Our Team at Mathnasium of Burlington Lexington

Liza Dann

Education: 

B.S. Mathematics, Northeastern University 

M.S. Applied Mathematics (Data Science Concentration)

Northeastern University M.S. Mechanical Engineering, Johns Hopkins University (Expected 2027–2029)

Years of experience teaching math: 

2 years

What do you like most about learning? 

I love that learning keeps me sharp and constantly challenges me to grow. There is always something new to discover or a deeper way to understand something I thought I already knew. That drive to keep pushing myself is what led me to pursue multiple graduate degrees and it is something I bring into every teaching environment.

What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?

The biggest impact I have had is building confidence. When a student believes in their own ability, everything changes. They think more clearly, they are more willing to tackle difficult problems, and they stop seeing math as something to fear. I have found that when students start on the right foot and gain that early confidence, it creates a foundation that carries them far beyond the classroom.

What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?

I enjoy teaching pure mathematics, specifically number theory. There is something special about introducing students to the idea that math is more than just calculations and formulas. Number theory opens the door to thinking about math in a deeper, more abstract way and I love watching students experience that shift in perspective for the first time.

How do you make learning math fun for students?

I focus heavily on positive reinforcement and making sure students can see their own progress. When a student recognizes how far they have come and understands that the effort they put in now makes everything easier down the road, it transforms their attitude toward learning. Math stops feeling like a chore and starts feeling like something they are actually good at.