Biology and Chemistry

“I believe every student has the natural curiosity and intuition to be a scientist.”

I have worked with students from multiple age groups. I started my educational journey as a teaching assistant intern, I then substitute taught at that school for a year and was an educator at a nature summer camp. During Graduate School I student taught Middle school science, and biology at the Syracuse City School District. After graduating I taught a second grade without any experience. Over the summer I tutored students in Earth Science, Biology and Chemistry in summer Academy. I then taught Biology and AP Biology for 3 years at Ithaca High School. Currently I teach Environmental Science, Chemistry, AP Biology and Biology at a boarding school called Besant Hill in Ojai California.

Mathematics

Hey! My name is Riya Burke. I am currently a Math Teacher at Ithaca High School in Ithaca, New York. Over the years, I've taught several courses including Algebra 1, Geometry, Intermediate Algebra, Academic Intervention, Personal Finance, and AVID. I graduated from Utica University with a bachelor's degree in Math Education and Special Education, and I hold a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Ashford University.

I specialize in Elementary, Junior High, and various High School Math courses. I also have experience preparing students for the SAT and can assist with cover letters, resumes, and college preparation.

In my free time, I enjoy going for walks with my dog, Archie, cooking, and reading. Each year, I set a goal to read 100 books! Archie is a therapy dog, so we often visit nursing homes and academic events to spread happiness.

Language Arts and Mathematics

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