Jordan D.
USD $25/hr
A creative thinker with a desire to share the wonders of chemistry with the youth!
Tutor Information
About
I obtained my Bachelors in Chemistry from the University of West Georgia. During my time in college, I served as a Lab TA and a Chemistry Workshop Leader, where I gained hands-on experience in leading my peers in chemistry problem solving. Through my research experiences at UWG and Michigan State University (as a summer research intern), I had several opportunities to publicly present research posters to a diversity of scientific and general audiences.
Beyond college, I have 5 years of professional experience as an analytical chemist. With The Coca-Cola Company, I have 3.5 years of experience in the analysis of recycled plastics. I also worked an additional 1.5 years in public service as a Waste Water Analyst for Dekalb County Watershed Management.
In all roles, I bring with me an enthusiasm for learning and sharing, and a spirit of encouragement and leadership. I
Location
Norcross, Georgia, United States
Language
English
Timezone
America/Chicago
Levels
Elementary
Middle School
High School
Education
University of West Georgia
2013 - 2018Bachelor of Science, General & Organic Chemistry
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with an ACS focus. Supplemented by experience as Organic Lab research assistant, Organic Lab TA, and General Chemistry Workshop Leader.
Work Experience
Dekalb County Watershed Management
December 2020 - August 2022Wastewater Analyst
Earned state certification as Wastewater Laboratory Analyst
Analyzed environmental and wastewater samples. Produced and reported analytical data to the county daily.
The Coca-Cola Company
October 2018 - February 2024Packaging Analytical Analyst
Multitasked sample preparation and analysis (via LC-MS/MS) for the routine screening of BPA in recycled PET feedstock.
Trained junior technicians in analytical methods and safety procedures.
Diversified analytical repertoire as lead technician on several routine testing projects. Acquired hands-on experience in LC-MS, XRF, GC-MS, FTIR, UV-Vis, and more, as well as in various sample preparation methods.
Michigan State University
May 2017 - August 2017Summer Research Intern
Compiled a portfolio of research and professional development projects based on my research on the topic “Synthesis of Chondroitin Sulfate Proteoglycans”.
Presented research to several STEM and non-STEM audiences.
University of West Georgia
January 2017 - May 2018Organic Chemistry II Lab TA
Selected to serve as a teacher’s assistant in a weekly Organic Chemistry lab of about 25 students.
Strengthened knowledge of organic chemistry principles and technique by being familiar with the details of the weekly lab.
Enforced proper lab safety, procedure, and waste removal.
Answered students’ questions and helped to troubleshoot unexpected lab results.
University of West Georgia
February 2016 - May 2018Research Assistant
Conducted, compiled, and presented 2 years of organic synthesis research on the topic “Synthesis of Indole Containing Colorimetric Sensors for Metal Ions”.
Successfully synthesized and characterized the intermediate structure that was hypothesized to be a viable precursor to the target structure.
University of West Georgia
August 2014 - May 2015Chemistry Workshop Leader
Selected to lead a weekly workshop to supplement students’ assigned chemistry class.
Strengthened mentoring skills by giving assistance to students, even outside of the weekly workshop session.
Understood key chemistry concepts and lead students through the process of solving basic and complex chemistry problems.