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.

Shana

Assistant Center Director and Director of Marketing

I am a graduate of The Ohio State University with a BA in Communications. Most of my work career was based in Sports Marketing as I worked for the San Francisco Forty-Niners and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Marketing departments. I have one son, who is a graduate of Marymount Manhattan College in New York City. I enjoy working with schools to educate families about the benefits of a strong math foundation. I love to travel, especially visiting my son in New York, and going to the beach.

Wendy

Director of Communications
I graduated from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth with a Bachelor of Science in journalism. I spent most of my career managing public relations and corporate communications for various technology companies. I have been married for 14 years and we have two children. Once they were older, I started volunteering my time at their respective schools. Mathnasium is a great environment and I always enjoy seeing the students’ faces light up when they see their math skills grow! As a family, we enjoy spending time at the beach and paddleboarding around the Tampa Bay area.

Dario

Director of Education
I am a graduate of the University of South Florida with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering. In high school, I was an avid math geek and participated in the Mu Alpha Theta math club for all four years attending regional and state competitions. I come from Fort Lauderdale but have lived in Tampa ever since I attended USF. I'm an avid ultimate frisbee player and spend most of my free time playing and coaching youth teams. I love working at Mathnasium because I love seeing the kids grow to learn math in ways they didn't before.

Wilman

Director of Center Operations
I graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor’s degree in sociology and recently achieved a degree in software development. In high school, I loved participating in math competitions, especially the national level ones, because we had the chance to visit other states with our classmates. Having first tutored students in mathematics back in high school for community service hours, I have over 10 years of experience in tutoring this subject. I love working at Mathnasium because of the positive learning environment. The students are not the only ones benefiting from their experience here; the instructors feel privileged and honored to have been part of the students’ growth in mathematical comprehension and confidence in problem-solving.

Alex

Instructor
I am a current student at The University of Tampa, honors program, majoring in Biochemistry. Originally, I am from Russia, but I moved to the United States two years ago. In the past, I conducted research in the field of insomnia treatment and educated other high-school students on that topic. In academics, I am very passionate about sciences, math, and philosophy. In my spare time I enjoy playing piano and guitar, swimming, mountain skiing, and scuba diving. I work at Mathnasium because teaching is one of the most rewarding and satisfying phenomena of human’s activities. Moreover, it makes me believe that teaching is the ultimate form of knowledge since one must be proficient in this knowledge before passing it to someone else.

Carolina

Instructor
I am a senior at The University of South Florida, majoring in Cybersecurity. I was born in Cuba and moved to the United States nine years ago. I speak Spanish fluidly. I took Calculus 1 & 2 and Statistics as well as a Mu Alpha Theta math club member in high school. In my spare time, I love to sketch and spend time with loved ones. I enjoy teaching the students math at Mathnasium and I, in turn, get to learn from them.

Chris

Instructor
I am working on my primary education degree at Hillsborough Community College and then planning on finishing my degree at the University of South Florida. I formally worked for the Hillsborough County Public Schools in an after-school program, and this is where I decided to become a teacher. I enjoy working at Mathnasium because I love helping our students gain confidence in math and slowly start to like math.

Casey

Instructor
My name is Casey, and I’m currently a senior at Tampa Preparatory High School. I first attended Mathnasium of South Tampa as a fifth grader, and I’m very excited to return as an instructor to help students interested in learning math. Outside of Mathnasium, I enjoy running cross country, working with my robotics team, playing piano, and much more.

Dani

Instructor
I am a junior at The University of Tampa, working on a dual degree in Biochemistry and Sociology, and I plan on working in biomedical research after graduation. I am a first-year peer mentor at The University of Tampa. I like playing video games, gardening, and art. I have always enjoyed teaching others and seeing students grow, and working at Mathnasium allows me to see students develop confidence in their skills.

Gabby

Instructor
I am a graduate of The University of South Florida, having earned dual degrees in Biochemistry and Music. During high school, I was very involved in mathematics, having participated in math league competitions throughout all four years. In addition, I took both AP Calculus BC and AP Statistics during my time as a student. Outside of Mathnasium, I spend most of my time volunteering at the Tampa Bay Humane Society. I am an avid musician, having learned the cello and piano growing up. As an instructor at Mathnasium, I enjoy seeing students develop their confidence in math as they begin to gain a greater understanding of the subject.

Holland

Instructor

Hi! I’m a senior at Berkeley Preparatory School, currently tackling Multivariable Calculus and Honors Math Seminar. Beyond academics, I’m deeply involved in my school community, participating in Cum Laude, National Honor Society, Latin Honor Society, Tri-M Music Honor Society, Science Tutors, Writing Center, and Latin Club. I’m also proud to be a member of the marching band and have played varsity softball since 8th grade. When I’m not immersed in school activities, you’ll find me with my travel softball team, hitting the gym, enjoying music, or spending quality time with my family. Working at Mathnasium has been an amazing opportunity to share my love for math, build students’ confidence, and inspire them to find their own passion for the subject!

Kami

Instructor
I am a senior at Robinson High School, enrolled in the IB program. I am currently studying High-Level Biology and Physics, and taking Standard Level (SL) Mathematics Analysis and Approaches. Additionally, I am preparing for the AP Calculus BC and Statistics exams. I am a member of the student government, Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), National Honor Society (NHS), and Science Honor Society. I also play as a wide receiver for Robinson’s varsity football team. Passionate about mathematics, I have a talent for teaching the subject. I enjoy working with children, making Mathnasium an ideal place to help students develop essential math skills and build confidence.

Katelyn

Instructor
I am a junior at H.B. Plant High School taking AP Statistics and Pre-calculus honors. At school, I am involved in the Mu Alpha Theta club, the National Honor Society, the Spanish National Honor Society, and the BETA club. Outside of school, I enjoy playing the flute and piano, swimming for GTSA, spending time with my dog, and hanging out with my friends! Working at Mathnasium is a great opportunity to help students gain confidence and develop essential math skills, which is something I love doing!

Laura

Instructor

I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Education with a focus on Math and Physics from the Catholic University of Quito, Ecuador; and a Master's Degree in Education Management from the Central University of Quito, Ecuador., South America. With over 15 years of experience in education across schools in Ecuador, I am passionate about helping students succeed in mathematics. I am fluent in Spanish. I find great joy in working at Mathnasium, where I am inspired by students' progress every day in the wonderful world of mathematics.

Mars

Instructor
I am a senior at the University of Tampa, pursuing a dual degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice and Spanish. I’ve moved around the US a bit, but I’m a Southerner at heart. I enjoy playing Pokémon and reading fantasy, sci-fi, and romance novels. Additionally, I’m a trivia buff. Working at Mathnasium allows me to watch students develop and hopefully love learning as much as I do.

Parker

Instructor
I am currently a senior at Jesuit High School, taking advanced AP math and physics classes. I have a passion for helping others learn, especially in math. At school, I am actively involved in student government, the National Honor Society, and the Pre-Law Club. I am also a member of the Jesuit football and track teams. Outside of school, I enjoy playing guitar and listening to music. I believe math is an extremely important skill both in school and in life. I am grateful for the opportunity to help students build their confidence in math at Mathnasium.

Rob

Instructor
I am pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering at The University of South Florida. I enjoy playing disc golf, guitar, and piano and working on personal programming projects. Math has always been my favorite subject in school, and working at Mathnasium is an excellent opportunity for me to help students strengthen their critical thinking skills and help them gain confidence in their abilities.

Vijitha

Instructor
I graduated from Vavuniya Campus, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka with a bachelor’s degree in Mathematical Science. After college, I got married and moved to the United States of America. I got my medical coder certificate at St. Petersburg College. I have two sons, Praveen is a freshman at the University of Florida and a former Mathnasium instructor, and Naveen is a freshman at Plant High School. I volunteered at Roosevelt Elementary School for five years before. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, sewing, and gardening. Working at Mathnasium is a great opportunity to help students to get essential math skills.

Winston

Instructor
I am a computer science major at Hillsborough Community College. In the future, I plan to transfer elsewhere and also major in classical vocal performance. My favorite math subject that I have taken was AoPS Number Theory. Teaching at Mathnasium is a great opportunity as I simultaneously help the students learn math while gaining an even deeper understanding of the material myself.

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.

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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