Rockridge
4971 Broadway Ave
Oakland, CA 94611
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.
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.
Lucy holds a double major in Biology and Classical Languages from UC Davis. She’s had a wide-ranging career, from teaching aboard tall ships to stomping grapes in Italy to earning a master’s in Environmental Policy.
Lucy joined Mathnasium in 2019 and became Center Director in 2023. She’s passionate about math as a tool for empowerment and civic engagement and brings her contagious love of learning to every student she meets.
Andre earned an Electrical Engineering degree from McGill University and worked for over 25 years in telecommunications and multimedia before bringing Mathnasium to Albany-Berkeley.
Previously a Senior VP at iHeartRadio, Andre has lived and worked across Canada, Germany, Panama, and the U.S. As a parent and educator, he’s committed to offering personalized, engaging math instruction that meets students where they are.
Chris holds a B.S. in Finance from San Diego State University and has over 14 years of accounting experience, including auditing at KPMG. He now runs Mathnasium of Alameda and co-owns Mathnasium of Rockridge.
A dedicated coach and problem solver, Chris brings both analytical expertise and a deep commitment to student success. Outside of work, he enjoys swimming, water polo, and spending time with his two sons.
Ellen has over 30 years of classroom experience, including 25 years in Oakland Unified School District teaching 4th and 5th grade math and science.
Originally from Detroit, Ellen holds a teaching credential from the University of Michigan. Now retired, she volunteers and tutors at Mathnasium, bringing warmth, number sense, and her favorite saying: “Math is good and good for ya. We love math!”
Ruby is currently a student at Oakland School for the Arts, where she studies fashion design. One of her favorite classes at school is her pre-calc math class. She loves working with kids and helping them develop a passion for math. Ruby also does math outside school, such as the Stanford math circle program. Some of her hobbies include sewing, drawing, and baking.
Kalyani Spieckerman is currently a student at Piedmont High School, where she is taking AP Calculus BC. She works with kids through teaching lessons at elementary schools about tolerance and kindness and mentoring a group of 10 kids every week. She loves music, football, baking, taking photos, and spending time with friends.
Sophie Frederiksen is a student at Oakland Technical High School, where her favorite class is AP calculus AB. Through her experience babysitting and being a counselor in training, she has found a passion for working with kids. In her free time, Sophie loves backpacking, playing soccer, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.
Kelsey earned an Electrical Engineering degree from the Ohio State University and is currently a student at UC Berkeley School of Law. She loves working with kids and helping each student build a strong foundation in math. In her free time, she likes to travel, paint, and bake.
Rose is currently a student at Piedmont High School, where one of her favorite classes is her AP Calculus BC class. Aside from tutoring her peers during school, Rose has also been a camp counselor, where she gained experience helping elementary school girls learn math. Other passions of hers include crocheting, beekeeping, mountain biking, and ballet.
Teach children math so they understand it, master it, and love it. Math can change their lives, and they can change the world.
Are you interested in changing lives through math? We're looking for outstanding individuals with a high level of commitment who are passionate about teaching math. Find out if there's a Mathnasium position that's just right for you!
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