Our Team at Mathnasium of Mira Mesa & Scripps Ranch

Ana

Ana holds a B.S. in Criminology and Justice Studies with a minor in Sociology from California State University San Marcos. With over a decade of experience teaching math, she specializes in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, and high school Integrated Math. 

She also has a background in SAT/ACT prep and college admissions support. Having once struggled with math herself, Ana loves helping students build confidence and enjoy learning. She believes in the power of personalized instruction and the Mathnasium Method. In her free time, Ana enjoys hiking, the gym, local restaurants, and San Diego’s beaches.

Andy

Andy earned a B.S. in Mathematics with minors in Chemistry and Education. He has over six years of tutoring experience and teaches math from elementary through college levels. His favorite subjects are Calculus, Combinatorics, and Topology. 

Andy once struggled with math and only excelled after rebuilding his foundation in college. This gives him a unique ability to recognize when students are missing key concepts and guide them to understanding. He enjoys helping students grow confident in their skills and succeed with support tailored to their needs.

Justin

Justin is pursuing a B.A. in Physics with minors in Mathematics and Spatial Studies. A Poway High School graduate, he has always appreciated math for its logic and universal application. 

He’s passionate about helping students feel less intimidated by math and more excited to learn. Justin’s goal is to make math approachable, understandable, and rewarding. Outside of Mathnasium, he enjoys hiking, biking, going to the gym, and spending time with friends and family.

Katelyn

Katelyn is currently studying Aerospace Engineering at San Diego State University. She has always loved math and enjoys sharing that passion with students at Mathnasium. 

She previously tutored in the Miramar College Math Lab and enjoys teaching topics like Calculus and solving complex math problems. Katelyn brings patience and enthusiasm to each session. In her free time, she enjoys baking and spending time at the beach.

Tucker

Tucker graduated from Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Oklahoma. He has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering. Tucker has always enjoyed math and after having the opportunity to be an eighth-grade Algebra teacher at a private school, he discovered he enjoyed teaching math as much as learning it. Tucker finds it gratifying to help students understand concepts and develop confidence in their abilities. In his free time, Tucker loves playing PC video games, spending time traveling with his wife, and learning to play the violin.

Ryan

Ryan graduated from Beckman High School in Irvine and is currently pursuing a B.S. degree in Structural Engineering at the University of California San Diego (UCSD). As an aspiring engineer, he loves exploring every concept of math. Math has always been his favorite subject throughout his academic career. Ryan has enjoyed tutoring his fellow students and is now able to explore this passion at Mathnasium. In his free time, he enjoys snowboarding, playing video games, and spending quality time with friends.