I’ve built a strong foundation in math and science through both coursework and exam performance. I earned top scores on AP Chemistry and AP Biology (both 5s) as well as a 4 on AP Calculus, and I scored a 1490 on the SAT, with a 790 in Math. In addition, I am fluent in both English and Chinese, which allows me to connect with a wider range of students and explain concepts in whichever language feels most...
As a first-year student in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at New York University, I’ve built a strong foundation in math and science through both coursework and exam performance. I earned top scores on AP Chemistry and AP Biology (both 5s) as well as a 4 on AP Calculus, and I scored a 1490 on the SAT, with a 790 in Math. In addition, I am fluent in both English and Chinese, which allows me to connect with a wider range of students and explain concepts in whichever language feels most natural to them.
Over the past year, I’ve tutored two rising juniors AP chemistry and a rising sophomore AP Precalculus. One of the first obstacles I encountered when I first started tutoring AP Chemistry was that my student was too reliant on brute memorization. This worked for simple recall, but not when concepts were tested in different contexts. To address this, I made a point of connecting abstract ideas to intuitive, everyday examples: using water’s surface tension to illustrate hydrogen bonding or showing how electroplating prevents rust on keychains. This approach helped my student move past rote memorization and develop true understanding.
I enjoy seeing students grow more confident as they learn to think critically, and I look forward to bringing the same energy and commitment to helping future students succeed.
