Resumé

Resumé

👨🏻‍🏫 Teaching Experience
Freelance Tutor
January 2018 – Present
San Francisco, CA / Online
One-on-one tutoring for math, physics, and computer science
C.H.A.T. Docent, Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco
September 2025 – Present
San Francisco, CA
Social justice–focused tours of the living history of Chinatown
As a tour guide for the Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco, I lead groups of students and adults of all ages on the Chinatown History and Art Tour (C.H.A.T.) in San Francisco Chinatown! In collaboration with the docent team, we interlace themes of solidarity and intersectionality into discussions of Chinatown’s rich artistry and complex history, iterating upon curricula in order to best connect with students’ educational goals.
Mathematics Teacher, George Washington High School
August 2024 – June 2025
San Francisco, CA
Geometry and Algebra 2 teacher in SFUSD
As a math teacher at George Washington High School, I utilized research‑based practices for complex instruction and social‑emotional learning to deliver instruction to 155 students. I adapted district mathematics curricula aligned to state and national standards for Common Core Geometry and Algebra 2 and synchronized with a special education co‑teacher to provide accommodations for students with learning differences.
Mathematics Teacher, San Francisco International High School
August 2023 – June 2024
San Francisco, CA
High school mathematics for newcomer students in SFUSD
As a math teacher at SFI, I designed and taught an accessible and tailored algebra/geometry curriculum for an all‑newcomer student population, supporting emergent multilingual students through the use of equitable conversation structures and written scaffolds. I also co‑constructed a novel social justice–oriented curriculum, including a probability project analyzing the impact of affirmative action!
Mathematics Tutor, MIT Math Learning Center
September 2021 – May 2022
Cambridge, MA
On-demand tutor for college-level mathematics coursework
As a tutor with the MIT Math Learning Center (MLC), I tutored MIT students in mathematics subjects ranging from probability and calculus to linear algebra and complexity theory. I tailored individualized instruction and co‑constructed long‑term learning goals to meet the needs of diverse students, and I coordinated with the MLC manager and a team of 12 tutors to deliver consistent tutoring services to students each week.
Lecturer and Teaching Assistant, MIT web.lab
January 2021
Cambridge, MA
Web development class and competition built by students, for students
I designed and taught a full‑stack web development course at MIT with a group of fellow experienced software developers! To carry out this role, I organized lectures, office hours, hackathons, project grading, and Q&A forums effectively in a remote learning environment.
Workshop Designer, MIT Global Teaching Labs
January 2020
Pangyo, South Korea
Hands-on STEM workshop leader in South Korea
Through the MIT Global Teaching Labs program, I created and led a week‑long, hands‑on circuitry and coding workshop for 24 students at Korea International School! While at the school, I also collaborated with teachers and administration to support their regular academic coursework and engage with students in discussions about education and U.S. colleges.
🏫 Education
Stanford Teacher Education Program, Stanford University
June 2022 – June 2023
Stanford, CA
Master of Arts in Education  |  GPA: 4.0
Callifornia single subject credentials in mathematics and physics with English learner and computer science authorizations. Relevant coursework in culturally sustaining pedagogy, equitable mathematics groupwork and assessment, supporting students with special education needs, and effective language supports for emergent multilingual students.
  • Gained practical experience and learned about progressive educational practices in San Francisco with the San Francisco Urban Teacher Residency
  • Discussed principles of abolitionist education and explored antiracist teaching practice as a Teachers of Color Community of Praxis Scholar
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
September 2018 – May 2022
Cambridge, MA
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics  |  GPA: 5.0 (out of 5)
Relevant mathematics coursework in statistics, linear algebra, complex analysis, functional analysis, logic, set theory, and differential equations. Earned minors in computer science and physics with a focus on algorithms, computational complexity theory, and quantum physics.
  • Inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Society for demonstration of exceptional achievement in the liberal arts and sciences
  • Studied five semesters of Japanese language, one semester of Korean for heritage students, and one semester of linguistics
  • Fulfilled a Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (HASS) concentration in music by completing coursework in music history, music theory, and violin performance
🏢 Other Work Experience
Co-Founder and Co-Owner, butter and boba
July 2025 – Present
San Francisco, CA
Asian-American cultural artwork and cute gifts
As a co-owner of the art business [butter and boba](https://butterandboba.com/), I manage sales at craft markets and street fairs, interacting with customers face‑to‑face and communicating with organizers for each event. I also design and maintain our customer‑facing business website, promote online sales, and manage our social media presence and publicity. Behind the scenes, I regularly track inventory and cash flow to maintain sufficient stock of popular products and analyze business performance over time.
C.H.A.T. Docent, Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco
September 2025 – Present
San Francisco, CA
Social justice–focused tours of the living history of Chinatown
As a tour guide for the Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco, I lead groups of students and adults of all ages on the Chinatown History and Art Tour (C.H.A.T.) in San Francisco Chinatown. In collaboration with the docent team, we interlace themes of solidarity and intersectionality into discussions of Chinatown’s rich artistry and complex history, iterating upon curricula in order to best connect with students’ educational goals.
Software Development Engineer Intern, Amazon Web Services
June 2020 – August 2021
Seattle, WA
Software developer for client-facing services
While on the AWS IoT SiteWise Monitor team, I developed scatter chart and trend line visualizations, two highly‑requested customer features, and became familiar with applying a Scrum‑Kanban hybrid framework for agile software development. The following year, I designed and built a critical metering component for the cloud-native AWS License Manager, integrating a range of AWS cloud services including AWS CloudFormation, AWS CDK, AWS Lambda, and Amazon SQS.
Mathematics Research Intern, University of Maryland
June 2017 – August 2018
Seattle, WA
Under the mentorship of Dr. Kasso Okoudjou, I researched and characterized the divisibility of a class of harmonic tight frames sampled from the discrete Fourier transform, and I discovered a novel construction of companion equiangular tight frames for use in equiangular quantum key distribution.
đź“‘ Publications
Equiangular quantum key distribution in more than two dimensionsJournal of Physics A
Characterization of the Divisibility of DFT HTFs for C2SIURO Volume 14
Gauss Hypergeometric Representations of the Ferrers Function of the Second KindSIGMA 17 (2021)
🫶🏼 Volunteer Experience and Leadership
Volunteer, Chinatown Volunteer Coalition
May 2026 – Present
San Francisco, CA
Supporting and advocating for the San Francisco AAPI community
Music Director and Arranger, Firecrackers A Cappella
January 2026 – Present
San Francisco, CA
East Asian cultural a cappella vocal performance
Music Director, Treasurer, and Arranger, MIT Syncopasian
September 2018 – May 2022
Cambridge, MA
Collegiate a cappella with a focus on East Asian music and culture
Music Coach, National Philharmonic Summer String Institute
August 2019 (seasonal, 4 years)
San Francisco, CA
Social justice–focused tours of the living history of Chinatown
At this summer music program for aspiring string musicians, I coached middle and high school students in small groups to hone their skills for a culminating chamber music performance, and I provided individualized support and instruction to students during orchestra sectionals and full‑group rehearsal.
🎖️ Certifications and Honors
Distinguished K–12 Tutor, Tutor.comThe Princeton Review2025 – Present
Teaching Fellow, Knowles Teaching Fellows ProgramKnowles Teacher Initiative2023 Cohort
Single Subject Teaching Credential, MathematicsCalifornia CTC2023 – Present
Single Subject Teaching Credential, PhysicsCalifornia CTC2023 – Present
Supplementary Authorization, Computer ScienceCalifornia CTC2023 – Present
English Learner AuthorizationCalifornia CTC2023 – Present
Inductee, Phi Beta KappaXi Chapter (Massachusetts)2022 Cohort
🎲 Skills and Interests
Software Skills
Software development: Java, Python
Web development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node, React
Document typesetting: Google Docs, Microsoft Word, LaTeX
Spreadsheets and data entry: Google Sheets, Excel
Telecommunication: Google Meet, Zoom
World Languages
Native: American English, Korean
Intermediate: Cantonese, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish
Elementary: American Sign Language, Portuguese, Taishanese
Hobbies
Martial arts and sports: capoeira, chess, speedcubing
Music: a cappella, violin, chamber and orchestral performance
Leisure: reading, board games, card games, tea