Our Team at Mathnasium of Fulshear

Dr. Jason Chan

Dr. Jason Chan holds a Master’s degree in Mathematics from a university in China and earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics and Statistics from the University of Florida. After a successful 20-year career in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry, Dr. Chan is now dedicated to helping students develop essential problem-solving skills.  

Having tutored his daughter and her peers through high school and college, he brings experience and a deep understanding of math education to Mathnasium. In his free time, he enjoys reading and working in the yard.

Rafael Lopez

Rafael, who is bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish, has a bachelor's degree in Software Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology. After working some time for software consulting corporations, he now turns his problem solving skills to a new challenge: teaching others how to develop and use critical thinking skills of their own. Although he started by just teaching Algebra to high school students, now Rafael works at Mathnasium of Fulshear to reach students of all ages at all math levels to achieve his goals of making math accessible to everyone. In his free time, Rafael likes to draw, watch cartoons, and study both STEM and linguistics.

Ali Soboh

Makaylee Mueller

Makaylee is currently pursuing a degree in Mathematics Education at the University of Houston, where she continues to strengthen her instructional skills through academic coursework and hands-on teaching internships. With five years of experience working with students across a variety of grade levels, she brings a strong foundation in classroom instruction and student support through her teaching internships and other educational roles.

Passionate about helping students develop confidence and proficiency in mathematics, Makaylee emphasizes effective problem-solving strategies, critical thinking, and differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles. She especially enjoys exploring the various ways students approach mathematical concepts and guiding them toward strategies that make challenging problems more accessible and easier to understand. Her goal is to foster a supportive learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions, think critically, and develop a deeper appreciation for mathematics.

Outside the classroom, Makaylee enjoys discovering interesting facts, watching movies, and exchanging creative ideas with others.

Ali Hussain

Ali is a senior pre-medical student at the University of Houston, pursuing a degree in Kinesiology with minors in Biology and Medicine & Society. With three years of teaching experience, Ali is dedicated to helping students build confidence, strengthen their mathematical foundations, and develop a deeper understanding of challenging concepts.

He strives to foster an engaging, supportive, and collaborative learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, exploring different approaches, and enhancing their problem-solving abilities. Recognizing that each student has unique strengths, challenges, and learning preferences, Ali emphasizes personalized instruction and active learning to ensure that each student receives the guidance and support they need to succeed. By establishing meaningful connections with his students and adapting his teaching strategies to their individual needs, he aims to make mathematics more accessible, engaging, and rewarding.

Outside the classroom, Ali is preparing for medical school and enjoys training in mixed martial arts and playing soccer.

Christina Tran

Christina is currently pursuing a degree in Earth Science at the University of Houston, with a minor in Biology, while working toward certifications in hydrographic mapping and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Her commitment to academic excellence is reflected in her completion of high school in just three years through an accelerated program, graduating in the top 10% of her class.

With a strong foundation in mathematics and science, Christina recognizes the importance of mathematical proficiency in academic achievement and real-world problem-solving. She is passionate about making mathematics engaging, accessible, and enjoyable for students. Through creative and effective teaching strategies, she strives to strengthen students’ understanding of mathematical concepts while fostering confidence, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Christina enjoys drawing and exploring her interests in geology, oceanography, genetics, and other scientific disciplines.

Rahul Kancherla

Rahul is studying Mechanical Engineering at the University of Houston. He actively engages in engineering projects involving complex Mathematics & Engineering Design, Aerodynamics, and Atmospheric Physics. He is part of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and the NASA Undergraduate Scientific Instrument Project, where he fosters learning for his peers by helping them partake in hands-on mathematical & engineering design challenges. He has also previously worked for Varsity Tutors as an Online Tutor for Junior High & High School math. Through these various experiences, he has gained a passion for teaching and an understanding of helping students overcome their difficulties so that they can truly strive to be successful. Outside of mathematics, Rahul has interests in music, watching sports, 3d printing, & boxing.

Sue Kwon

Sue is a certified Texas educator with more than 30 years of teaching experience, bringing a wealth of classroom knowledge and a lifelong commitment to education to Mathnasium of Fulshear. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Education in South Korea and devoted much of her professional career to teaching, concluding her public school teaching career at a Houston-area high school in 2006.

Sue’s passion for mathematics education began during her college years, when she tutored middle and high school students, helping them develop strong mathematical foundations and life-long problem solving skills. She firmly believes that a solid understanding of mathematics is fundamental to academic achievement and opens doors to future opportunities.

At Mathnasium of Fulshear, Sue is dedicated to helping students build confidence, strengthen critical-thinking skills, and develop effective problem-solving strategies. Through her patient, supportive, and encouraging teaching approach, she strives to make learning mathematics both engaging and rewarding, empowering every student to recognize their abilities and reach their full potential.