Paul Jongwook Kim 305 Natoma Terrace, Alpharetta, GA 30022 Cell: 404-933-7094 * Home: 770-409-0870 * E-mail: pk17bde6a@westpost.

net EDUCATION Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA GPA: 3.15/4.0 Graduating 08/11/ 2011 with the Master of Science degree with concentration in M athematics, 2008-2011 Major: Commutative Algebra, Algebraic Geometry, Linear Algebra, Matrix Theory Thesis: On The 44 Irreducible Sign Pattern Matrices That Require Four Distinct E igenvalues,07/07/2011 Coursework: Real Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Matrix Theory, Number Theory, Commu tative Algebra University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA GPA: 3.35/4.0 Enrolled in the PhD Program of the Mathematics Department, 1999-2002 Major: Algebra, Group Theory and Number Theory Coursework: Real Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Number Theory, Topology Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN GPA: 3.53/4.0, Cum Laude Degree: Master of Science in Mathematics, August 1998 Major: Partial Differential Equations Coursework: Complex Analysis, Real Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra, P artial Differential Eq. Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Daejeon, Rep. of Kor ea GPA: 2.97/4.0 Degree: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, February 1994 Coursework: Modern Algebra, Linear Algebra, Complex Analysis, Real Analysis, Num ber Theory PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) Aug.2008 - Aug.2011 MILE (Mathematics Lab) Instructor for College Algebra and Pre-Calculus Jan. 2011-Present MILE Instructor for Probability and Statistics Fall 2010 MILE Instructor for College algebra and Pre-Calculus Spring, Summer2010 Instructor for Pre-calculus and One-Variable Calculus Fall 2009 Instructor for Mathematical Modeling Spring 2009 MILE Instructor for College Algebra and Pre-Calculus Fall 2008 Sylvan Learning Center, Alpharetta, GA Certified Sylvan Advanced Mathematics Instructor Apr. 2005 -Aug.2009 Subjects taught: Geometry, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and Sylvan Math Esse ntials (2nd -12th graders) Noonnoppi Duluth Academy, Duluth, GA Jan. 2005 - Mar. 2005 Mathematics Instructor Subjects taught: Geometry, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus (6th -12th grader s) Self-Employed Math Tutor, Alpharetta, GA

Jun. 2002 - Present Subjects being taught: Geometry, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and Statistics (6th-12th graders) University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA Teaching Assistant Spring 1999 Tutor for Math Lab, a near 100 student class, answering questions about Calculus , Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, and Probability Grader for sophomore level Linear Algebra Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN Teaching Assistant Aug. 1994 - May 1998 Recitation Instructor for Linear Algebra and Differential Equations Spring 1998 Recitation Instructor for Linear Algebra and Differential Equations Fall 1997 Recitation Instructor for MATLAB: Computer Guided Differential Equations Spring 1997 Grader for Elementary Differential Geometry Fall 1996 Recitation Instructor for Calculus and Analytic Geometry Spring 1996 Recitation Instructor for Calculus and Analytic Geometry Fall 1995 Grader for sophomore Linear Algebra Spring 1995 Recitation Instructor for Calculus and Analytic Geometry Fall 1994 Self-Employed Math Tutor, Seoul, Rep. of Korea * Significantly improved the grades of middle and high school students, who are geared towards admissions to Math and Science charter high schools and prestigio us universities of Rep. of Korea, including KAIST and Seoul National University. * Subjects taught include Geometry, Algebra, Point Set topology, Number Theory, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus. EXAMINATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS * Passed, the Abstract Algebra Qualifying Exam, placing 1st, and the Linear Alge bra Qualifying Exam, offered by the Mathematics Department at Georgia State Univ ersity. * Certified as one of Sylvan Advanced Math teachers, while employed at Sylvan Le arning Center. * Passed, the SPEAK and the LECT test, which comprise the Teaching Assistant Eng lish certification test at the University of Iowa. * Passed, each of the five Qualifying Tests, comprising the subjects of Abstract , Linear Algebra, Real, Complex Variables and General Topology with the grade of A regarding the Abstract Algebra Test, offered by the Mathematics Department at Purdue University. * Scored 800 out of 800 (99th percentile) on Quantitative Part (Math) of the GRE General Test. * Scored 990 out of 990 (89th percentile) on the GRE Subject Test in Mathematics . TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY, SKILLS & PERSONAL * U.S. Citizen, holds two Master of Science degrees both in Mathematics. * Highly proficient in solving abstruse International Mathematical Olympiad, Hun garian problems. * Proficient in Microsoft Word and advanced mathematical editing programs, like LaTex. Knowledgeable in numerous mathematical, statistical operators of Microsof t Excel.

* Ability to program in MATLAB, MAPLE, and FORTRAN. * Bilingual and fluent in English and Korean. * Some reading and hearing knowledge of French and German. * Familiarity with American, British, and Korean education systems; Attended Cal der Jr. High School and Corey Elementary School in Buena Park, CA and St. Christ opher`s School, a British boarding school in Manama, Bahrain. * Parishioner, Sunday Bible Study member of the Saint Brigid Catholic Church, Al pharetta, GA. * Previous member of the Young Adults Group at the Korean Catholic Church, Dorav ille, GA where I got baptized on Easter 2008. * Treasurer at Korean Presbyterian Church of Greater Lafayette, West Lafayette, IN (1994-1998). * Ability to play some pieces of classical piano, especially the Beethoven piano sonatas; for instance, the Moonlight Piano Sonata, up to the 3rd movement. * Avid, meticulous player of chess.