Our staff is built to teach each student individually, to develop the skills they need to thrive in mathematics, and to foster a love of learning.

Daniel Chavez

Lead Instructor
Daniel is currently attending Texas State University and majoring in Wildlife Biology. Besides his love for animals, he likes drawing, making music, and learning advanced math.

Favorite Number: √2

Fun Fact:

I have gotten an A in all of my college math classes.

Favorite Math Joke:

Did you hear about the over-educated circle? It has 360 degrees!

In five years, I will be:

Contributing my efforts to preservation of marine life.

I love Mathnasium because:

Helping people learn to not fear math is a good cause.

Laney Stong

Lead Instructor
Laney is a sophomore at the University of Texas at Austin. She has lived in the area her entire life and loves the community. She used to participate in band in high school and is now attending UT Austin, pursuing an undergraduate degree in neuroscience. Laney online works on our @home platform.

Favorite Number: 217

Fun Fact:

I have been a Girl Scout for 12 years!

Favorite Math Joke:

Are monsters good at math? Not unless you Count Dracula!

In five years, I will:

Be finishing up my undergraduate degree!

I love Mathnasium because:

I love the environment of learning and helping kids to be more confident in their math skills! It’s amazing to see them progress and begin to believe in themselves.

Joseph Goffar

Instructor
Joseph is an undergraduate mechanical engineering student at UTSA. He’s a military brat who’s originally from Honolulu, but now calls Texas home. An avid video game player, 3D printing hobbyist, and Star Trek aficionado; Joseph is what professionals refer to as “a nerd.” Naturally, as a nerd, Joseph finds himself offended by such a Flanderized descriptor.

Favorite Number: 1015

Fun Fact:

Joseph, while tall, is very bad at basketball and will often resort to throwing with one hand while looking silly.

In five years:

I will be an overpaid desk junky doing CAD daily and using way too much paper.

I love Mathnasium because:

: It gives me a chance to work with a consistent schedule, not have an overly stressful job, and make some extra money to build up my investments.

Kristine Onejeme

Lead Instructor
Kristine is currently a high school student at Randolph and new to Texas. She has lived abroad her whole life with 12 years in Japan and 4 years in Guam. She aspires to join the medical field and volunteer for an international nonprofit emergency medical service organization. What makes her great with kids is her matching immature humor. Kristine started work here in June of 2023.

Favorite Number: 11

Fun Fact:

I’m learning 3 languages.

Favorite Math Joke:

Hey girl, you look like a 9/10, but I can be the 1 for you.

In five years

I will finally be happy, because I'll be working towards my degree and life's focus.

I love Mathnasium because:

the feeling of finally coming to an understanding of what a math classroom is trying to teach you is genuinely the most satisfying feeling and this center focuses on providing that.

Sofia Urbina

Lead Instructor
Sofia is currently a sophomore at Northeast Lakeview College. She’s originally from Chicago and recently moved to Texas. She wants to be a pediatrician when she’s older.

Favorite Number: 715

Fun Fact:

I speak 2 languages but I’m working on speaking French as well fluently

In five years:

I will hopefully be on my second year of medical school

I love Mathnasium because:

It’s a nice environment for kids to have fun with math and it’s better for learning math than a regular classroom setting.

Mack Tully

Instructor
Mack is a senior at the University of Texas, San Antonio. He has lived in Texas for al his life but has been all around the United States. He is a Computer Science Major and wants to revolutionize cyber security.

Favorite Number: i

Fun Fact:

I am a blackbelt in karate and have been in it since I was 4.

Favorite Math Joke:

Why did the obtuse angle go to the beach? Because it was over 90 degrees.

In five years, I will:

Be a government agent for cyber security.

I love Mathnasium because:

Math is the backbone of so many things and I think any program that strives to help people understand and appreciate math is wonderful.

Rolando Urbina

Instructor
Rolando is a junior at Wagner High school. He lived in Chicago before moving to Texas in 2022. He wants to attend UTSA to major in Architecture or Engineering. He enjoys running, biking, and being outdoors.

Favorite Number: 11

Fun Fact:

I run track and cross country.

Favorite Math Joke:

I have a scary math joke to tell, but I’m “2²” to tell it!

In five years, I will:

receive my Bachelor’s from College.

I love Mathnasium because:

It is a fun environment for kids to learn, and I wished I had access to Mathnasium as a kid.

Ethan Boutwell

Instructor
Ethan is a student at UTSA studying his 3rd year of computer science. He has lived in San Antonio his entire life and plans on moving to Dallas or Austin after graduation in order to pursue opportunities in technology.

Favorite Number: 3

Fun Fact:

In my free time I enjoy playing basketball and I’m also a movie lover.

Favorite Math Joke:

Never start a conversation with Pi. It’ll just go on forever

In five years, I will be:

be working to make a name for myself in tech and potentially living downtown in Dallas or Austin.

I love Mathnasium because:

I have a passion for helping others learn and I believe math is arguably the most important thing for a student to master.

Mia Stong

Instructor
Mia is a junior at Samuel Clemens High School. She has lived in Texas her whole life. She wants to go to the University of Texas at Austin to major in Biology. She enjoys reading, painting, and spending time around friends.

Favorite Number: 17

Fun Fact:

I have a sister and niece who live in Florida!

Favorite Math Joke:

What shape do you always have to be careful of? A trap-azoid!

In five years:

I will be a student in college.

I love Mathnasium because:

math is my favorite subject, and I love being able to help others!

Amy Sachs

Instructor
Amy is a retired high school math teacher with 28 years of experience, teaching in San Antonio ISD, Alamo Heights ISD and Northside ISD. She was born and raised in San Antonio, and is looking forward to helping kids find the excitement in mathematics!

Favorite Number: 3

Fun Fact:

I enjoy traveling to new places!

Favorite Math Joke:

What’s a birds favorite type of math? Owl-gebra!

In five years, I will:

have received my certification in Education for Ministry from the University of the South

I love Mathnasium because: providing students the opportunity to engage in mathematics in a fun manner while improving their skills is a must!

Christian Adame

Instructor
Christian is a student at UTSA studying his 2nd year of Biochemistry. He has lived in San Antonio for 10 years and plans on attending medical school in Austin or Dallas to further his education.

Favorite Number: 7

Fun Fact:

In my free time I enjoy playing soccer and playing my guitar.

Favorite Math Joke:

Why was the equal sign so humble? Because it knew it wasn't less than or greater than anyone else!

In five years I will:

be attending medical school either in Dallas or Austin.

I love Mathnasium because:

their personalized instruction and expert tutors have made math more engaging and build confidence in solving problems.

Our Mathnasium Mission

Teach children math so they understand it, master it, and love it. Math can change their lives, and they can change the world.

What I love about Mathnasium is the ability to teach problem-solving skills and make math make sense, while also making a student smile.
Amber W., Mathnasium Instructor

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