Our Team
Our specially trained math instructors will teach your child how to understand math in an individual setting; our unique approach enables us to explain concepts really well and lend a helping hand to every student. Our tutors foster a caring, encouraging environment that helps kids thrive and learn! Read below to learn more about our talented team:
Lisa Howell, Center Director
Lisa holds a BS in Mathematics with a minor in Electrical Engineering from Rensselear Polytechnic Institute. She is very patient with children while she helps them learn math and always enjoys the moments when they "get it."
Favorite number: 3, because it is the only number that is both a Fermat ((2^2^n) + 1) and Mersenne prime ((2^p)-1).
Math joke: It is impossible to trisect an angle using a straightedge and a compass - partially because nobody knows where to find a compass anymore.
Unique attribute: Lisa has assembled her own computer.
Mitchell MacAdams, Lead Instructor
Mitchell is currently in his second year at the College of Southern Maryland and pursuing a degree in Aeronautical Engineering. He has been with Mathnasium for over a year, after working a previous customer service job. He believes that his prior work experiences has developed his patience and diversified his communication skills.
He loves working with the students and can turn any student's frown upside-down!
Favorite Number: 10, because that was always my sports number.
Favorite Math Joke: What do you call a number that can't keep still? A roamin' numeral.
Interesting Fact: Played basketball and baseball for 12 years.
Rebecca Stauffer, Instructor
Rebecca has a B.S. in Applied Mathematics with a minor in Computer Science from Towson University. She is currently working as a Computer Scientist at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. Rebecca has been with Mathnasium of California MD since it opened in February of 2016. She loves seeing how excited students get when they finally understand a topic they've been struggling with for a long time.
Favorite Number: 21, because it is 3 times as lucky as the number 7!
Favorite Math Joke: Why are obtuse angles always so sad? Because they're never right!
Interesting Fact: Rebecca is a lover of fantasy novels and has written three of her own.
Sam Hall, Instructor
Sam recently graduated Chopticon High School and is currently attending CSM pursuing a degree in computer science. He enjoys seeing students improve over time and becoming more confident with their math abilities.
Favorite Number: 4, because it is spelled with four letters.
Favorite Math Joke: How do you make seven an even number? You take the "s" out.
Interesting Fact: He enjoys driving and considers it a stress reliever.
Carter Russell, Instructor
Gary Pavis, Instructor
Marianne Beaulieu, Instructor
Marianne is a senior at Great Mills High School and part of the STEM Academy. She is interested in pursuing degrees in math and biology. Math is her favorite subject because she loves to see how it makes up the world around us. She hopes to instill the same passion for math in the students she works with.
Favorite Number: 3; she is the third child in her family, her birthday is on April 3, and her favorite shape is a triangle
Favorite Math Joke: The math limerick ( (12 + 144 + 20 + 3 Sqrt[4]) / 7 ) + 5*11 = 92 + 0
(Read as: A Dozen, a gross, and a score
Plus three times the square root of four
Divided by seven
Plus five times eleven
Is nine squared and not a bit more)Unique Attribute: Marianne loves to perform and has been the lead in several plays.
David Cannavo, Instructor
Thomas Schwartzenburg, Instructor
Hunter Draheim, Instructor
Amy Windsor, Instructor
Amy received a BA in Mathematics from Washington College. She currently works in the Cost Department at NAVAIR.
Favorite number: 3, because it is my birthday.
Math joke: Why is 6 afraid of 7? Because 7 8 9.
Interesting fact: Amy has a pet rabbit named Ferris.
Kama Friedman, Owner and Center Director
Kama received a BS degree in Mathematics from the University of Maryland, College Park in 1992. In 2010 she attained an MBA from the University of Maryland, University College. Having tutored many students in various mathematics subjects for more than 20 years she is looking forward to continuing her quest to help students love math. She has heard too many students claim to not like math, but she understands that their dislike stems from a lack of understanding. Learning to understand math and successfully solve problems build confidence in every student. This brings satisfaction to so many and Kama is looking forward to many "A-ha!" moments.
Paul Friedman, Owner
Paul Friedman, Owner
Paul introduced Kama to Mathnasium after having heard many commercials about the company. He has been actively involved in coaching many sports over the years with their two sons, Jordon and Clayton. Children relate to Paul because of his ability to address their needs and communicate with them on their level. He is looking forward to working in a behind-the-scenes support role to help this location run smoothly and efficiently.
Joe Miller, Instructor
Joe is an alumnus of the University of Maryland College Park with a BA in Communication. Math has always been a favorite subject of his and he really enjoys working with children and helping them learn and appreciate all that mathematics has to offer.
| Sun | CLOSED |
| Mon | 3:00 - 7:30 PM |
| Tues | 3:00 - 7:30 PM |
| Wed | 3:00 - 7:30 PM |
| Thurs | 3:00 - 7:30 PM |
| Fri | 4:30 - 6:30 PM |
| GAME NIGHT (Every 3rd Friday) 5:30 - 7:30 PM | |
| Sat | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
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