Alexandria J

Alexandria J

With over seven years of teaching experience, I specialize in STEM-related technology and the biological sciences. My academic background includes a degree in Biomedical Science, complemented by an MBA, which allows me to bridge the gap between science and leadership. I’m passionate about integrating innovative technologies into the classroom to inspire the next generation of scientists and critical thinkers. As a physics and engineering educator, I support Focus students in math and science.

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Javier U

Javier U

After I discovered my passion for math and the sciences, I made it my goal to continually help students achieve those same ‘aha’ moments that I once did. Throughout my years of tutoring, I’ve worked with students of many different ages on many different topics, from pre-algebra to calculus to upper division math courses, as well as biology, chemistry, physics, and other sciences. In my opinion, one of the most important aspects to tutoring is recognizing the ways that the student thinks. Having graduated from Arizona State University with bachelor of science degrees in applied mathematics and biology and now working in a mathematical biology research laboratory, I emphasize how certain concepts relate to student interests and real-world scenarios. As part of the Focus Tutors team, I look forward to working with students on mathematics, biology, and chemistry, as well as improving their study habits, test-taking skills, and overall organization, which are also vital to success.

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Kiley J

kiley J

I have always had a love for learning and thrived in academics. My background is in biology and chemistry, although I have a soft spot for math (I almost switched to mathematics as my college major!)

My journey with education has been short but has been full of learning. I taught for over two years at a Great Hearts school with middle schoolers and fell in love with teaching there. They taught me what it meant to be multi-faceted across the subjects and deepened my appreciation for math and science.

A year ago, I transitioned full-time to a role involving both education and behavioral health where I run the education department for a residential facility for adolescents. It opened my eyes to the unfortunate gaps that students experience in their learning and what happens when that cycle goes on for too long.

My priority in this field is to help who I can, make understanding easy, learning fun, and create a sense of confidence that my students can do anything. I work with all levels of students in math and science.

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Nathan H

Nathan H

I grew up in Mesa, Arizona in a family where education was always held in the highest regard.  While growing up I wasn't always the best student, but I learned early on that hard work and effort make all the difference.

When I took my first physics class in high school, I knew that I wanted to do something with physics. While many other students struggled with the subject I worked at understanding it until I was top of the class. I figured that I would become a physicist and do important research. However, while in college I found that  what I really enjoyed doing was helping other students understand tough concepts. There was something about seeing the light in their eyes when they finally understood something that made me decide to be a teacher. 

I got a degree in Physics Teaching from BYU and came back to the Valley. I have been teaching high school physics and science ever since. I specialize in math and physics and on presenting these in different ways until they can be understood.

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