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.

Jesse

Director of School Partnerships

Jesse graduated from California State University, Northridge, with a degree in Math – Secondary Teaching. His professional focus centers on making math more approachable for students by simplifying complex topics through the Mathnasium Method™. 

With a love for astronomy, computer engineering, and video games, Jesse connects with students on multiple levels. He is passionate about helping students build a strong understanding of math that empowers them both in school and in life. 

Rheya

Senior Assistant Center Director

Rheya is currently pursuing a degree in Engineering at Pierce College. She enjoys playing volleyball, reading, and spending time with friends, and brings the same energy and positivity into every session at Mathnasium. 

Rheya is passionate about making up for the learning gaps students may have experienced in school. She values the opportunity to help students truly understand math concepts they may have missed and works to support their growth with encouragement and care. 

Ben

Assistant Center Director

Ben is studying Mathematics at California State University, Northridge. He enjoys chess, reading, hiking, and trips to the beach, and brings a thoughtful and calm approach to his teaching. 

Ben appreciates the collaborative spirit among instructors at Mathnasium. He enjoys working in an environment where everyone is dedicated to team teaching and helping students gain clarity and confidence in math.

Daena

Lead Instructor

Daena is currently enrolled in the School of Nursing at Azusa Pacific University, pursuing her RN-BSN degree. In her free time, she enjoys Pilates and spending time with close friends and loved ones. 

At Mathnasium, Daena values the opportunity to work closely with students and guide them as they improve their math skills. Her supportive and encouraging teaching style helps students feel more confident and capable as they progress through their learning journey.

Madeline

Lead Instructor

School Attending: California State University, Northridge

Major: Computer Science

Hobbies & Interests: My hobbies include music, puzzles, and baking sweets

What I love about Mathnasium: I love the atmosphere at Mathnasium making math a fun subject to learn with mastery checks, wheel spins, and prize incentives. It’s a joy to watch the kids being excited to complete their personalized learning plan.

Richard

Instructor

School Attending: UCLA

Major: Aerospace Engineering 

Hobbies & Interests: I enjoy going to the beach, listening to music, and working on my project car

What I love about Mathnasium: I love the collaborative nature of Mathnasium and how dedicated everyone is towards developing a nurturing environment for all students.  

Heather

Instructor

School Attending: California State University, Northridge

Major: Business Administration.  

Hobbies & Interests:  I do ballet and participate in dance performances and in my free time, I like to paint and read

What I love about Mathnasium:  I love how Mathnasium welcomes students of all ages and levels and creates a unique plan for their math skills to grow.  

Claire

Instructor

School Attending: California State University, Northridge

Intended Major: Kinesiology Exercise Science

Hobbies & Interests: Art, music (piano and violin), and volunteering 

What I love about Mathnasium: I love the community at Mathnasium as everyone knows each others names and can engage in small talk with anyone that comes in. 

Garrett

Instructor

School Attending: California State University, Northridge

Major: Mechanical Engineering

Hobbies & Interests: I was a 2021-2022 Academic Decathlon National Champion. My favorite things to do are play games, complete puzzles, and sleep in. I also like building things.

What I love about Mathnasium: I love the friendliness of the staff and how well they teach concepts. The curriculum is really well structured and makes it easy to teach and easy to learn. The idea of numbers sense is a really good concept that all kids should learn.

Julia

Instructor

School Attending: UCLA

Major: Electrical Engineering

Hobbies & Interests: I enjoy Animal Crossing, listening to music, and spending time with my friends

What I love about Mathnasium: I love helping students learn and love math! The students and staff are all very friendly.

Seoyoon

Instructor

School Attending: The Science Academy STEM Magnet High School 

Intended Major: I plan to pursue mechanical engineering! 

Hobbies & Interests: Playing tennis and badminton, visiting cafes, and solving complex problems

What I love about Mathnasium: I like seeing students understand a difficult concept through tutoring and say "I finally get it!"

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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