Eleni Thomai C.

Private tutor in Paris, France

Education

PhD in Astronomy from the University of Leiden (Netherlands) MSc in Statistical and Dynamical Astronomy from the Observatory of Paris (France) BSc in Physics from the National Kapodistrian University of Athens (Greece) Conducted research at the Observatory of Meudon (France, 1987-1990), NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center (USA, 1999-2001), Space Telescope Science Institute (USA, 2001-2002), Physics Department of Yale University (USA, 2002-2004), National Observatory of Athens (Greece, 2005-2008) Rich observational experience with a wide variety of space and ground—based facilities and was employed at the Dutch Institute for Space Research (Netherlands, 1991-1993) and The European Southern Observatory (Chile, 1994-1996). Dean of Academic Affairs at City Unity College - City University of Seattle in Athens (2008-2013) and Rhodes (2013-present), Greece.

Experience

Heavily involved in European and international projects, concerning inquiry based science education research and innovative methods in STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) teaching. Country representative in major efforts world-wide (e.g. Hands-on Universe, Lab of Tomorrow, Connect) focusing on the pedagogical methods in classroom, on the application of new technologies in education, and on alternative student evaluation methods. Coordinated teacher training efforts nation-wide through interactive workshops, distance and on-line training, and feedback seminars. Teaching fellow in Paris, France (1988-1990) and Leiden, The Netherlands (1996-1999), teaching science courses on the elementary and secondary school level. Co-supervised undergraduate students at Yale University (USA 2002-2004), delivered guest lectures and mentored undergraduate students at the National Observatory of Athens (Greece 2005-2008). Professor of science, astronomy, statistics and environment science at all undergraduate programs of City University of Seattle, Athens site (2008-2013).

Subject Expertise

Astronomy, Astrophysics, Environmental Science, IB Physics HL, IB Physics SL, Physical Science, Physics, SAT Subject Test in Physics, Science, Science

Availability

Weekends

Can Meet

Up to 1 hour away at my regular hourly rate

Hobbies

Distinction: Role Model for Mobility of Women Scientists (MCFA, 2011) More than 200 public communication articles and interviews in the press and electronic media and dozens of science press releases. Authoring prefaces and accompanying texts of modern art & science events and exhibitions. Organization of science communication events and public activities under the auspices of public entities such as the Greek Ministry of Transport, the Greek Ministry of Education and Life Long Learning, the Embassies of Chile and France and the European Space Agency. Organization/coordination of science-communication competitions nation and Europe-wide (e.g., Europlanet Outreach Prize and Funding Scheme, MAARBLE International Music Competition, Greek Cassini Scientist for a Day, 2007 Spatial Year Drawing & Painting Competition, etc.) Hobbies: Traveling, Painting, Reading