Kao has been tutoring high school students for nearly a decade, specializing in Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, and ACT/SAT prep. In addition to her tutoring experience, she served as a teaching assistant at CSU Fresno and as a lecturer at CSU Chico, where she facilitated Algebra and Statistics support courses and taught undergraduate classes in Algebra, Trigonometry, and Pre-Calculus. Kao also has a background in teaching and tutoring elementary and middle school students. She is passionate about helping students grasp challenging mathematical concepts and finds fulfillment in guiding them through their struggles to achieve understanding.
Kao has always been eager to find the best ways to support each student, catering to each of their unique learning styles. As a result, she pursued her Master of Science in Mathematics to deepen her understanding of mathematical concepts and teaching strategies. She took part in two research studies on math education to further her knowledge of effective teaching strategies. These experiences led her to develop a teaching philosophy focused on building a safe learning environment, acting as a supportive and caring mentor, cultivating student’s confidence and self-efficacy, and maintaining a growth mindset. She believes she can help students build their math skills with the depth of knowledge and strategies she honed throughout her career focused in mathematics education.
In her free time, Kao enjoys exploring new places, trying new cuisines, and reading highly-rated books. If there’s ever a time she sees a drum set (and no one is around), she likes to play a beat or two.
