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education The University of California at Riverside
Ph.D.  Physics, in progress

George Mason University
M.S.   Applied & Engineering Physics, May 2008

James Madison University
B.S.   Physics, May 2003

experience Teaching Assistant (September 2008 – present)
Department of Physics & Astronomy, University of California, Riverside
Courses include introductory physics labs, problem-solving workshops, and introductory astronomy.

Research Assistant  (May 2007 – May 2008)
Space Weather Research Group, George Mason University
Developed a model of convection in Earth’s inner magnetosphere based on the Rice Convection Algorithm.

High School Teacher  (August 2005 – June 2007)
Oakton High School, Fairfax County Public Schools, Vienna, VA
Taught physics, chemistry, and remediation classes.

Facilities Maintenance  (July 2003 – March 2004)
TRI Realty, Harrisonburg, VA
Painting, plumbing, roof repair, ceiling repair, software upgrades, database scrubbing.

Independent Work:

Private Tutor   (January 2003 – June 2008)
Tutored students in calculus, astronomy, and university physics

Web Designer  (December 2001 – August 2004)
Registered domain names and designed websites for small businesses, bands, and individuals.

PC Hardware Tech  (2001 – present)
Repair, design, and assembly of personal computers, workstations, and home networks.