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.

Jennifer Speer is the Owner of Mathnasium of Encino Park- Best Math Tutoring in Central Texas

Jennifer Speer

Owner

Jennifer has a unique perspective that allows her to understand your kids and help them.

She is a successful business owner and homeschooling mom of 3! She has the perspective of an educator as well as a busy parent and knows the challenges of both. Jennifer knows how to engage the kids and hold their interest. She keeps them progressing in math in a way they will actually enjoy!

Jennifer has always had a strong grip on Mathematics, earning her B.B.A in Finance at Southwest Texas State University and then owning and operating successful businesses alongside her husband James.

After discovering Mathnasium and seeing what it can offer kids, they made a tough decision to sell their previous business and start all over again. As scary as that sounds, they knew that parents wanted the best education options available for their children. Now she and James have expanded to multiple locations and have thousands of amazing success stories as a result of the passionate instructors, inspiring learning environment, unique teaching style, and world-class curriculum at Mathnasium!

Favorite Math Joke: There are 3 kinds of people in this world... Those who can count, and those who can't.

Fun Fact: Graduated college in 3 1/2 years with a 4.0!

I love Mathnasium because: I get to be a part of a great organization that changes kids' lives! Who wouldn't want to be a part of that?!?

Larry Martinek, developer of Mathnasium’s educational program, improving math education through innovative teaching methods and curriculum design

Larry Martinek

Creator of the Mathnasium Method

Larry has spent his entire career finding a better way to teach math. From inner city public schools, to acclaimed magnet schools, to leading private and parochial schools, Larry has served as both a classroom teacher and as an educational consultant. He has designed curriculum, teaching strategies, and teaching materials to help students and teachers learn math more effectively. He has trained teachers in the art and science of boosting students' ability to “do” math, thereby increasing students' math scores and feeling of self-worth. Larry is the developer of Mathnasium’s educational program – one of the most comprehensive and innovative curriculas ever produced for teaching math. While Larry is not an Instructor at our Center, he is a valuable asset we can call on to ask about specific students' scenarios for guidance and advice. This has helped to make visits more productive and enjoyable for many of our students.

Learn more about Larry and Mathnasium here!

Sage Vantine is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Sage Vantine

Instructor

Sage is a student at St. Mary's University in San Antonio studying Mathematics and minoring in Computer Science. In her free time, she enjoys reading, drawing, and discovering new music.

Favorite number: 3, it's odd and you can do a lot with it.

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

In five years, I will be: Attending graduate school.

I love Mathnasium because: It allows kids the room to really understand and find a passion for math!

Cassidy Kercsmar is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Cassidy Kercsmar

Instructor

Cassidy is a senior at Johnson High School and I am part of the Johnson Varsity Choir. My favorite subjects are biology and algebra. In my free time, I like to play the piano, cook, watch movies, and go on walks.

Favorite number: The number 10 because it’s the month I was born in, it’s the square root of 100, and it’s the name of one of my favorite Pearl Jam albums.

Favorite math joke: A nose can’t be 12 inches long, because then it would be a foot!

In five years, I will be: Studying biostatistics at a university and working in a research lab.

I love Mathnasium because: It helps kids to understand and enjoy math so that they can be successful and happy in whatever they decide to pursue.

Logan Slone is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Logan Slone

Instructor

Logan is a student at the School of Science and Technology. He loves mathematics and currently has a GPA of 4.55. He additionally loves exercising, finding new experiences, and interacting with people. he enjoys practicing Piano in his free time.

Favorite number: 25, because it is funnier than 24.

Favorite math joke: When you keep missing math class it starts to really add up.

In five years, I will be: Attending college hopefully at the Air Force Academy going towards a degree in Physical Therapy.

I love Mathnasium because: The ability it has to help children who struggle with math succeed.

Joseph Sweat is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Joseph Sweat

Instructor

Joseph received his Bachelor's in Mathematics from Texas State University. He was originally a chemistry major but a semester of real analysis ignited a fascination with abstract mathematics and proof. He changed from a chemistry major to a math major. His favorite branch of mathematics is topology. When he saw an animation of a coffee cup transforming into a donut and back again he became obsessed with it. His mathematical background gives him the tools to do an amateur study of physics and astronomy to his heart's content. He is also passionate about nature conservation with a focus on reptiles and amphibians. He volunteers with groups to reach out to the public about the importance of protecting these animals and their habitats. At home he is typically surrounded by cats. He enjoys working through his math books and unwinds by playing video games.

Favorite number: Euler's number e. It shows up in the mathematical modeling of many natural phenomenon such as nuclear decay, metabolic activity, and heat flow. It also shows up in unexpected places such as calculating interest and signal processing. Furthermore the trigonometric and hyperbolic functions can all be written in terms of e. Understanding of functions with powers of e is critical for success in calculus, differential equations, analysis, and beyond. 

Favorite math joke: An infinite amount of mathematicians walk up to the counter. The first mathematician says I'll have a soda and give each person next in line half of what the previous person got. The clerk says "you mathematicians sure are a crazy lot" and pours out two sodas. 

In five years, I will be: Watching my turtles foraging in the sunlight in a garden I planted for them. 

I love Mathnasium because: I enjoy helping people overcome their fears about math by helping them realize that math is based on logic and you can reason through a problem with a bit of help. Even if a student has no desire to pursue higher level mathematics the mathematical reasoning abilities they develop will assist them in a variety of other fields such as writing, science, debate, philosophy, and even law.

Sumin Seo is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Sumin Seo

Instructor

Sumin is a senior at BASIS Shavano Campus anticipating to major in education as well as material science and engineering. She is also a math and science tutor at her school and truly enjoys the interactions with the students. In her free time, she loves to be with friends and watch Korean dramas or shows.

Favorite number: 6, because it is evenly divided into the same odd number!

Favorite math joke: 6 was scared of 7 because 7,8,9... But why did 7 eat 9?

In five years, I will be: Pursuing a master's degree or participating in internships.

I love Mathnasium because: Mathnasium provides a group interaction that I truly love. It is the place where I can pursue my dream of educator.

Jeffrey Brown is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Jeffrey Brown

Instructor

Jeffrey is a Process Engineer. He has a patent on producing Levulenic Acid!

Favorite number: 17 ­my baseball number.

Favorite math joke: What is 2 + 2? It is not anything you want it to be.

In five years, I will be: I will be Retired.

I love Mathnasium because: I thoroughly enjoy teaching the brightest students in San Antonio.

Andrew Marcroft is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Andrew Marcroft

Instructor

Andrew is currently a senior at Johnson High School. He grew up in Minnesota and luckily ended up in San Antonio, Texas. Andrew likes exploring the city with his friends by trying new foods and embarking on new adventures.

Favorite number: My favorite number has to be 12 because when I was a kid that was always my desk and cubby number.

Favorite math joke: Why was the math book sad? Because it had too many problems!

In five years, I will be: Graduating from UT Austin with a degree in chemical engineering. I will have just gotten my first real job at a major engineering firm and start working hard to support myself.

I love Mathnasium because: They understand the struggle of learning math and are able to use their methods to simplify seemingly impossible questions. They create an environment where students don't fear advancing to harder levels which is something I wish I had when I was first learning math.

Aanya Reddy is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Aanya Reddy

Instructor

Aanya is in High School and will be in the graduating class of 2026.

Favorite number: Three because three sides and three angles are properties of a triangle. Triangles are one of the strongest geometric shapes which makes the number and shape unique.

Favorite math joke: Do you know the special trick to turn seven into an even number? Remove the s! Once there was a hen who counted her own eggs. She was a mathemachicken!

In five years, I will be: In my Junior year of College, studying medicine.

I love Mathnasium because: It made doing math so much more fun! I was able to find my passion for math by enrolling at Mathnasium when I was younger

Ananya Thomas is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Ananya Thomas

Instructor

Ananya is a student at the University of Texas at San Antonio majoring in Computer Science. She enjoys reading, anime and exercising. She takes pleasure in helping others grow in their academics and instilling confidence in her students.

Favorite number: 5, because as a child, I found it to be one of the easiest multiplication tables to memorize and work with.

Favorite math joke: Parallel lines have so much in common. It’s a shame they’ll never meet.

In five years, I will be: A graduate and working in the technology industry.

I love Mathnasium because: I love working with kids and instilling a love for learning in their minds.

Yolandi Han is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Yolandi Han

Instructor

Yolandi is a junior at Johnson High School. Her favorite subject in school is calculus and biology. She likes creating art, figure skating, playing volleyball, listening to music, and playing piano in her free time.

Favorite number: 9, because it's always been my lucky jersey number for volleyball.

Favorite math joke: How do triangles communicate? Through sine language!

In five years, I will be: In my third year of college studying electrical engineering.

I love Mathnasium because: It creates an fun environment with creative ways for students to not just understand math but also to develop a passion for it.

Abdull Aboudi is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Abdull Aboudi

Instructor

Abdull is a very hard-working and patient guy. He loves to watch and plays sports. He also enjoys playing video games in his free time. 

Favorite number: I don't have a favorite number since they all look like lines to me. 

Favorite math joke: Why did 7 eat 9? Because the doctor told 7 to eat 3 squared meals. 

In five years, I will be: In my last year of college, getting ready to apply to medical school and become a surgeon. 

I love Mathnasium because: It gives me the opportunity to teach the one subject in which I adore and love.

Ana Padilla DeLosRios is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Ana Padilla DeLosRios

Instructor

Ana is a senior at Basis Shavano. In her free time, she participates in peer tutoring, robotics, and soccer. She loves being with her friends and binge-watching Netflix. In the future she hopes to become a Pediatrician and support communities without access to healthcare.

Favorite number: My favorite number is p because it's never ending and it reminds me of the dessert. 

Favorite math joke: Why is an obtuse triangle always frustrated? Because it's never right.

In five years, I will be: Pursuing a doctorate and a master's degree in Nursing or Marine Sciences. 

I love Mathnasium because: Mathnasium gives me the opportunity to be a part of a supportive environment that allows students to grow as learners and love math.  

Zina Omer is a Great Math Instructor at Mathnasium of Encino Park - Top Math Tutors in Central Texas

Zina Omer

Instructor

Zina is a junior at Johnson High School. Her favorite classes in school are calculus and physics. In her free time she enjoys, roller skating, reading books, listening to music, and hanging out with friends. 

Favorite number: 9 because it’s like the perfectionist of digits—always divisible by 3, flips upside down to a 6, and makes multiplication tables look magical! 

Favorite math joke: Why was the math book sad? Because it had too many problems! 

In five years, I will be: In my third year of college studying electrical engineering. 

I love Mathnasium because: Math can be really fun when you understand it, and I love helping others learn to understand and enjoy math.

Daniel Krot

Instructor

Daniel is a Johnson High School student looking forward to teaching kids the best subject in school. 

Favorite number: 6 I think a lot of cool things are measured with this 2nd smallest composite number. 

Favorite math joke: Why is 10 scared of 7 Cause 7 8 9! 

In five years, I will be: graduated from college looking to do big things! 

I love Mathnasium because: I am excited to learn and grow through working with others.

Owen McKinlay

Instructor

Owen McKinlay has recieved his math education through the public schooling system in Texas. He is a new instructor excited to teach the Mathnasium way. He has lived his whole life in Texas, only moving around for the military. He enjoys basketball and tennis, even playing for his high school teams. 

Favorite number: 1- Its the very first one! 

Favorite math joke: Once there was a chicken who counted her own eggs. She was a mathemachicken. 

In five years, I will be: Pursuing an education in college. Hopefully one centered on financial services. 

I love Mathnasium because: I enjoy seeing students learn and overcome obstacles, especially when they consider it fun!

Elementary Math Experts

Fun and Engaging

Mathnasium of Encino Park instructors are experts at helping with elementary math topics.  The Mathnasium Method focuses on building a strong foundation in basic math skills by ensuring that students master essential concepts like addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions. Mathnasium helps students develop the math proficiency they need to succeed in more advanced math as they progress.

Mathnasium instructors are trained to identify and address struggles in elementary math early on, helping students develop math confidence and a deep understanding of key concepts. Focusing on elementary math tutoring allows instructors to close gaps in knowledge and build a solid mathematical foundation for future success.

The Mathnasium approach doesn’t just teach students the "how" of math, but also the "why," helping them to avoid common misconceptions that can hinder their progress. This early intervention ensures that students are well-prepared for higher-level math.

By prioritizing math help at the elementary level, Mathnasium provides the essential tools to boost confidence and improve math skills, setting students up for lifelong success in math!

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  • Mathnasium instructors specialize in elementary math tutoring

  • We focus on building a strong foundation in basic math skills

  • Mathnasium Instructors are trained to identify struggles and improve math confidence

  • The Mathnasium Method helps close knowledge gaps, ensuring students are prepared for advanced math

  • Mathnasium teaches both the "how" and the "why" of math to avoid misconceptions

  • Early math intervention supports lifelong success in math

Middle School Math Experts

Patient and Helpful

Mathnasium instructors are experts in middle school math tutoring because we know this stage is crucial in building a strong foundation for future success in high school math and beyond. Here’s why our expertise is essential:

1. Bridging Gaps in Math Learning
Middle school math acts as a bridge between elementary concepts and more advanced topics like algebra, geometry, and pre-calculus. There is a strong focus on important concepts such as solving equations, working with variables, and understanding ratios. Mathnasium instructors help identify and address gaps in math skills, ensuring students are well-prepared for high school math.

2. Developing Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
Problem-solving and critical thinking are essential in math. Mathnasium instructors specialize in helping students develop these skills, ensuring they can approach math problems logically and confidently. This is key to excelling in advanced math and on college entrance exams.

3. Personalized Math Help for Every Student
Mathnasium offers personalized math help to match each student’s unique learning style. Whether students need extra support with visual aids, hands-on practice, or a slower pace, Mathnasium instructors tailor their approach to meet the needs of each learner.

4. Addressing Common Struggles in Middle School Math
Many students face challenges in middle school math, such as working with fractions, negative numbers, and basic algebra. Mathnasium instructors are skilled at helping students overcome these difficulties, offering step-by-step explanations to boost math confidence and understanding.

5. Building Confidence for High School Math
A key part of middle school math tutoring is fostering math confidence. Mathnasium instructors ensure that students feel capable and confident in their math abilities, which is crucial for succeeding in high school math and beyond.

6. Support for Various Math Curricula
Whether students are following a traditional middle school math curriculum, an advanced math program, or something like Common Core Math, Mathnasium instructors provide customized support, helping students succeed in their current math class and be well-prepared for the challenges ahead.

Click here to learn more about how Mathnasium students become Middle School Math Masters!

High School Math Experts

Knowledgeable and Relatable

High school math courses include advanced topics that require specialized knowledge and a deep understanding of complex concepts. Our instructors are brilliant, engaging math experts that guide our students through these challenging topics. 

Here's why their expertise is essential:

1. Advanced Math Topics Require Specialized Knowledge
High school math covers subjects like algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, and statistics, which require advanced problem-solving skills. Mathnasium instructors are skilled in teaching these challenging topics, breaking them down into clear, understandable steps that help students succeed in high school math.

2. Preparing for College and Standardized Tests
High school math tutoring is crucial for preparing students for college math and standardized tests like the SAT and ACT. Mathnasium instructors can provide targeted test prep, ensuring students understand the necessary math concepts to perform well on these exams.

3. Filling Gaps in Math Knowledge
Many high school students have gaps in their math knowledge from earlier grades. Mathnasium instructors are experts at identifying these gaps, whether from pre-algebra or earlier, and providing the math help needed to fill them. This ensures that students have a strong foundation for tackling high school-level math.

4. Personalized Instruction for Every Student
High school math tutoring at Mathnasium is personalized to fit each student’s learning style. Whether students need more visual aids, hands-on practice, or a slower pace, Mathnasium instructors tailor their teaching methods to ensure students grasp complex math concepts and succeed in their courses.

5. Building Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
Problem-solving and critical thinking are key in high school math. Mathnasium focuses on developing these skills, helping students approach complex math problems logically. This not only improves their performance in high school math and on college entrance exams, but also strengthens their overall math problem-solving abilities.

6. Support for Various High School Math Curricula
Whether students are following a Common Core, IB, AP, or another high school math curriculum, Mathnasium instructors provide tailored support that aligns with these programs. They also help students prepare for AP exams and math sections of the SAT/ACT, ensuring they’re prepared for any challenge.

7. Boosting Math Confidence for Success
Math confidence is essential for success in high school math and beyond. Mathnasium not only improves math proficiency but also focuses on boosting students' confidence, empowering them to approach advanced math topics with a positive mindset and excel in their coursework.

Click here to learn more about how we help our high school math students.

Mathnasium instructors are high school math experts because they have the knowledge and experience to help students master advanced math topics like algebra, calculus, and geometry. Their personalized approach ensures students get the math help they need to succeed in high school and test prep for college, setting them up for lifelong success in math!

Experts in Math, ANY Math!

Skills for Any Math Curriculum

Mathnasium helps students no matter which math curriculum or standards they are using in class.  Our approach provides students with a full understanding of the core concepts of the topic, not just the memorized algorithm.  This sets them up for success in any math class or on any college entrance exam.  Plus, we set aside time to help them with their homework at the end of each session, so we can demonstrate exactly how the skills we practice at Mathnasium apply to their schoolwork.

Click here to learn more about the results of our program!

Our instructors are experienced with a wide range of math curricula and standards, including:

  • Eureka Math

  • Singapore Math

  • IXL

  • Saxon Math

  • Teaching Textbooks

  • Math-U-See

  • Common Core

  • State Standards

  • And more!

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.

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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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