Online TA Profiles
Katherine Woo, PhD (IP)
OTA ID#: 104819
| Education Experience: |
BSc, Chemistry, Simon Fraser University, 2002 BSc, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, Simon Fraser University, 2002 PhD, Chemistry, Simon Fraser University, (IP) |
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| Focus of Study: | I am currently working towards my Ph. D in Materials Science. |
| Awards: | Received the Graduate Scholarship. |
| Work Experience: | Simon Fraser University
2001-2004 I taught first to fourth year chemistry courses and laboratories. Kwantlen University College 2003 I worked as a chemistry lab instructor. |
| Skills & Achievements: | I have 8 years of teaching experience in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Calculus, with students ranging from Grade 9 to fourth year university level. I teach in one-on-one basis as well as in a class of several hundred students. |
| Career Interests: | Upon completion of my PhD, I plan to accept professorship at my former institution.
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| Outside Interests: | I like snowboarding and fishing. |
| Additional Information: | I am willing to work night shift. |
| Message to Students and/or Parents: |
I have experience teaching students ranging from Grade 9 to fourth year university level. |
| Postings Answered: | 540 |
| Cumulative OTA Rating: | 4.9/5 What is OTA Rating? |
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