Rachael Wei
About Rachael Wei
Rachael Wei is a Computer Science Instructor with extensive experience in teaching and research. She has held various roles at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and currently works at Facebook as an ABCS Fellow.
Current Role at Juni Learning
Rachael Wei serves as a Computer Science Instructor at Juni Learning. She has held this position since 2020, contributing her expertise in computer science education. In this role, she focuses on teaching students foundational concepts in programming and software development, utilizing a curriculum designed to engage young learners.
Work at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Rachael Wei has a significant history at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. She has worked in various capacities since 2021, including as a Course Assistant for CS225: Data Structures and as a Lead for CS124H: Freshman Honors. Additionally, she served as a Project Manager for CS196: Freshman Honors for 11 months and as an Undergraduate Research Assistant. Her roles have involved supporting course delivery and facilitating student learning.
Experience at Facebook
Since 2021, Rachael Wei has been an Above and Beyond Computer Science (ABCS) Fellow at Facebook. In this fellowship, she engages in projects that enhance her understanding of computer science applications in a professional setting, while also contributing to initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion in tech.
Research Internship at Carnegie Mellon University
Rachael Wei is currently a Research Intern at the Human-Computer Interaction Institute at Carnegie Mellon University. She has been involved in research projects since 2021, focusing on the intersection of computer science and human-computer interaction, which aims to improve user experiences through technology.
Educational Background
Rachael Wei studied at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2020 to 2023. Prior to her university education, she attended Newton South High School from 2016 to 2020, laying the groundwork for her future studies in computer science.