About Kristin

Kristin teaches a variety of classes that blend her scientific expertise with her personal interests and passions and offers tutoring with a creative and personal approach. With teaching experience spanning community college classrooms, homeschool co-ops, and learning centers, she believes student success begins with meaningful connections and a collaborative learning environment where students feel supported and empowered to ask questions and participate in their education.

Kristin holds a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Truman State University and a Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from Baylor College of Medicine. Prior to focusing on teaching and education, Kristin worked in both academic and pharmaceutical research and was a scientific advisor and patent agent for a law firm.

Kristin is a mother of three kids and is a human companion for two cats. Outside of the classroom, Kristin enjoys spending time with her kids – especially hiking, camping, and traveling to new places. She also enjoys puzzles of all kinds, various crafty endeavors, and listening to audiobooks.