EnCorps, STEM Educator Programs
Dave van Gogh has a wealth of experience in tutoring, consulting, and engineering roles, with a strong background in STEM education and product development. Dave has served in various tutoring roles for math and science subjects, volunteered as a consultant for medical device companies, and held positions in engineering fields at companies like RxSight, Newport Corporation, and KLA-Tencor. With a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science, Dave brings a diverse skill set and expertise to their professional endeavors.
EnCorps, STEM Educator Programs
EnCorps Inc. believes in STEM educational equity. We are a Los Angeles-based nonprofit with operations in California as well the greater Denver, Colorado and New York City areas. We connect public school students in under-resourced communities with STEM professionals who are passionate about science, technology, engineering and math. EnCorps offers two key programs: 1) The EnCorps STEM Teachers Program recruits and supports STEM professionals and subject-matter expert ready to explore a career-change to STEM Teaching as an innovative, long-term solution to the STEM teachers shortage. 2)The EnCorps STEMx Tutors Program aims to increase math proficiency and to increase middle school students’ confidence in math by offering online tutoring by a STEM expert. As a STEM Professional or college student you have the opportunity to share your passion for math with middle school students who may not have equitable access to a high-quality STEM education.