Megan McKay

Math Tutor

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Columbia, South Carolina, United States

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Timeline
About me
MS in Mathematics | Computer Science background | Looking for Entry Level Data Analytics position beginning May 2025
Education
- University of South Carolina
  2020 - 2022
  Master of Science - MS Mathematics
  I received my Master of Science in Mathematics with an Applied Math concentration from USC in 2022. Select courses include: Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Variational Methods for PDEs and Model Reduction, Quantum Complexity Theory, Foundations of Computational Mathematics, Functional Analysis, Mathematics Pedagogy
- Millersville University of Pennsylvania
  2016 - 2019
  Bachelor of Science - BS Mathematics
  Activities and Societies: I was the Captain of the Intercollegiate Equestrian Team, I worked as a Lead Facilitator at the outdoor high ropes course, I was the Events Coordinator for Reformed University Fellowship, and I was inducted as a member into the National Society of Leadership and Success. I received my undergraduate education at Millersville with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and minors in Computer Science and Spanish Culture in 3.5 years. During my last year, I completed a Departmental Honors Thesis under the supervision of Dr. Baoling Ma. This work is detailed under the "Projects" section. Select courses include: Linear Algebra, Ordinary Differential Equations, Probability and Statistics, Numerical Analysis, Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Partial Differential… Show more I received my undergraduate education at Millersville with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and minors in Computer Science and Spanish Culture in 3.5 years. During my last year, I completed a Departmental Honors Thesis under the supervision of Dr. Baoling Ma. This work is detailed under the "Projects" section. Select courses include: Linear Algebra, Ordinary Differential Equations, Probability and Statistics, Numerical Analysis, Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Partial Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling Show less
Experience
- Millersville University of Pennsylvania
  Aug 2018 - Dec 2019
  Math Tutor
  Answered questions rooted in basic math, through advanced calculus, both in an online environment and in person. Increased understanding of difficult mathematical concepts both individually and in group settings to complete assignments. Coached students in studying habits and testing strategies by offering several proven techniques
- University of South Carolina
  Aug 2020 - Mar 2021
  Graduate Instructional Assistant
  Fall 2020: MATH 141 - Calculus 1 (virtual and in-person synchronous)Spring 2021: MATH 142 - Calculus 2 (virtual and in-person synchronous)Summer 2021: MATH 122 - Calculus for Business and Social Sciences (virtual asynchronous)Fall 2021: MATH 122 - Calculus for Business and Social Sciences (in-person)Spring 2022: MATH 122 - Calculus for Business and Social Sciences (in-person)In my role as a graduate student instructional assistant, I led in-person and virtual recitation and lab sessions for 30 students per semester in Calculus 1 and 2, enhancing student engagement and understanding. This role also included grading quizzes, creating assignments, and developing lesson plans in collaboration with the instructor to support effective learning outcomes. Show less
- University of South Carolina
  Jul 2021 - Aug 2022
  Graduate Teaching Assistant / Instructor of Record
  Summer 2021: MATH 122 - Calculus for Business and Social Sciences (virtual asynchronous)Fall 2021: MATH 122 - Calculus for Business and Social Sciences (in-person)Spring 2022: MATH 122 - Calculus for Business and Social Sciences (in-person)In my role as a graduate teaching assistant, I was promoted to Instructor of Record and given the opportunity to teach my own classes. In this position, I taught three classes, one online and two in person. For the online class, I took the initiative to record and edit over 30 asynchronous lecture videos, receiving over 10,000 views and totaling over 1,500 hours of watch time on YouTube. Show less
- UofSC College of Arts and Sciences
  Aug 2022 - now
  Mathematics Instructor
  In this role, I taught 4 undergraduate courses per semester, impacting over 500 students annually, contributing to a 5% improvement in grade distributions in AY23-24 over the department’s 10-year average. I coordinated and mentored over 15 graduate students over this time, fostering their development as teaching assistants and instructors of record. I've led the development of the course “Mathematical Concepts for Data Analytics” under the McCausland Innovation Fund for a new Data Analytics major. Additionally, I had the opportunity to mentor over 20 undergraduate students in roles including Supplemental Instructors and Graders, enhancing peer-driven learning support. Show less
Licenses & Certifications
- Get Started with Python
  Google
  Feb 2025
  View certificate
- Teaching and Learning with Generative Artificial Intelligence
  University of South Carolina Center for Teaching Excellence
  Nov 2024
- Foundations of Data Science
  Google
  Jun 2024
  View certificate
- Mental Health and Well-being Competency Certificate
  University of South Carolina Center for Teaching Excellence
  Oct 2023
- Entering Mentoring Certificate
  University of South Carolina Center for Teaching Excellence
  Apr 2022
- Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere
  Coursera
  Jun 2024
- MagicSchool AI Certified (Level 1)
  MagicSchool AI
  Jan 2024
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Megan McKay
  Thank a Teacher Certificate of Appreciation USC Center for Teaching Excellence Aug 2024 The Center for Teaching Excellence invites students to send a note of appreciation for a good semester to an instructor. The Thank a Teacher program provides a way for students to recognize instructors who go the extra mile, challenge and inspire them, and make a difference in their educational journey. Here is a quote from the student that submitted this nomination: "I truly appreciate you as a professor, and thank you once again for writing me a letter of recommendation. I have enjoyed… Show more The Center for Teaching Excellence invites students to send a note of appreciation for a good semester to an instructor. The Thank a Teacher program provides a way for students to recognize instructors who go the extra mile, challenge and inspire them, and make a difference in their educational journey. Here is a quote from the student that submitted this nomination: "I truly appreciate you as a professor, and thank you once again for writing me a letter of recommendation. I have enjoyed getting to know the professor I will be working with this fall, and plan to inform you about how my U101 class experience goes." Show less
- Awarded to Megan McKay
  Two Thumbs Up Award USC Student Disability Resource Center Mar 2024 The Student Disability Resource Center believes that every student deserves equal access to all aspects of the USC experience. Faculty who exemplify this belief are nominated by students or SDRC staff to receive this award. The following anonymous comment was submitted along with my nomination: "Professor McKay is incredibly caring, personable, and determined when it pertains to ensuring that all of her students feel seen and are successful."
- Awarded to Megan McKay
  McCausland Innovation Fund University of South Carolina College of Arts and Sciences Nov 2023 The McCausland Innovation Fund is a USC College of Arts and Sciences Fund designed to "inspire and support bold, creative, and groundbreaking advances in the College of Arts and Sciences’ teaching and research to meet the emerging needs of our students, and make the university a model of interdisciplinary, interactive learning." The fund recently put out a special call for proposals that address the ethical and effective use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the classroom and in our culture… Show more The McCausland Innovation Fund is a USC College of Arts and Sciences Fund designed to "inspire and support bold, creative, and groundbreaking advances in the College of Arts and Sciences’ teaching and research to meet the emerging needs of our students, and make the university a model of interdisciplinary, interactive learning." The fund recently put out a special call for proposals that address the ethical and effective use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the classroom and in our culture more broadly. Show less
- Awarded to Megan McKay
  Thank a Teacher Certificate of Appreciation Center for Teaching Excellence Jan 2023 The Center for Teaching Excellence invites students to send a note of appreciation for a good semester to an instructor. The Thank a Teacher program provides a way for students to recognize instructors who go the extra mile, challenge and inspire them, and make a difference in their educational journey. Here is a quote from the student who sent this nomination: "Thank you so much for all your help this semester. Math has always been one of my favorite subjects, and although I haven't always… Show more The Center for Teaching Excellence invites students to send a note of appreciation for a good semester to an instructor. The Thank a Teacher program provides a way for students to recognize instructors who go the extra mile, challenge and inspire them, and make a difference in their educational journey. Here is a quote from the student who sent this nomination: "Thank you so much for all your help this semester. Math has always been one of my favorite subjects, and although I haven't always been the best student Iappreciate everything that you've done. You were always so accepting of questions, no matter howsmall and were always available to help with anything. Thanks for everything!" Show less
Volunteer Experience
- Day Manager, Camp Station Leader
  Issued by Sprout Therapeutic Riding and Education Center
  Associated with Megan McKay