Our Team at Mathnasium of New Braunfels

Jennifer Speer

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?!?

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!

Let us show your child how fun and rewarding math can be. Get started now!

Larry Martinek

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.

We’re ready to help your child build confidence and thrive in math—join us!

Lori Miller

The Team Player Award, Spring 2021 & Fall 2021

Favorite Number: 42, because it was my uniform number in high school, and because it was the "Answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, The Universe, and Everything" in Douglas Adams's The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy series.

In five years, I will be: The mother of two college graduates and the owner of a successful proofreading business.

I love Mathnasium because:We make math fun and understandable!

Lori graduated from DeVRY Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems. She completed all the coursework for a Master's degree in Computer Science at North Central College while working as a software testing engineer at AT&T Bell Laboratories. Lori changed careers to education after moving to Texas, and worked for Comal ISD as an inclusion aid and Special Education Teacher, with students from preschool through twelfth grade. Her last three years were teaching Algebra I, Geometry, and Math Models at Canyon High School. Lori's hobbies include reading all types of fiction, crocheting and knitting for charities, and volunteering at Cross Lutheran Church. She has two daughters, one attending Princeton University, and one working at Mathnasium of New Braunfels.

Math doesn’t have to be a struggle. Let’s work together to make it click—enroll now!

Andrea Miller

Favorite Number: 42, because it's the answer to life, the universe, and everything. The real question is what is the Ultimate Question.

In five years, I will be: A certified landscape architect who owns a lovable dog.

I love Mathnasium because: I enjoy showing others how much fun math can be!

Andrea is an avid baker, successful succulent cultivator, novice orchid caretaker, and sci-fi enthusiast. Her favorite party trick is being able to recite pi to 31 places. She plans to resume pursuing her Bachelor's of Landscape Architecture degree from Texas Tech University in the fall of 2020.

We’re passionate about helping kids succeed in math. Give us the opportunity to work with your child! 

Jeremiah Briseno

Favorite number: 3561, it’s just the last digits of my Xbox name since forever lol!

Favorite math joke: Write the expression for the volume of a thick crust pizza with height "a" and radius "z". Pi • Z • Z • A!

In five years, I will be: Graduated and pursuing criminal justice somewhere I just haven’t quite figured that out yet.

I love Mathnasium because: It gives me the incredible opportunity to give back to the community.

Jeremiah has a simple life, he’s got 2 dogs he loves (although he prefers cats). He goes to school, work, and home. Then every so often he spends quality time with family and friends. Other than that his free time is used to explore his interest in the criminal justice field or of course video games.

Let’s help your child discover their potential in math—contact us today to get started! 

Lauren Hinnen

Favorite number: 24 is my favorite number since it was my assigned number in 2nd grade and because it’s just a solid number.

Favorite math joke: I had a hen who could count her own eggs. She was a mathemachicken.

In five years, I will be: In five years I will hopefully have graduated college with a bachelors degree in computer science and have gotten a job in that field. Hopefully I will successfully begin paying off my student debts then too.

I love Mathnasium because: The workers are friendly and enjoy their jobs as well as the fact that Mathnasium provides a positive environment to grow and learn in.

Lauren is a senior at New Braunfels High School. They enjoy gaming, indoor rock climbing, exercising, anime, manga and spending time with close friends.

Watching kids grow in confidence is why we do what we do. Enroll your child today and let’s make it happen! 

Lilly Gallaga

Favorite number: 23 because it is both a happy and evil number. When you continuously add the squares of its digits you will eventually reach 1, making the number happy. When you put 23 in binary expansion there are an even number of 1’s, making it an evil number as well.

Favorite math joke: You know what’s odd? Every other number.

In five years, I will be: Finishing up my senior year of college, pursuing a degree in either math or music.

I love Mathnasium because: It provides a safe and positive environment for students to improve their skills in math while also learning to have fun in the process.

Lilly is a junior at New Braunfels High School and enjoys playing the clarinet and biking in her free time. She is a member of the band and has participated in several ensembles and clubs. She has always had a passion for math, both for its logic and for how it can bring people together.

We’re here to guide your child to success in math—join our Mathnasium family today!