Our Team at Mathnasium of Southern Highlands

Armen

I’m Armen! I am currently a senior in high school, and I am president of our school’s Speech and Debate program. I have a distinct love for public speaking and mathematics; being an instructor is a great combination of both. I look forward to instructing the next generation of students and helping them push themselves further in math!

Jason

I’m Jason. I’m a first-year student at UNLV and am currently working towards my degree in mathematics. I love math, soccer, and teaching. My passion for math began when I was young, and my goal is to instill the same passion in my students.

Damian

Collin

I'm Collin. I'm a high school junior working towards becoming a Civil Engineer. I love reading, problem-solving, and connecting with others. It's very inspiring to watch people grow in real time, so I really enjoy instructing and taking our students to the next level.

Deven

I love instructing at Mathnasium because of the connections I can make with the students and other instructors. I also love math, and I want to share its greatness with as many people as I can!

Sydney

I'm Ms. Sydney, and I'm a high school senior at WCTA who's always had a passion for math! I like instructing at Mathnasium because I love seeing the kids' days get better as their session goes on! I also love being able to show them little math tricks to make their work a little easier!

Dan Saposhnik

Dan earned a B.S. in Microbiology from the University of Arizona and an MBA in Accounting from Hofstra University. He worked as a CPA at Price Waterhouse before building successful companies in real estate and executive recruiting. Inspired by his mother, a longtime Las Vegas principal, Dan brings a deep passion for education and mentoring to Mathnasium.

He has taught and tutored children of all ages and is dedicated to helping students develop a love for math. Dan believes that with caring guidance and the right approach, every child can build confidence, succeed in school, and learn math in a way that makes sense.

Laurie Wasser Saposhnik

Laurie graduated from UCLA in 1986 with a B.A. in Communication Studies. Before joining Mathnasium, she built a successful career working with Fortune 500 high-tech companies, including IBM, SAP, EMC, TIBCO, and MicroStrategy.
Laurie’s passion for teaching and working with children is deeply rooted in her family values. Her father, a dedicated special education teacher, spent over 30 years shaping young minds in California. Following in his footsteps, Laurie is committed to empowering children in the Las Vegas community by improving their math skills, fostering a strong understanding of mathematical concepts, and building their confidence to succeed academically.
In addition to her work at Mathnasium, Laurie volunteers as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), where she advocates for the best interests of children in foster care. This role reflects her dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and supporting their growth and well-being.