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.

Bella

Instructor

Bella is currently a high school student with a strong interest in math. She aspires to help students learn and build their knowledge and confidence. Outside of work and school, Bella enjoys spending time with friends, listening to music, and going thrifting. She hopes to continue to help students grow in their math journeys at Mathnasium.

Marcus

Instructor

Marcus was born and raised in Los Angeles and studied Psychology at Cal State LA. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in School-Based Family Counseling to provide social and emotional support for students. Marcus is committed to creating a welcoming, supportive environment where students feel safe to learn and grow. 

At Mathnasium, he focuses on helping students develop both their math skills and their self-confidence. Outside of the classroom, Marcus enjoys playing basketball, shooting pool, and making music on a variety of instruments.

Mason

Assistant Center Director

Mason was born and raised in Los Angeles, and has a deep passion for math. He is currently studying psychology and pre-medicine, and hopes to become a doctor one day. In his free time, he enjoys watching football, listening to music, and working out at the gym. Mason focuses on ensuring the kids at Mathnasium have a fun time while learning, thereby enhancing their experience.

Samson

Assistant Center Director

Samson is a math instructor with a degree in Mathematics. He enjoys helping students build confidence and develop strong problem-solving skills. He can teach students from elementary math through calculus and focuses on creating an engaging learning environment where students can succeed.

Sophia

Instructor

Sophia has always had a strong love for math and enjoys helping students feel more confident in their abilities. She finds tutoring both fun and rewarding and takes pride in supporting each student’s individual learning journey.

In her free time, Sophia enjoys drawing, crocheting, playing the flute, and spending time with her family, friends, and her dog. She is excited to be part of the Mathnasium team and looks forward to helping students grow and succeed in math.

Brandon Meyers

General Manager

Brandon Meyers is a Center Director at Mathnasium and is an almost lifelong Las Vegas resident, having grown up in the Las Vegas Valley since middle school.

Prior to joining Mathnasium, Brandon spent 10 years in management roles, where he developed strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills that he now brings into his work with students, families, and staff.

Brandon is very family-oriented and is a proud father of three daughters. He values building strong relationships with students and families and creating a supportive learning environment where students can grow in confidence and skill.

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and playing video games.

Lauren Perkins

Director of Education

Lauren moved from California to Nevada in 2023 and quickly found a home at Mathnasium. She holds degrees in mathematics, anthropology, and liberal arts, and credits her success in math to the amazing teachers she’s had throughout her life. She believes that a strong math foundation is key to academic success and lifelong confidence. 

As Center Director, Lauren is passionate about supporting students on their math journey and is deeply committed to the Mathnasium Method. Outside the center, she enjoys interior decorating, participating in Twitch streams, and spending time with her cat, Beans.

Dan Saposhnik

CEO and Owner

Dan graduated from the University of Arizona in 1985 with a B.S. in Microbiology and from Hofstra University's Graduate School of Business in 1990 with an MBA in Accounting. He worked as a CPA with public accounting firm Price Waterhouse and has built successful companies in various fields including real estate and executive recruiting. Dan's passion for teaching and love for working with kids is rooted in family tradition. His mother was a highly regarded principal in Las Vegas for nearly 30 years. Dan has taught and tutored children of all ages and was a mentor for underprivileged children. Dan is committed to significantly increasing Hancock Park children's math skills, their understanding of math concepts and their overall school performance. "We provide lots of warm encouragement in a very positive learning environment so that children build their confidence and develop a winning attitude towards math. Our kids learn math in a way that makes sense to them. They get excited about math and this spirit carries over into everything they do."

Laurie Wasser Saposhnik

VP and Co-Owner

Laurie graduated from UCLA in 1986 with a B.A. in Communication Studies. Before joining Mathnasium, she built a successful career working with Fortune 500 high-tech companies, including IBM, SAP, EMC, TIBCO, and MicroStrategy.
Laurie’s passion for teaching and working with children is deeply rooted in her family values. Her father, a dedicated special education teacher, spent over 30 years shaping young minds in California. Following in his footsteps, Laurie is committed to empowering children in the Las Vegas community by improving their math skills, fostering a strong understanding of mathematical concepts, and building their confidence to succeed academically.
In addition to her work at Mathnasium, Laurie volunteers as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), where she advocates for the best interests of children in foster care. This role reflects her dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and supporting their growth and well-being.

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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