Meet the Team at Mathnasium of Greenwich

Jason Bin

My name is Jason Bin, and I am a graduate from Stamford High School. Before becoming an Instructor at Mathnasium, I was an instructor of martial arts, which is when I realized my love for teaching and working with kids. Since then, I have known that I want to be a teacher, and Mathnasium has only encouraged that passion. I have been part of the Mathnasium team since Fall of 2021, and my favorite part about it is how it has always felt like such a welcoming environment for both, the students, and the instructors. Math has always been something that just makes sense to me and am happy to help it make sense to others too. I really believe in the program here and love seeing kids understand their math work while they enjoy what they are doing.

Stephanie Dayana Crocker Baez-Mendez

Hello, my name is Stephanie! I always like sharing with students that when I was in high school, I almost didn’t graduate because I struggled with math. It wasn’t until I went to college and learned how to move past some of the learning roadblocks that I had that I was able to fully grasp it and eventually went on to get my Bachelors degree in mathematics. Which at the time seemed like a crazy idea. I went on to teach 9-12 grade in Tucson, AZ for two years before moving to Connecticut to get my Masters degree in Data Analytics. I understand what it means to struggle with math which has really fueled my passion to help kids understand and be successful with their own math journeys. I am excited to continue helping kids achieve their own success and find those “Aha” moments that will make them love math too.

Nancy Stone

I came to Mathnasium from a private school in Boston. Having taught Math and Art History to students in Grades 3 - 9 for ten years. I relocated to Greenwich to be near my adult children. As both a parent and an educator, I bring a unique perspective to teaching at Mathnasium. As a parent, I understand the issues, expectations and worries facing many parents. As an educator, I know the daily challenges, opportunities, and delights that working with young people can provide. Here at Mathnasium, teaching a fresh perspective on Math, we identify each student's unique learning style as well as assess their Math competency. This focus creates a unique learning plan targeted for each student's success. So, why spend my afternoons teaching at Mathnasium? I'll tell you why. When I facilitate an "Ah-ha" moment with a student(s), my heart does cartwheels. Literally. Nothing brings me greater joy than watching a student understand a new concept, or connect an abstract thought to something concrete. It also makes my heart sing. This is why I surround myself with students. What a lucky opportunity!

Taffy Musoni

My name is Taffy Musoni, and I am a seasoned financial professional with over 15 years of experience in asset management, financial analysis, and data management. I have supported portfolio managers in strategy formulation, market research, risk management, and quantitative analysis, overseeing portfolios worth over USD $1 trillion globally. My proficiency in stochastic modeling and operational efficiency, combined with a passion for mathematics, allows me to provide insightful and engaging instruction towards students. I am dedicated to helping your children excel in mathematics through personalized and effective teaching methods.

Arnav Bhatia

Hello, my name is Arnav Bhatia. Math has always been a strong suit of mine, and my favorite subject in school. On top of all that, I greatly appreciate the opportunity to share this passion with the wonderful students here at Mathnasium. I would love to pursue economics, a career entirely based on the fundamentals of math. My time here has been only a pleasure, to work with all the lovely & bright students who come here. My favorite part about Mathnasium is how students can also come here to socialize while getting work done. I am here to help students and to provide a beneficial learning and social experience for all the students!

Amy Meng

My name is Amy. I've always loved working with kids and have taught tennis, English, and math to younger students before coming to Mathnasium. Even as an instructor, I can learn so much from students. I love watching kids improve both academically and socially. At Mathnasium, I hope to foster a deeper appreciation for math among students.

Ben Varghese

Hi, my name is Ben Varghese, and I have been a math lover since middle school. Mathnasium has allowed me to help students ignite a passion for math, for which I am very grateful. It has also shown me how much I enjoy teaching others. My favorite part of Mathnasium is that we are able to make learning something enjoyable, something that I think everyone should be able to experience. Growing understanding and changing the way kids think of math is my goal, and I am so lucky that I have been given the opportunity to do it here at Mathnasium.

Ethan Cooper

Hello, I'm Ethan! I love singing, politics, and math, and have always enjoyed sharing these passions with my community. I have been teaching math to other students both in person and online for over two years, and I came to Mathnasium to give even more students the opportunity to learn and grow. I enjoy meeting the diverse array of learners this center gives me the chance to work with, and making math not only easier but also more interesting and fun for every student that comes through the door.

Isha Bharti

Hi, my name is Isha Bharti. My deep-seated passion for math has driven me to share this enthusiasm with others. Over the years, I’ve enjoyed tutoring my younger sister and neighborhood kids, which has honed my ability to explain complex concepts in an understandable way. My approach is patient, encouraging, and tailored to each student's unique learning style. I am excited to work at Mathnasium and have the opportunity to share my love of math with others. Outside of school, I enjoy competitive rock climbing due to its problem-solving nature. Much like math, climbing often presents multiple ways to reach the solution.

Nina Smith

My name is Nina, and I am a student at Darien High School. There, I am an athlete and an avid musician. Math is great, I’ve always had a knack for it. I love how there is almost always a clear-cut answer to every question and how everything comes together like a big puzzle in the end. Being the youngest in my family, I’ve always wanted younger siblings and cousins. That’s why I love working with kids so much. I can’t wait to inspire and challenge my students and help them love math just as much as me.

Zoe Rieder

Hi, my name is Zoe Rieder. Before I was an instructor, I was actually a student here at Mathnasium throughout elementary and middle school. Math was a subject I use to struggle with a lot. I found it hard, often too complicated. These days it's one of my favorite parts of my day, and I want to help students feel the same way! When I'm not doing math, I'm a massive fan of watching sports, movies, and musical theatre. I'm so excited to work here and help students the same way Mathnasium helped me!