Our Team at Mathnasium of Oxnard North

Celestial

Celestial is a Mathematics major at California State University, Channel Islands. She enjoys exploring mathematical concepts and helping students strengthen their understanding through practice and patience. 

Celestial brings a calm, encouraging approach to instruction and enjoys making learning approachable. Outside of Mathnasium, she loves reading and cooking. A fun fact is that she was born on Groundhog Day. Her favorite math joke is: The English book asked the math book why it was so sad. Do you know what the math book said? “Because I have so many problems.” 

Bryan

Bryan earned his degree in Mathematics from California State University–Channel Islands and brings a strong analytical mindset to his work with students. He enjoys helping math feel approachable and logical, and loves seeing students gain confidence as concepts click. Outside of Mathnasium, Bryan enjoys gaming, reading, and listening to music. A lifelong Ventura County resident, he likes to joke that even math can get stuck sometimes—“Why is glue bad at math? Because it keeps getting stuck on the questions!” 

Samuel

Samuel is currently studying Marine Engineering Technology at Ventura College and plans to transfer to California State University Maritime Academy in 2028. He enjoys hands-on problem solving and staying active through swimming, skateboarding, rowing, and working on cars. An accomplished welder, Samuel hopes to become a Nuclear Propulsion Officer in the U.S. Navy. He enjoys sharing his enthusiasm for math and engineering—and likes to remind students that “there are three types of people in the world: those who can count, and those who can’t.” 

Grace

Grace is an English major with an education emphasis at California State University, Channel Islands. She enjoys working with students and helping them build confidence across subjects, including math. Outside of Mathnasium, Grace loves creative hobbies such as crocheting, drawing, reading, embroidery, and even spinning her own yarn from leftover projects. She’s the oldest of five siblings, has lived in five different states, and owns a bearded dragon named Randall. Her favorite math joke is, “Why was six afraid of seven? Because seven eight nine—after all, he needed three squared meals a day!” 

Elena

Elena majored in Mathematics at Moorpark College. In 2025, she transferred to the University of California, Davis, and is currently taking Applied Mathematics. She enjoys helping students build strong foundations while developing confidence in their abilities.

Elena brings creativity to teaching and enjoys connecting math to patterns found in art and music. Outside of Mathnasium, she enjoys bouldering, painting, and music, and speaks three languages. She enjoys sharing math humor and believes algebra helps students find the right “algo-rhythm” in learning.