Edina
7104 Amundson Avenue
Edina, MN 55439
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.
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.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education (K–8) from University of Wisconsin Eau Claire and Western Governors University
Years of experience teaching math:
5 years
What do you like most about learning?
I love that learning opens the door to discovery. There’s always a moment when something “clicks,” and seeing students experience that spark of understanding is incredibly rewarding. Learning encourages curiosity, builds confidence, and shows students that they are capable of more than they realized.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
One of my most impactful experiences was working with a student who believed they “just weren’t a math person.” Through consistent support, individualized strategies, and celebrating small successes, the student not only caught up academically but started approaching challenges with confidence. By the end of our time together, they were proudly taking on advanced problems and helping their peers—proof that mindset and encouragement can transform a student’s relationship with math.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I make learning math fun by connecting concepts to real-life situations, using games and hands-on activities, and encouraging students to explore different strategies. When students feel engaged, supported, and free to be creative, math becomes something they look forward to rather than something they fear.
Education:
Up to Ordinary Differential Equations.
Years of experience teaching math:
1 year
What do you like most about learning?
Many of the things I learn aren’t as obvious as they first seem. I like going beyond what I take at face value and figuring out what’s going on at a deeper level.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
My instruction is most impactful when I facilitate a feeling of individual discovery. Those “eureka!” moments are my favorite part of Mathnasium, because they always come from a true leap in understanding.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Math is arguably the most abstract area of study one can learn. While it is certainly interesting by itself, I derive the most enjoyment from its applications, especially physics.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I find that students often become bored and disinterested when they don’t understand the reasoning behind the formulae or methods they’re applying. Instead, deriving these ideas from intuition is not only more rewarding, but also more fun and engaging.
Education:
High school junior
Years of experience teaching math:
<1 year
What do you like most about learning?
The ability to teach others and apply learning to the real world.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Calculus
How do you make learning math fun for students?
By presenting them with multiple learning styles for each student. I personalize their learning.
Education:
Junior at Edina High School
Years of experience teaching math:
<1 year
What do you like most about learning?
Seeing how the topics you learn apply to the world around you. I find that really interesting and satisfying.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
I've seen kids gain a grasp on a topic they didn't previously understand, and link it to something they've learned before.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
I enjoy teaching Algebra the most.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I try and engage students on their terms, I find it easier to talk with them and they seem to like Mathnasium more than the teaching, say, at school.
Education:
High School at Southwest High School in Minneapolis
Years of experience teaching math:
1 year
What do you like most about learning?
I just love knowing more about anything and everything. Learning opens you to so many pathways in life, and I think that's very important.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
I've helped my friend skip 2 levels of high school math in one year with private tutoring. He went from Geometry to IB Analysis and Approaches, and keeps up A's in that class.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Algebra rules!
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I like to always keep a positive attitude and make sure the kids that I work with know that they should be having fun, and that learning shouldn't just be a drag.
Education:
Currently at the University of Minnesota
Years of experience teaching math:
1 year
What do you like most about learning?
I love expanding my understanding of the world, and finding out how much everything is connected.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
The biggest impact I can make on a student would be to make math a subject that is fun and interactive for them, to inspire curiosity and interest in the subject.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Calculus or any high school or higher level math.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I like to interact with their interests, as well as meet them where they are. I like to let them guide me so I know what exactly they do not understand.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree from Carthage College
Years of experience teaching math:
2 years
What do you like most about learning?
I like the confidence that learning about new things gives me.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
Whenever I help kids understand real-world concepts involving math, I believe I’ve made the biggest impact.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
I enjoy teaching algebra the most, since it comes most intuitively for me and it’s usually what gives kids the most frustration.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I try to connect math to concepts they’re already interested in, and show them that it can be a helpful tool for finding out other things.
Education:
Bachelor Degree in Electrical and Electronics
Years of experience teaching math:
2 years
What do you like most about learning?
It helps me to continuously improve my skills and grow both personally and professionally.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
My biggest impact has been building students’ confidence in math by simplifying difficult concepts.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Fractions, percentages, algebra, word problems.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I try to make learning math fun by connecting concepts to real-life examples, using interactive activities, and breaking challenging problems into manageable steps.
Education:
Senior at Edina High School
Years of experience teaching math:
2 years
What do you like most about learning?
I love connecting what I learn to my everyday life. Beyond just applying new knowledge, I find deep satisfaction in working through tough problems and finding solutions. Building new skills helps me continuously grow and feel more confident.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
Shifting a student's mindset on how to approach a problem is rewarding - changing their perspective allows them to think flexibly rather than memorizing. I remember teaching a student simple addition who was really struggling. Once I showed them a new way to break down the problem, everything clicked and they flew right through the rest.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Teaching basic operations and geometry is always fun because they’re two of my personal favorite topics.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I make learning math engaging by building genuine connections with my students - using humor and creating a welcoming space where they feel truly connected to the Mathnasium community. I also tie real-world applications into my teaching, making complex concepts much easier to grasp.
Teach children math so they understand it, master it, and love it. Math can change their lives, and they can change the world.
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