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Mathnasium of Chesapeake's personalized algebra tutoring programs are designed to support students at every stage of their math journey.
We help students transition from concrete to abstract thinking, mastering integers, fractions, order of operations, and introductory variables while building the algebraic reasoning needed for Algebra 1.
Our caring tutors guide students through multi-step equations, linear functions, graphing, and word problems using personalized plans that turn this pivotal course into a confident foundation for future math success.
We support students with fast-paced, complex topics—factoring polynomials, quadratics, exponentials, and logarithms—building advanced problem-solving skills needed for Precalculus and college-prep coursework.
At Mathnasium of Chesapeake, our specially trained math tutors help students of all skill levels learn and master algebra. We support students in Prealgebra, Algebra 1, and Algebra 2, as well as topics like expressions, equations, functions, graphing, polynomials, and exponential relationships.
We provide personalized, face-to-face instruction in a caring and fun group environment. Our tutors use clear, everyday language, meet students where they are, and guide them step by step so algebra feels understandable and confidence-building.
We use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach designed to help students truly understand how algebra works while strengthening critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Our tutors combine proven interactive techniques with personalized learning plans tailored to each student’s needs and learning style. This makes algebra clear, meaningful, and easier to apply both in class and in real-world situations.
Students’ Mathnasium journey begins with a diagnostic assessment that helps us identify their current skills, learning gaps, and goals. Using these insights, we create a personalized learning plan that focuses on exactly what each student needs, whether they need to catch up, keep up, or get ahead.
With the plan in place, our tutors deliver targeted, supportive instruction, adapting in real time to the student’s learning style. This approach helps students fill knowledge gaps, strengthen foundational skills, and build lasting confidence as they progress through algebra.
Our Results
94%
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
93%
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
90%
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
Our Results
The Proof Is In The Numbers
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
Algebra Tutors Near You
Our team helps students in Chesapeake and nearby communities build algebra skills through personalized learning and caring guidance. We proudly serve local communities, including:
Specially Trained and Caring Team
Sue Kassel
Education Coordinator
Sue is a proud mother of five who brings warmth and expertise to Mathnasium. With three degrees in Math and Electrical Engineering, she combines a love of problem solving with years of experience helping students grow in confidence and skill.
She’s an active volunteer in her church and local schools and believes learning should always be engaging. In her spare time, Sue enjoys Sudoku, crossword puzzles, and any activity that keeps her mind sharp and curious.
Dave Weddle
Instructor
Dave is a retired small business manager and proud father of four homeschooled children. Encouraged by his kids to share his patience and love of learning, he joined Mathnasium to help students find confidence and enjoyment in math.
Outside of the classroom, Dave spends time with his wife and children exploring the outdoors and staying active as a family. His calm, encouraging approach helps students overcome challenges and discover that math can be both meaningful and fun.
Kathy Kornman
Instructor
Kathy holds degrees in Math, Physics, and Numerical Analysis, and has spent her career applying math to a variety of professional and volunteer roles. Her passion for the subject extends into her personal life, where she finds mathematical beauty in creative pursuits like sewing and photography.
At Mathnasium, Kathy enjoys helping students connect math concepts to the world around them and develop confidence in their problem-solving skills. She loves seeing students realize how math is woven into everyday life—and even once taught her rescue beagle to count to three.
Bhuvanesh Skandaraj
Instructor
Bhuvanesh is a senior in the STEM Academy's Programming pathway at Grassfield High School and an aspiring Electrical Engineer. He is interested in math (mainly calculus) as well as physics, and has himself been a Mathnasium student since elementary school. In his freetime, he enjoys both playing video games and developing them for competitions.
Suyambhav Saini
Instructor
Suyambhav is a Governor's STEM Academy student at Grassfield High School. His passion for math extends to the race track, where Suyambhav is a NASCAR Local Racing Series driver at Langley Speedway, where calculations are constantly made to optimize the car for the track conditions to win races. He enjoys interacting with students and seeing them progress in their math skills regularly.
Gracie Reine
Assistant Director
Gracie graduated from Regent University with a Bachelors of Science and a double major in Math and Computer Science and a minor in Biblical Studies. In her free time she enjoys crafting and being active in her local church. She also enjoys watching and playing soccer. She loves working with students at mathnasium because it is very rewarding seeing students reach that moment where things finally start to click.
Tucker McDermott
Instructor
Tucker is a student at Grassfield High School and a member of the Virginia Health Sciences Academy at Old Dominion University. He is a hard worker planning to major in Biomedical Engineering with a goal of becoming a Sports Medicine Physician. When he is not at work or at school, Tucker enjoys serving his community through nonprofit organizations such as Youth Volunteer Corps and Tidewater LEAD. He enjoys teaching math because he wants students to have the opportunity to be the best version of themselves.
Whether they would like to attend sessions in-center or online, students can take 3 easy steps to enroll at Mathnasium.
All students begin their Mathnasium journey with a diagnostic assessment that pinpoints what they already know and the algebraic concepts they still need to learn.
FAQ
Meet our algebra tutors at Mathnasium of Chesapeake, located at 940 Cedar Rd, #103, Chesapeake, VA 23322, near Starbucks, Yianni's Neighborhood Pizzeria and Family Restaurant, and Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics, with convenient parking and easy access for families.
Students can work with our tutors in person at the center or by joining live, face-to-face sessions with them online.
We proudly serve students from Chesapeake and surrounding areas. Local schools we support include:
Great Bridge Middle School
Hickory Middle School
Grassfield High School
Great Bridge High School
Hickory High School
Oscar Smith High School
Arete Academy
And more
Our tutors help students learn and master any algebra topic, including:
Writing and solving expressions and equations
Working with inequalities
Linear and quadratic functions
Graphing and systems of equations
Factoring and polynomials
Exponents, radicals, and rational expressions
Students follow personalized learning plans so they can focus on building the skills they need to advance on their math journey.
Every student who enrolls at Mathnasium of Chesapeake begins with a free diagnostic assessment. This helps our team pinpoint where the student currently stands in their algebra knowledge, identify any learning gaps, and understand their goals.
The assessment is designed to feel relaxed and conversational, so students feel at ease from the start. We use those insights to build a personalized learning plan tailored to exactly what each student needs.
At Mathnasium of Chesapeake, we do not follow a one-size-fits-all algebra curriculum. Instead, we use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach that combines personalized learning plans with proven instructional techniques to promote math mastery.
Our tutors build on what each student already knows, fill in knowledge gaps, and introduce new concepts in a logical sequence that helps students truly understand the material they are working with.
Our specially trained tutors work with students of all skill levels, including those who find algebra challenging.
We start by identifying the specific knowledge gaps, then work through them step by step at a pace that builds both understanding and confidence. Many students see improvement in their classroom performance once foundational concepts start to click.
Absolutely! We support students enrolled in honors or accelerated algebra courses, those preparing for more advanced coursework, and students looking for enrichment beyond the classroom.
We also help students strengthen algebra skills needed for college entrance exams such as the PSAT®, SAT®, and ACT®.
Yes. Our tutors incorporate homework help into each session as a natural part of the learning experience. Rather than just giving students answers, we use homework as a tool to reinforce the concepts they're working on and help them develop independence to tackle problems on their own.
Yes, Mathnasium of Chesapeake creates personalized learning plans and can align instruction with Virginia classroom expectations when needed.
We help students prepare for quizzes, unit tests, final and state exams, and standardized assessments that include algebra content, including the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) assessments.
Yes! Students can join live, face-to-face online sessions with our Chesapeake tutors. Online instruction follows each student's personalized learning plan and provides the same level of caring, real-time support as in-center tutoring.
Yes. Our tutors understand the Virginia Mathematics Standards of Learning (SOL) and the expectations of local schools.
Mathnasium creates personalized learning plans and can align those plans with state standards when needed to support classroom learning and assessment preparation.
Mathnasium of Chesapeake provides premium-value math tutoring for a flat monthly membership fee. Pricing depends on your student's individual plan and session schedule.
For specific pricing information, please contact our center directly. We're happy to walk you through the options and find a plan that fits your student's goals and your family's needs.
Getting started is simple! Email us at [email protected] or schedule your free assessment online.
The assessment gives us the information we need to build your child's personalized learning plan, and your child is ready to begin regular sessions within just a few days.
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3:00PM - 8:00PM
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10:00AM-1:00PM
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3:00PM - 8:00PM
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10:00AM-1:00PM
| Mon - Thu: | 3:00PM - 8:00PM |
| Sat: | 10:00AM-1:00PM |
| Mon - Thu: | 3:00PM - 8:00PM |
| Sat: | 10:00AM-1:00PM |
Have questions? Contact us.
(757) 277-9638
