Robert Nguyen received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Houston with a major in biology and a minor in chemistry. After college, he spent several years in Houston working as an environmental chemist and as a laboratory supervisor, overseeing the department that handled organics extractions and testing. Robert has over 23 years of experience in education. Before joining the ABE LA team, he worked as a math and science teacher at a private high school in the San Gabriel Valley. The subjects he taught included biology, AP biology, chemistry, physics, and all levels of math up to AP calculus. His greatest joy was seeing his students develop an interest in a subject they previously found difficult or intimidating. In addition to teaching, he also assisted with college counseling and appreciated the opportunity to help students apply to and get accepted into some of their dream schools. Although he is no longer working directly with students, he is excited to be working with fellow educators.
Robert’s hobbies include tennis, hiking, and oil painting. He is a member of the Pasadena Society of Artists and enjoys painting scenes of urban realism. His favorite book is The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien.