John Kristof

Economics: I graduated summa cum laude in 2018 with a B.S. in Economics. Through my university's Center for Student Success, I tutored for economics students for two years, and I led study groups throughout my undergraduate education. Currently, I provide economic analysis for a state government agency, and I am a graduate student in public policy. I have guest-lectured economics classes.

Writing: Through my career, I have demonstrated proficiency in multiple forms of writing. Professionally, I frequently write memos and literature reviews on economic topics my office is studying, and I have edited and proofread countless more pieces for others. I have published several dozen op-eds in national publications. Academically, I have written and presented papers at undergraduate research conferences. Additionally, my second major was in Humanities, which strongly refined my writing abilities and demonstrates my ability to discuss a variety of topics.

American Government: My professional and noncurricular experience since high school have fostered a deep knowledge and passion for understanding the American government system. For an indication, I took a minor in political science in college for fun and received a high A in every class, and while the political science department did not have official TAs, the professors identified me as a go-to resource for struggling students.

General teaching experience: I taught at a debate camp for several years

Every student can be a good learner, but not every student has the gift of a teacher that can communicate with them. As a tutor, my specialty is finding the disconnect between the material or teacher and the student, and reworking the topic in a way the student can grasp. Students experience "lightbulb moments" when they see the subject on their own terms, and I enjoy being a guide to bring them there.