Our Team

Pauline has been a Medical Laboratory Scientist for over 15 years, using Math and Science in her daily work. She understands the importance of having a strong foundation in Math opens many opportunities to a child’s future. Pauline graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology and finished some graduate course work at the University of St. Thomas. Pauline is married to an Electrical Engineer and is raising two gifted children who thoroughly enjoy the Mathnasium experience.   Pauline decided to open a Mathnasium center in Cottage Grove to help children improve their Math skills and as a way of giving back to the community that they have lived in for the last ten years.

Mika Linke, Assistant Center Director

Mika is a Preschool Teacher with the Little Sprouts Childcare and Preschool where she designs an inquiry-based, early childhood curriculum that focuses on mathematical conceptualization and pre-literacy skills, as well as science, social studies, and character education. She has also been an AVID Tutor with the South Washington County School District. As an AVID tutor, Mika taught students to utilize problem solving methodology and techniques during tests and assignments. She created an interactive environment to maintain student interest and facilitate learning.  Most importantly, Mika encourage students to persevere with challenging tasks they encounter in their learning.

Michael Cauthorn, Instructor

Michael is a studious Senior at East Ridge High School.  He is the captain of the math team and has a love for Math and Logic. When he graduates high school, Michael wants to major in Computer Science. Besides school, Michael participates in Debate in the Summer and Fall. Before Mathnasium, Michael successfully tutored a student who has since graduated high school, and now attends college.