Our staff is built to teach each student individually, to develop the skills they need to thrive in mathematics, and to foster a love of learning.

Jun Makita

Lead Instructor

Jun is a graduate student in Public Health at the University of Alberta with a deep appreciation for math and its role in everyday life. He has completed courses in Linear Algebra, Calculus, and Statistics and uses this knowledge to support students through clear, approachable instruction. 

Jun enjoys playing tennis and golf in his spare time, and his favorite math joke is: “What’s the best way to get a math tutor? An Add!” He believes Mathnasium helps students build both numerical fluency and the mindset to approach real-world problems with confidence. 

Evan

Instructor

Evan currently attends Lillian Osborne High School and will be attending the University of Alberta in the fall. He is passionate about showing how mathematics can be both engaging and practical in everyday life. Evan has developed a strong understanding of advanced math courses and has completed all 30-1 level sciences, building a solid foundation and enthusiasm for STEM subjects.

Outside of academics, Evan enjoys sports such as baseball and hockey. His favorite math joke is, “Teaching math is basically turning ‘I can’t’ into ‘Ohhhh.’” He believes math is like solving a puzzle — once it clicks, it’s actually fun.

Chirooth

Lead Instructor
Chirooth is an undergraduate student at the University of Alberta completing his degree in computer science. He has completed courses in calculus, linear algebra, statistics, and geometry. He loves mathematics and views the world through a mathematical lens.
In his spare time, Chirooth enjoys music and playing sports such as volleyball and cricket. One of his favorite math jokes is: “Why don’t atheists do well with exponents? Because they don’t believe in higher powers.”
He loves learning mathematics in different ways, and exploring how people understand math is something he is deeply interested in. He believes that Mathnasium aids students in building strong foundational mathematical skills while also developing critical thinking, rather than relying on memorization.

Ethan

Instructor

Ethan is a recent graduate of the University of Alberta in political science and economics, with experience applying mathematical concepts into practical and concrete decision-making. He has experience being a learning assistant with the Kumon organization/method and loves to mentor and teach youth while volunteering outside of work. 


In his spare time, Ethan enjoys physical activities such as going to the gym or playing basketball. He also enjoys playing music, with experience with acoustic, electric, and bass guitar. His favourite math joke is Did you know that there are three kinds of people in the world? Here they are: people who can count and people who can’t. He believes that Mathnasium can allow for the space to develop fundamental skills that will be applicable for everyday professional and personal life, not just developing students academically, but also as people. 

Our Mathnasium Mission

Teach children math so they understand it, master it, and love it. Math can change their lives, and they can change the world.

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What I love about Mathnasium is the ability to teach problem-solving skills and make math make sense, while also making a student smile.
Amber W., Mathnasium Instructor

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