1. What do you do?
I teach mathematics in Washington, D.C., using data and quantitative thinking to help students understand not just how to solve problems, but why the mathematics matters.
2. What’s the coolest part of your job?
The moment a student who once said, “I’m not good at math,” realizes they actually can do it. Watching that change in confidence is incredibly rewarding.
3. Why are you passionate about it?
I’ve taught students in both Asia and the United States, and those experiences showed me that mathematics can be a common language across cultures. That’s what keeps education interesting to me.
4. Which skills from your IAC degree have helped you be successful in this career?
Georgia Tech taught me to think with evidence. Economics, statistics, and quantitative analysis trained me to look for patterns, question assumptions, and make decisions based on data — skills I now use in education.
5. What’s your #1 tip for students and alumni interested in your field?
Don’t limit yourself to the career printed on your degree. My background in economics and quantitative analysis eventually led me to mathematics education. The skills you develop can take you somewhere you never expected.
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