DYLAN MARKER
Ames,Iowa
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
ISMART Researcher
ISU ISMART Research Program
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Proved, discussed, and improved theory on variations of the classic brachistochrone curve.
- Researched scholarly journals and articles.
- Collaborated with a team of three math undergraduates and two postdoctoral researchers.
- Implemented Matlab/Python programming to numerically solve optimization problems.
- Attended biweekly meetings to discuss progress.
- Presented findings and history of the problems to professors within the field.
- Researched and created an additional presentation with one other member on the history and problem of minimal surfaces.
Math & Computer Science Tutor
ISU Academic Success Center
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Tutored Calculus Ⅰ/ⅠⅠ/ⅠⅠⅠ, College Algebra, Intro to Proofs, and Introductory Programming courses
- Boosted student confidence in problem-solving by providing individualized support and targeted feedback during tutoring sessions.
- Integrated active learning strategies in lesson plans, such as think-pair-share, jigsaw, practice exams, etc
- Discourse with mentors through observations and monthly company meetings
- Reviewed with tutees and provided a comfortable learning environment
- Worked 15 hours a week during the school year
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Iowa State University (ISU)
Ames, IA05.2024
Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Communication/Collaboration
- Presentations
- Logic and proofs
- Calculus/Numerical Methods
- Proficient in LaTeX/Python/Matlab/Excel
Timeline
ISMART Researcher
ISU ISMART Research Program
01.2024 - 05.2024
Math & Computer Science Tutor
ISU Academic Success Center
01.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Iowa State University (ISU)