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.

Helena

Assistant Center Director

Helena is the Assistant Center Director and a second-year student at San Diego State University, majoring in Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Math. She has been tutoring since high school and enjoys helping students build confidence in their academic journey. 

Helena’s goal is to become an elementary school teacher, and she finds joy in encouraging students to believe in themselves. Outside of Mathnasium, she enjoys horseback riding and cooking for friends. 

Joaquin

Assistant Center Director

Joaquin is an Assistant Center Director and a freshman at San Diego State University majoring in Biochemistry. A former Hawaii resident, Joaquin values community and collaboration, which he brings into the learning environment at Mathnasium. 

He is passionate about math and understands the challenges students face. His goal is to reduce frustration and make math more accessible. Outside of work, Joaquin enjoys fitness, spending time with his pets, and diving into his studies. 

Vincent

Lead Instructor

Vincent is a senior at the University of California San Diego pursuing a degree in Human Biology. He’s been with Mathnasium since 2021 and also works as a teaching assistant at UCSD. He’s passionate about helping students grow and believes in the importance of strong math foundations. 

Outside the center, Vincent enjoys sports stats (especially NBA), video games, and volunteering, recently traveling to Mexico to assist at a medical clinic. He loves the impact Mathnasium has on students' academic confidence and growth. 

Fazal

Insructor

Fazal brings a strong STEM background to his role at Mathnasium. Originally from Afghanistan, he studied engineering and applied his skills through NGO work supporting refugees. In San Diego, he continued his education in computer science. 

Fazal is passionate about helping students make sense of math through effective strategies and enjoys learning alongside them. He finds joy in the center’s friendly environment and values contributing to student success. 

Scott

Instructor


Scott graduated from State University of New York with a major in Physics and a minor in Math. He enjoys teaching Astrocamp in the summer and most recently moved to sunny San Diego to pursue his MS in education.


He has an interest in all things 'nerdy' from programming arduino robots to find high intensity of light and high concentration of gasses to Dungeons & Dragons. He may also surprise you with his amazing tenor voice if you catch him singing to songs out loud. 


Scott has a passion for physics, math, and education and he is a huge asset to our team.


Favorite number: 24 (It's divisible by so many wonderful numbers. 7 is
my least favorite number because it divides other things in very ugly
ways)


Favorite math joke: There are three kinds of people in this world:
those who can count and those who can't.


In five years I will be: Teaching high school physics!


I love Mathnasium because: I thoroughly enjoy teaching math to
students because it is personally gratifying to me.

Nate

Instructor

Nate is an undergraduate student at San Diego State University, double majoring in Applied Mathematics and Data Science. Alongside his studies, he works as a research assistant at SDSU, contributing to projects in mathematical and computational sciences. Outside of Mathnasium, he enjoys surfing, DJing, playing saxophone, and cheering on the Padres. With mathematics as his passion, he hopes to pursue graduate studies and inspire others by sharing the elegance of math.

Eric

Instructor

Eric graduated from Olympic College in 2023 and is working towards a bachelor's in Mathematics at USD. Since a kid, he's always enjoyed watching Khan Academy and other math YouTube videos, and ever since has been fascinated with the subject and known he wanted to be a mathematician for as long as he can remember. After volunteering to tutor at his high school, Eric has since enjoyed explaining and breaking down math to anyone at any chance.

Favorite number: i or 0, because they make no sense and a lot of sense at the same time.
Favorite math joke: There are three types of people in this world. Those who can count, and those who cannot. 
In five years I will be: Working in the mathematics field.
I love Mathnasium because: I love talking about Math, and those really satisfying moments when something complicated becomes simple. 


Chris

Instructor

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Sofia

Instructor

Sofia enjoys working with children and has much experience as the eldest of four girls. She discovered her love for math early on - after seeing friends struggle, she dedicated her efforts to tutoring. She decided she would help change the effect math can have on a students' perception of what they can and cannot do. She didn't like the way one comment or test score could affect a students' entire outlook on math. She is currently helping us test our SAT/ACT prep courses. 

In her free time she likes to play violin, compete in gymnastics, and volunteer at animal shelters. Her kindness, patience, and passion for service make her truly stand out. 

Oscar

Instructor

Oscar has a long history with math. From an early age he realized that he had a gift for understanding and teaching others. This led him to one of the few full scholarships at the UNI (National University of Engineering) in Peru - the top university for engineers in Peru. He has a Bachelors of Science in Systems Engineering, a MS in Management Information Systems, and an MS in Finance. His career has spanned many high-level positions at IBM, Burger King Corp., and Miami Dade County. 


As a way to give back, he has also held several university-level positions as a professor, teaching the youth in Peru as well as here in the United States. He enjoys making a difference in the lives of others and sparking a joy for math when his students make connections on concepts.

Joanna

Instructor

Joanna is an undergraduate at Washington University majoring in Applied Mathematics. When she’s not at Mathnasium, Joanna enjoys challenging sports of all kinds. Little known fact - she is a top level 10 gymnast and has competed at the National level. She also speaks Spanish and Mandarin.

Although she attended rigorous and prestigious schools, she understands the importance of balancing a schedule and is excellent with helping students adapt to new environments. Her caring and kind nature really help keep students focused and interested in math.

Jacob

Instructor

Jacob is an Electrical Engineering Masters student with a strong background in math, problem-solving, and STEM education. He has experience as a teaching assistant and STEM instructor, working with students of all ages to build strong foundations and confidence in math through clear explanations and individualized support.

Favorite number

19 was my number in football up until college 

Math Joke

Q:Why did the student bring a ladder to class 

A: to reach the high numbers 

I love Mathnasium because:

I believe that confidence in math opens doors to countless opportunities, especially in STEM fields. Helping students develop problem-solving skills and a growth mindset is something I’m passionate about, and Mathnasium provides the environment to make that impact.


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.

Quote Quote
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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