Our Team

As a child growing up in India, Rayan always enjoyed learning and teaching math. My love towards Math has gravitated me to pursue degree in Mechanical Engineering. Following his graduation Rayan has moved to Minnesota to pursue his Masters in Computer Science. He took numerous roles in IT departments of large multinational companies. He believes in continuous learning, recently he has completed his executive MBA from Carlson School of Business. Being part of Mathnasium, Rayan is following his lifelong passion and commitment of helping students and parents in building lifelong love towards Math.

My name is Shannon Sasek and I am a graduate from Central Washington University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education as well as Early Childhood Education. I received my Washington State teaching certification through Seattle Pacific University. I have been an educator in the Kent School District for the past 7 years teaching in grades 1-3. Teaching is my true passion and something I have always dreamed of doing. I believe that all children will learn if given the proper foundation to do so. I most recently chose to extend my teaching experience by joining the Mathnasium Team in 2005, becoming the Center Director in the Kent Mathnasium. I now oversee both the Kent and Covington Centers and focus on the Education enrichment of the learning center. I believe my purpose in both careers is to teach minds, touch hearts and instill a love of learning for a lifetime in the students who I cross paths with.

Our teaching staff consists primarily of top-notch college students, experienced tutors, and certified teachers. All of our staff are trained and certified through a Mathnasium Training Program before they can teach students. Our staff not only does an excellent job of teaching math, but they create a positive atmosphere and provide the support and encouragement students may need. Many of our staff have attended local high schools and colleges and understand the curriculum being taught in the schools. Kids often appreciate the personal tips their instructors can give them about upcoming classes or standardized tests. All of our instructors are passionate about math and love to work with the kids. They are there to help kids succeed in school and in life.