Kiana McBride

MATHEMATICIAN, EDUCATOR

I am a recent graduate of the Mathematics and Statistics Masters program from the University of Helsinki. A diligent and detail-oriented worker interested in jobs which utilize my unique skillset and deep passion of all kinds of problem-solving, information sharing, and caring for community.

Education

Masters in Mathematics with specialty in Topology, Geometry, & Algebra | University of Helsinki | 2024

Bachelors in Mathematics | Reed College | 2021

International Baccalaureate with EE in Mathematics | American Int'l School of Chennai | 2017


Work Experience

Developed personalized learning materials for math, science, and writing lessons for students from age 6 to 40+. Applied various learning techniques to bolster the teaching for students with ADHD, ADD, ASD, ODD, or Dyslexia.

Maintained a hygenic environment for children ages 1-5. Developed and lead early childhood educational programming.

Held problem-solving class and wrote model solutions for Introduction to Differential and Reimannian Geometry. Managed work collection and edited student work for Case Studies in Mathematics and Statistics.

Researched, developed and executed diversity recruitment strategies. Provided personalized guidance to prospective students from diverse backgrounds including assistance in applying, making major and school decisions, and financial aid acquisition. Tracked and analyzed recruitment metrics to assess the effectiveness of diversity outreach strategies, providing reports to admissions leadership to refine future initiatives.

Researched and designed mathematically stimulating decor and materials for the renovated early childhood center. Researched, designed, built and presented floor demonstrations and enrichments accompanying the changing exhibit.

Organized and lead problem solving sessions for Vector Calculus providing support for student learning and homework. Assisted in grading Introduction to Logic exams.

Researched, wrote, and taught math and reading lessons for ages 4-7 and 8-12. Lead and managed group activity sessions including outside and field trips.

Researched, wrote, and taught math and science lessons with a social justice framework for ages 8-11.

Researched and developed informative and entertaining tours. Engaged with multicultural clientele and discussed contemporary politics and international relations diplomatically.

Created informative and entertaining material about US international relations. Provided administrative support to consular officers, ensuring efficient operation of daily activities in a diplomatic setting. Handled visa and consular documentation, ensuring compliance with international regulations while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.