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My son is going to this location since last year. He is in 11th grade and Math was hard. Now I see an improv...
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The team at Mathnasium Alexandria is phenomenal. My child has excelled in math at school, and it is truly his ...
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94%
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
93%
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
90%
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
Our Results
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
At Mathnasium of Alexandria City, our specially trained tutors use the Mathnasium Method™ to help students build a deep understanding of math. This proprietary teaching approach blends personalized learning plans with mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written techniques, ensuring instruction is tailored to each student’s unique needs and learning style.
The Mathnasium Method™ is designed to create a solid foundation for math excellence, helping students truly understand—and even enjoy—math.
Our caring, specially trained math tutors in Alexandria provide face-to-face instruction in a supportive and engaging group environment. We work with K-12 students of all skill levels, both in-center and online, to help them reach their full math potential.
Learn how Mathnasium tutors helped Malachi gain confidence in math.
At Mathnasium of Alexandria City, students receive personalized learning plans designed around a detailed assessment of their skill level, challenges, and academic goals.
This customized approach helps students learn at their own pace while strengthening critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the confidence needed to succeed in math.
Discover how Mathnasium helped Maddie transform her math skills to achieve more confidence in the subject. Initially struggling with the lowest math grades in her class, Maddie worked with our tutors using a personalized approach tailored to her specific needs.
Math Tutors Near You
We specialize in math-only instruction with a customized and fun learning approach that delivers results. We proudly serve families in Alexandria and neighboring communities, including:
Specially Trained and Caring Team
Brett Shelby
Center Director
Brett holds an Associate’s degree in Business Administration from NVCC and brings years of customer service and leadership experience to Mathnasium. He previously worked as an Account Executive at Yelp, where he developed strong marketing and communication skills.
Outside of work, Brett privately tutored high school students in algebra and geometry, which reignited his love for math education. He’s passionate about helping students grow in confidence while conquering math challenges. Brett is a lifelong Packers fan, sports enthusiast, and a dedicated volunteer with Bereaved Parents USA.
Lisa King
Area Manager
Lisa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish with a minor in Linguistics from the University of Mary Washington. She joined Mathnasium in 2021 and quickly advanced through roles as Assistant Center Director and Center Director before becoming Area Manager.
Previously, Lisa worked as a Bilingual Membership Specialist with the Girl Scouts Council of Nation's Capital. She’s passionate about guiding students from where they are to where they want to be. When she’s not supporting families at Mathnasium, she enjoys painting, running her business Lisa Marie Designs Co., and playing with her cats, Peter Rabbit and Luna.
Ben Bramsen
Senior Regional Director
Ben began his educational career while volunteering with marine animals at the Indianapolis Zoo. Answering questions about conservation sparked his passion for teaching and learning.
At Mathnasium, Ben values seeing students make progress every day through meaningful instruction. Outside of work, he enjoys exploring nature, traveling, and playing guitar, though he claims his skills are a work in progress.
Jeff McCabe
President
Jeff holds a degree in Economics from James Madison University and a Master’s in Education from George Mason University. He taught high school and college math for 10 years before transitioning to leadership roles in national restaurant brands.
Now at Mathnasium, Jeff combines his operations expertise with a passion for education. He enjoys helping students thrive through personalized learning. Outside of work, he spends time with his wife of 28 years, their two dogs, and visiting their three adult children.
James Temple
CEO
James earned a Mathematics degree from the University of Virginia in 2000 and served seven years as an aircraft maintenance officer in the U.S. Air Force. During that time, he tutored homeschooled children, gaining a deeper appreciation for math education.
In 2007, he returned to UVA to earn an MBA from the Darden School of Business. Now as CEO of Mathnasium, James is committed to helping students overcome frustration and find joy in learning math.
Students can take 3 easy steps to enroll at Mathnasium.
All students begin their Mathnasium journey with a diagnostic assessment that pinpoints what they already know and what they still need to learn.
FAQ
Mathnasium of Alexandria City is located at 4605 Duke Street, in the Foxchase Shopping Center near Harris Teeter, just down the road from the Alexandria Library. The center is easily accessible for families from neighborhoods throughout Alexandria and nearby Arlington.
We serve students from across the Alexandria area, including:
Bishop Ireton
Douglas MacArthur Elementary School
James K. Polk Elementary School
Samuel Tucker Elementary School
Patrick Henry Elementary School
Francis C. Hammond Middle School
St. Mary’s Catholic School
Alexandria City High School (formerly T.C. Williams)
Washington International Academy
Yes! Mathnasium of Alexandria City offers both in-center and online tutoring. Whether students attend in person or online, they receive personalized, face-to-face instruction from our specially trained tutors in a supportive and engaging group environment designed to help them thrive.
No. Students who attend online sessions receive the same quality of live, face-to-face instruction in a supportive group environment, personalized learning plans, and caring guidance from our tutors as they would at our Alexandria City learning center.
We work with students in grades K–12 on a wide range of math classes and topics, from early childhood math and arithmetic to Algebra and Geometry.
Our specially trained tutors use personalized learning plans to help students make sense of math, close knowledge gaps, and build the problem-solving skills they need to succeed in school and beyond.
We offer math-only tutoring with a flat monthly fee and no long-term contracts. While we typically recommend 2–3 sessions per week, we'll work with you to find the right schedule. Start with a free assessment to determine what works best for your student.
For enrollment details, contact us at [email protected].
No. The cost of tutoring remains the same regardless of whether your child attends sessions in person, online, or in a hybrid format.
Each student begins their Mathnasium experience with a diagnostic assessment. This allows us to understand their current skill level, identify gaps in knowledge, and define academic goals. With these insights, we build a personalized learning plan tailored to their needs.
At Mathnasium of Alexandria City, we don’t follow a rigid school curriculum. Instead, we use the Mathnasium Method™, a proprietary teaching approach that blends personalized learning plans with proven instructional strategies.
This approach focuses on helping students make sense of math and close their knowledge gaps. We teach using a variety of techniques to build solid foundations for math mastery and develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and confidence that students carry into the classroom and beyond.
Yes. Mathnasium of Alexandria City supports students of all skill levels. Whether they need help catching up or are ready to move ahead, our team provides targeted instruction to meet their goals.
Students who are behind in their math studies will receive step-by-step support to fill learning gaps and gradually expand their mathematical thinking. Advanced learners, on the other hand, will benefit from enrichment that provides new, exciting challenges and keeps them motivated and engaged.
Yes! We welcome homeschooled students from Alexandria and surrounding areas. Our personalized programs are a great complement to home-based education and help ensure students stay on track or even get ahead in math.
Yes. During each session, our tutors can set aside time to help students with their math homework. We reinforce classroom learning and help students build a stronger grasp of math concepts.
No. All instruction happens during in-center or online sessions with our specially trained tutors. We do not assign homework, allowing students to focus fully during their sessions and make measurable progress.
Yes. We prepare students for standardized and school-based math tests, including state exams, ACT®, and SAT®. Our test prep combines personalized learning plans, focused practice, and targeted strategies to help students perform their best.
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