Mentoring & Teaching Philosophy
My primary goal as a mentor is to be an accessible and approachable presence within the lab. I strive to be transparent about the realities of research, so that students develop an understanding not only of what we do, but also the rationale underlying our decisions. I emphasize the development of transferable skills and conceptual understanding that can be thoughtfully applied across projects, rather than prioritizing short-term products alone. These principles guide my commitment to training the next generation of scientists, supporting students as they build confidence and take ownership of their work.
I take a similar approach in the classroom, where I aim to be an accessible presence that students feel comfortable approaching with questions. This creates an open, low-stakes learning environment that promotes engagement with course material and allows students to develop knowledge and skills that extend beyond the completion of the course.
Student Feedback
"Caleb was amazing. He was friendly and approachable which made going to labs much more enjoyable. I did not feel scared to ask questions and he explained concepts in a way that actually made sense and helped me learn."
"He was very approachable and patient whenever I had a question about a certain assignment or concept. He listened to my question and gave me his feedback with the best of his ability. His attitude in this class allowed me to feel comfortable and confident to be successful in this course."
"Genuinely most approachable teaching assistant ever! I never felt my question was too stupid to ask, he was the most patient instructor despite some of the craziest questions and technical issues we encountered."
"The TA was the best!! He was so approachable and helpful. Whenever anyone including myself needed help within the labs, he was very attentive and always helped. He explained things in a clear and concise manner. One of the best TAs I've had."
Courses Taught as a Teaching Assistant
University of Texas at Austin
Cognitive Neuroscience — Fall 2025
Advanced Data Analysis and Methods for the Behavioral Sciences — Spring 2025
Advanced Data Analysis and Methods for the Behavioral Sciences — Fall 2024
Arizona State University
Introduction to Psychology — Spring 2022
Introduction to Psychology — Fall 2021
Introduction to Psychology — Spring 2021