Meet the SI Coaches

Meet the friendly Supplemental Instruction coaches.

Supplemental Instruction Coaches
Ryan

SI Coach Name: Ryan

Course Coaching: Computer Science 2

Bio: I was in the Google Development Student Club as the Vice president. I was a tutor for El Camino College for Computer Science (3 years). Something else about me is that I love comedy.

Ashley

SI Coach Name: Ashley

Course Coaching: Chemistry 20

Bio: After I obtain my BSN, I want to work in a hospital as a registered nurse in the pediatrics department. I love watching cooking competitions, especially Chopped. My favorite meal is chicken parmigiana. Fall Out Boy is one of my favorite bands to listen to!

Niecah

SI Coach Name: Niecah

Course Coaching: Chemistry 20

Bio: One of my goals in the near future is to become a Nurse, and apply to El Camino College’s Nursing Program. Eventually, I also plan to get my BSN. I love to watch anime and discovering new ones. Other than anime, I also love watching K-Dramas. When I don’t binge-watch anime or K-Dramas, I take some of my free time to read books, scrapbook, and journal.

Vladmir

SI Coach Name: Vladimir

Course Coaching: Business 150

Bio: Firstly, it is my health, mental and physical, without health all other goals are out of reach, so that's what I do, I maintain my weight, keep exercising and stick to a healthy diet. Next, my social life, since I moved to another country, I left all my friends behind, and when you get older it's harder to make new friends, so I try to get involved in teaching students and try to be helpful to someone. Another goal of mine is to get the CPA certificate and a job in the accounting field. I graduated from university in Russia as a physicist, defended my PhD thesis in Physics and Math at Moscow State University, after which I taught physics to university students for some time. I run a telecommunication company in Russia for about 20 years as owner and CEO, which I sold when I retired. I respect rules and laws and don't like it when others break them.

Khang

SI Coach Name: Khang

Course Coaching: Math 180

Bio: I want to complete and obtain my MD before I turned 30 years old. I would like to learn more languages and be fluent in Chinese. I would also like to see more of the world and travel to more unheard countries. With my free time I like to play video games with my friends. I know how to play the piano. And I love the character Snoopy.

 

Jeff

SI Coach Name: Jeffery

Course Coaching: Math 190

Bio: I aim to complete my AS-T in mathematics and transfer to CSULB by Fall 2025. I'd like to coach/tutor students in higher levels of mathematics as I complete my degree. Once I earn my degree, I'd like to work with NASA to help forward our exploration of the cosmos. I'm a huge fan of the arts and I enjoy writing music/poetry as well as woodworking. I love running and hope to run a half-marathon by 2026. I'm a pet sitter in my free time.

Varisha

SI Coach Name: Varisha

Course Coaching: Astronomy 20

Bio: I want to be an astrophysicist/researcher. I would like to earn a PhD in astrophysics. I want to learn how to play the guitar. I love reading, am currently reading The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. My favorite book is Dune. I love to paint and write fiction in my downtime.

Juliette

SI Coach Name: Juliette

Course Coaching: Math 190

Bio: My 3 main goals are to transfer to a 4 year university, finish every unread book on my TBR, and eventually work as a Materials Engineer. I am on the Forensics (Speech and Debate) team here at ElCo. Some of my favorite hobbies include drawing and painting. My preferred mediums are pencil and oil paint :) Math is my favorite subject but I also have a passion for English.

Reyna

SI Coach Name: Reyna

Course Coaching: Biology 10

Bio: I want to be a surgeon, I want to visit all the national parks to study the ecosystems, and to be more eco-friendly. I have a pet snake and tortoise, I love to crochet, and I enjoy camping.

Robert

SI Coach Name: Robert

Course Coaching: Anatomy and Physiology 34A

Bio: A few things about me: I like to help other students succeed! I want to read at least 1 book per month and save up money for travel. I completed my first triathlon in Honolulu, I graduated from UC Riverside, andm y favorite food is pizza.

 

 

Ron

SI Coach Name: Ron

Course Coaching: Math 150

Pooja

SI Coach Name: Pooja

Course Coaching: Business 150

Maxime

SI Coach Name: Maxime

Course Coaching: Computer Science 8

Bio: I like playing volleyball and Japanese home cuisine is the best! I love pushing myself to the limit with challenges.

Lauren

SI Coach Name: Lauren

Course Coaching: General Human Anatomy 32

Bio: I am applying to get my doctorate in physical therapy. I am studying to get certified in strength and conditioning. I want to own my own clinic one day and teach Anatomy and Physiology at a community college. I have many different hobbies such as painting, cooking, skating, sewing, content creation and dancing. I take care of my wonderful grandparents. I enjoy buying home gadgets.

Julian

SI Coach Name: Julian

Course Coaching: Political Science 1

Bio: I hope to become an English professor. I hope to one day publish a series of books. I hope to direct a feature film. I’m a big bookworm. I’m passionate about introducing children to the love of reading. I’m an artist in various artistic disciplines

Anderson

SI Coach Name: Anderson

Course Coaching: Chemistry 7A

Bio: I want to become a medical doctor and be a mentor. I like to hike and see places with high elevation. I love anime!

 

Alfina

SI Coach Name: Alfina

Course Coaching: Math 165

Bio: I want to take care of a pet, hopefully an iguana! I also love reading and have set a goal to build up a personal library of physical books. Before I graduate, I aspire to study abroad for a semester. Currently I'm an engineering major, planning to transfer to a 4-year. I also play the violin in the El Camino Symphony Orchestra. And since I love reading, my favorite genre is science fiction.

Jake

SI Coach Name: Jake

Course Coaching: Political Science 1

Bio: Transfer to UCLA for a degree in political science. Attend law school. Continue to learn and grow as a percussion and perform with an independent marching percussion group. I play the Marimba. I have 2 cats. I enjoy travelling.

Jad

SI Coach Name: Jad

Course Coaching: Math 191

Bio: Become a software engineer. Keep playing soccer. Get an internship for summer. I love playing soccer. I play video games. I have a good connection with my family.

Harrison

SI Coach Name: Harrison

Course Coaching: Microbiology 33 & Chemistry 4

 

Seif

SI Coach Name: Seif

Course Coaching: Chemistry 4

Bio: I am an avid reader, music listener, and enjoy chemistry

 

Delores

SI Coach Name: Dolores

Course Coaching: Anthropology 1

Bio: My professional goals include becoming a professor of anthropology and working in Hollywood as a media anthropologist to advocate for more and better representation in film and television. My personal goal is to live the best life I can while being a positive influence on those around me. I have an MA in anthropology, I love animals, especially dogs, and I am a huge softball fan.

Daniel

SI Coach Name: Daniel

Course Coaching: Communication Studies 180

Bio: I have the goal of obtaining an associates degree. I also have the goal of transferring to a four year college and obtaining a bachelors degree. I also want to become an instructor for the El Camino Salsa Club.  I dance Latin American Dances for fun. I am a business major. I am a statistics coach here at El Camino College.

Angelica

SI Coach Name: Angelica

Course Coaching: Math 110

Bio: I'm transferring to CSULB this fall to get my Bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies and my multiple-subject teaching credential. I plan on getting my Master's degree and becoming a school principal in the future. I've been working as a tutor for the last two years! I love working with kids of all ages. I love to read! My favorite genres are fantasy and romance, but I will read just about anything. I am a Disneyland Magic Key pass, and I love to go whenever I have free time. My favorite ride is the Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, and I collect and trade pins! I was born in the Philippines! I moved here when I was 12, and English is actually my second language.

Claudia

SI Coach Name: Claudia

Course Coaching: Chemistry 1A

Bio: Obtain a Biomedical Masters. Apply/get into medical school. Become a doctor. I love to read. I love to collect pens and stationery. I obtained my BA in Sociology from UC Berkeley

Amaya

SI Coach Name: Amaya

Course Coaching: Anatomy and Physiology 34B

Bio: I want to have my own birthing center.
When I’m able to I plan to open a skating rink local to LA. I’m working to become a Midwife/ Nurse Practitioner specializing in Women’s Health. I’m the oldest of 3. I love to skate. My favorite color is green ;)

sarah

SI Coach: Sarah

Course Coaching: Computer Science 3

Bio: My professional goals include bridging the gap between healthcare and technology. I aim to integrate my technical skills within the healthcare industry and plan to pursue an MBA in the near future. As for my personal goals, I want to travel more and join a sports club.

Amalia

SI Coach Name: Amaliia

Course Coaching: Math 150

Diego

SI Coach Name: Diego

Course Coaching: Computer Science 1

Bio: Some of my goals include obtaining a summer internship, graduating with a B.S. in Computer Science, and working in software engineering / data science. Some of my hobbies include working out, reading, and traveling.

Isabella

SI Coach Name: Isabella

Course Coaching: Chemistry 21A

Bio: My professional goals include transferring to a 4-year university and entering a nursing program to get my nursing degree. In my spare time, I enjoy rock climbing and hiking whenever possible. I'd love to travel to Alaska one day and visit as many national parks in the US as I can.

zion

SI Coach Name: Zion

Course Coaching: Math 150

Bio: I would like to become an educator in Anthropology. I want to travel to all 50 States and would like to learn how to weld. Three hobbies of mine are playing basketball, cooking, and playing music.

andrew

SI Coach Name: Andrew

Course Coaching: Math 180

Bio: By the end of the year, I want to produce a couple of my own songs. Sometime in my life I want to perform in a concert. During my time here at El Camino, I hope to do well in the courses I take and hopefully transfer to UCLA or another 4 year university. My favorite color is purple. I like to song-write in my free time. I also like to cook in my free time as well (Feel free to let me know if you know any good recipes!)

soaud

SI Coach Name: Soaud Ouatah

Course Coaching: French

Bio: My goal isto be a French teacher at El Camino College, to help students to communicate in French in the classroom, and bring in more students to learn French. I am a lifelong learner, I love academia, and I want to spend the rest of my life working as a French teacher.

 

hurmoni

SI Coach Name: Hurmoni

Course Coaching: Math 180

Bio: I would like to accomplish transferring to any UC as a data science major, gaining experience and knowledge within that industry through internships, and being a data scientist. I’m a passionate person who really loves to learn! Two of my favorite movies are Past Lives and About Time. My interests are technology, baking, cooking, drawing, fashion, and going to concerts!

youstina

SI Coach Name: Youstina

Course Coaching: Bio 120

Bio: I am a biology major and hope one day to pursue a career in health. I have a cute husky puppy named Oreo. In my free time I enjoy going swimming and surfing.

 

 

SI Coach Name: Alex Ramos

Course Coaching: Math 165 & Math 180

Bio: I like to create music, generate AI video games, and help students appreciate Math. I am a huge Pokémon fan. I love computers and I love to exercise.

 

SI Coach Name: Mike

Course Coaching: Math 190 & Math 191

Bio: Be a successful, paid, professional comedian. Be a software engineer.
Be physically strong, like ridiculously strong. (Ok, just strong so I no longer have constant back pain). I have 3 great kids that I love very much. I have 2 stupid dogs that I love very much. I've been a jeweler for 15 years at a full-time capacity for other jewelry stores. I now only make jewelry for my friends and people I like.