Hello! I’m Fedja, and I attended high school in Florida. After that, I moved to Northern California to attend Stanford University where I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Physics, with a special concentration in Astrophysics, adding a cosmic flair to my academic journey.

I then moved again, this time to College Station, Texas where my journey continued at Texas A&M University. At TAMU, I earned my PhD (Physics) in the fascinating world of Single-Electron Resolution Phonon-Mediated Detectors: Progress and Applications.

Upon completing my PhD, I returned to Palo Alto in 2020, venturing into academia and earning my stripes as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Stanford University.

Teaching has been my passion for over a decade, including seven years as a Teaching Assistant at Texas A&M. From pre-K all the way to adult-level learning, I’ve had the privilege of sharing knowledge with and being challenged by my intellectually curious students in many settings.

Recently, I had the pleasure of serving as a Lecturer in Physics at Stanford University. My expertise spans a wide array of subjects, including Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics, Programming (I’m your go-to person for Python and over fifteen other programming languages), Chemistry, Biology, Digital SAT/ACT (full exam), and Languages (English, Spanish, German, and Bosnian).

If you have any questions about these subjects please contact our office to set up a time to meet with me—I’m here to lend a hand!

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Well, folks, let me introduce myself – I’m Jennifer. Picture this: I’m a rocket scientist turned educator. Yup, you heard that right! I kicked off my journey with an undergrad degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton University, then decided to crank up the nerd factor with a Master’s degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Stanford University.

Before diving headfirst into academia, I spent some quality time at the NASA Ames Research Center, geeking out over research projects that were out of this world – literally. But eventually, I figured it was time to share my brainpower with the next generation.

Fast forward 15 years, and here I am, still going strong in the high school academic scene. Math? You betcha. Digital SAT Math and CRW, ACT Math/Science/Reading/Writing, AP Calculus, AP Statistics – you name it, I’ve probably taught it. And let’s not forget about my science chops – AP Physics, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Engineering – I’ve got those covered too. Oh, and throw in some AP English, AP History, and AP Economics for good measure.

But hey, my real talent? It’s not just about knowing my stuff; it’s about getting in the trenches with my students and helping them conquer their academic mountains. Whether it’s cracking jokes about quadratic equations or finding the perfect analogy to explain photosynthesis, I’m all about that personalized approach.

So, if you’re ready to blast off into the world of education with a sprinkle of humor and a whole lot of expertise, buckle up – because with me, the sky’s not the limit, it’s just the beginning.

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‘Ello, ‘ello, hola! Ciao and bonjour! (Sorry, I don’t actually know Italian and French, but I needed to complete the line. It’s a Pokémon reference.) My name is Kelly, and I’m an all-around wordsmith, providing support in all areas of English, from high school and college-level English and writing to the Reading and Writing sections of the ACT and SAT. I also work with Insight’s Counseling Team as an Essay Specialist, helping YOU stand out to the colleges on your list—and potentially get some scholarship money, if that is something you wish to apply for. I received a B.A. (Bachelor’s of Arts) in English Language & Literature from Smith College, where I made Dean’s List and won two (cash-prize) essay awards. That wasn’t enough for me, though, because the VERY NEXT thing I did was go to graduate school, specifically Harvard Graduate School of Education, to earn an M.Ed. (Master’s of Education), with a specialty in Human Development and Education and the Higher Education sector. Yes, indeed, I am That Person ™ who really likes school—so much that I decided I want to work in schools! Most recently, I taught an intro-level general education writing course, ENGL 1007 Seminar in Multimodal Composition and Academic Writing, at the University of Connecticut, so I am intimately familiar with the trials, tribulations, but also triumphs of the first year of college (which are quite similar no matter where you go), as well as the kinds of things that makes professors tic.

Not enough words to describe who I am? Now you’re speaking my language!

Beyond the various letters after my name, I am a gamer. (Could you tell?) I grew up with only Nintendo Consoles (hence the many Pokémon references), but I’m expanding out to include Steam in my repertoire as well. I enjoy RPGs (Yay for words!) and roguelites (RogueLITE and not rogueLIKE, but I need some level of progression in return for the hours I sink in). I also (unsurprisingly, perhaps) like to write. I’ve actually published a young-adult novel, called All Ways. Lastly, I’m passionate about disability culture, history, and advocacy. How passionate? I created a public-facing website about the differences between the K12 and higher education system for students with disabilities on my own time.

While I live, I want to shine. (Believe it or not, another Pokémon quote!) The way I have chosen to do that in my life is to help others tap into their brilliance as well, so we can twinkle both as individual stars and band together in the sky of history as constellations. (No, I will not apologize for using metaphors.) If you would prefer a simile, my advising style is to be like a co-pilot: I might have a map of the area, but you are the one who picks the destination and knows the vehicle best. We work together. As I said before, I will not apologize for using metaphors, and if you’ve heard this one before, it’s for a good reason: Life is a marathon, not a sprint. We are best able to maintain our stamina (and our equally-vital sense of curiosity) when we communicate and BOTH make agreements.

I will leave you with this last nugget of wisdom: “It is what you do with the gift of life [and education] that determines who you are.” (A third Pokémon quote to end this off—this time, an oldie but goodie! If you don’t already know about the Rule of Threes, we’ll talk about it. :P)

Hey! I’m Nyan, your friendly academic and SAT tutor who’s here to make learning fun and effective. I graduated from UCLA with a degree in Cognitive Science, where I got to explore how we think and learn. With over five years of tutoring experience, I’ve helped students boost their scores by an average of 20%. Whether you’re struggling with math, need help acing that next history test, or want to nail the SAT/ACT, I’ve got you covered. My goal? To help you achieve yours while making the process as enjoyable as possible!