Mina Lebitz worked in biochemistry research before transitioning to teaching and tutoring at both the high school and college level. As a teacher, she designed curricula for several science courses, mentored students with research projects and was awarded The New York Times ' Teachers Who Make a Difference Award. She spent several years as the senior science tutor at one of the most prestigious private tutoring and test prep agencies in the United States. Mina continues to develop science curricula, working with students and their parents to help them achieve their academic goals, while continuing to learn everything she can about what she loves most, science.