Our Team at Mathnasium of SouthWest Boise

Nicol

I have my credential for K-6 and have taken all of the required math courses. I also have my MA in curriculum and planning. I was a teacher for 6 years and love helping students become passionate about learning. I also had the opportunity to work for the Office of Community Engagement and Service Learning at Cal State Northridge. In my spare time, I like to read and go on hikes.

Fun Fact: I studied film for 7 years.

Favorite Number: Lucky number 3! Not only is this the number of siblings in my family but it is also the closest whole number to Pi.

Education: I earned my undergraduate degree through the Integrated Teaching Education Program at California State University, Northridge (CSUN- 2016. While there I also earned a Minor in Teaching English as a Second Language.I earned my Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and added literacy authorization from California State University, Bakersfield.

Why I love Mathnasium: Teaching the Mathnasium way allows me to educate students by designing learning plans based on their individualized needs.

Julia

I took Algebra I/II, Geometry, and AP Calculus AB in high school, and I've taken Calculus II, Statistics for Engineers, and Discrete Math in college. Now, I'm taking Linear Algebra -- even as a senior in college, I'm still learning more about math! I'm part of Boise State University's Division I Gymnastics team! I've done gymnastics for 13 years, so doing college gymnastics was always one of my biggest dreams growing up. Aside from gymnastics, I've participated in lots of extracurriculars like National Honor Society, Key Club, App Development Club, Society of Women Engineers, and Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. One of my proudest academic accomplishments is that I've always had a 4.0 GPA! In my free time, I enjoy reading, playing video games, crocheting, and hanging out with friends. My favorite books are mystery books and my favorite video games are cozy games like Animal Crossing or Stardew Valley.

Fun Fact: I have a pet cat named Max! I adopted him two years ago when he was 10 years old, so he spends most of his days napping.

Favorite Number: My favorite number is 13 because that's my team number for gymnastics! I chose it because it's my grandma's lucky number.

Education: I plan to graduate from Boise State University in May 2025 with a Bachelor's of Science in Computer Science and a minor in Applied Data Science. Previously, I attended Oregon State University for three years, where I also studied Computer Science, and before that, I graduated from Rogers High School in 2020!

Why I love Mathnasium: I like working at Mathnasium because I enjoy helping others and building their academic confidence. Mathnasium is the perfect environment for this because of their proven techniques and learning structure.

Eddie

In college, I took many math classes in Algebra, calculus, statistics, differential equations, linear algebra, and computational mathematics. I currently practice Judo and was on the wrestling team before that. At Boise State I was part of the autonomous robotics team for a year, I interned on a NASA project, I worked in a Geophysics lab, and played volleyball. I worked in a maker space and sometimes got to teach classes on design thinking, 3D printing, resin printing, CNC, and laser engraving. I enjoy Fly fishing, woodworking, volleyball, Judo, playing my harmonica, and rock hunting.

Fun Fact: I sailed across the Mediterranean Sea on a marine geology expedition.

Favorite Number: 17 because prime numbers are cool 

Education: I went to Boise High and then Boise State University, I majored in Earth Science (Geophysics) and Anthropology with an Applied math minor. I am currently looking for graduate schools in applied oceanography, or marine engineering

Why I love Mathnasium: I like helping students develop confidence in themselves and their mathematical abilities. In the future after I’ve done everything I want to do I would like to retire as a math or science teacher.

Bridget

From 7th grade until now, I've taken Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and am currently taking Pre-Calculus. I am currently in Quiz Bowl, Rocket Club, tutoring at the Boise High Math Assistance Center, volunteering at the Idaho State Historical Society, and working as a GEM intern at the Idaho State Museum. I recently participated in the first cohort of the Smithsonian Institutions' Democracy in Dialogue program, conducting virtual exchanges with participating students across the country and producing a research project about Idaho's role in the American experiment. My hobbies include cooking/baking, reading and studying for Quiz Bowl. 

Fun Fact: I type with one hand and always have. 

Favorite Number, Why?: 64; I'm not sure why this is my favorite number, I just randomly picked it one day in 6th grade. I guess its being a square number helps. 

Education: I am currently a Sophomore at Boise High School

Why I love Mathnasium: I enjoy working at Mathnasium because I love math and like to help foster others' love for it as well! Seeing the satisfaction students get when figuring out a problem is as rewarding as experiencing it firsthand. 

Zayah

I have taken all math classes up to (and including) Differential Equation with Matrix Theory, including Calculus I, II, and III. I am an associates degree candidate for a A.A. in Mathematics, as a high school student. I participated in FIRST Robotics Competitions with the 2122 "Team Tators", mentoring younger students in software development, as well as leading projects. Alongside it, I have also had the opportunity to Co-Found and be a Technical Director for a startup climate/software business named "Green Earth" under the Volts4All 501(c)(3) foundation, spearheading, teaching, and leading my team of 5. I have been awarded several awards and scholarships for my role as a Computational Research Technician at Boise State University, and was selected as one of 80 high school students from all Idaho high school seniors selected as a candidate for the Presidential Scholars Recognition Program headed by the U.S. Department of Education. I have tutored K-12 students for 2 years, including my volunteering at Jefferson Elementary School and in my efforts as a Full-Stack Developer with the Boise School District. I enjoy fishing, skiing, mountain biking, climbing, reading and coffee chats. 

Fun Fact: My favorite ice cream shop is Goodies, located in the North-End Boise. 

Favorite Number, Why?: 16, it was my jersey number while I played 8 years of soccer. 

Education: I attend Boise High School and Treasure Valley Math and Science Center, where I will graduate in 2025. I will be attending UNC Chapel Hill as a Computer Science student for the class of 29'. 

Why I love Mathnasium: I enjoy teaching math and equipping students with the tools to see its value rather than dismissing it. As a software developer, I use math every day, and I believe all students deserve the opportunities that come with a strong appreciation of its versatility.

Camille

I've taken Algebra 1-2, Geometry, Trigonometry, and am starting Pre-Calculus in high school. I've participated in many high school debates, performed several instrumental solos or in groups, participated in Sun Valley Music Festival and other music camps for several years, and have given many public speeches at school. I like to make animations, do graphic design, compose music and play instruments (violin, piano, and viola). 

Fun Fact: When I was 9 years old, I chipped my front tooth biting the refrigerator handle, exaggerating to my mom how hungery I was that I could eat the fridge. (I just wanted chicken nuggets). 

Favorite Number, Why?: 8, since its symmetrical both vertically and horizontally, and it looks like a standing infinity sign. It's just the best number. 

Education: I go to a Christian homeschool group called Classical Conversations, and I am currently a junior in high school. 

Why I love Mathnasium: I used to go to Mathnasium as a student and I loved both how engaging the environment was and how quickly I improved. It is a really nice and comfortable environment at Mathnasium. 

Katie

I've taken Algebra 1, Geometry, Accelerated Algebra 2, and College Algebra, Trigonometry, and Statistics. I currently do Writing Center at BK, where I help students with their essays. 

Fun Fact: I was born on Friday the 13th and I don't like cilantro. 

Favorite Number, Why?: 13, since it was the day I was born. 

Education: I currently am a junior at Bishop Kelly High School 

Why I like Mathnasium: I've learned through volunteering with Writing Center that I love working with people and helping them figure things out. 

Dan Hintz

Dan has always had a passion for helping people achieve their potential and a calling to teach math. After high school, he earned an Associate of Science degree in Electronics Engineering Technology, before deciding to serve in the military. He served an Air Force tour in Germany as an F-16 fighter jet mechanic and fell in love with the mission and people. He decided to make the Air Force career and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Math at Central Washington University, while attending ROTC. He holds several Master of Science degrees related to his Air Force career. Dan served 22 years in the Air Force, leading thousands of men and women and managing a wide range of logistics programs, including the US President’s Air Force One fleet requirements, and many types of combat aircraft. He retired to spend more time with his wife and 6 children and to begin a lifelong dream of teaching math. He was voted Teacher of the Year by his high school students and earned 100% top ratings as a private tutor. Meanwhile, he was searching for why math seemed so easy to people in other countries, but was such a challenge to many Americans. He found the answer at Mathnasium and immediately joined in helping all students gain a true number sense and life-long confidence in math. He has taught, tutored and coached thousands of youth all his adult life. Dan and his team are committed to helping students grow their math skills and giving them the confidence to be or do whatever they want in life!

Why I love Mathnasium: It's everything a parent could hope for to build a student's confidence... life-changing!!

Reed Brown

Reed has always loved math and enjoys helping kids learn to love math and how to use math in their daily lives. Reed earned a BS of Electrical Engineering degree from Brigham Young University and a Masters of Business Administration degree at Boise State University. Reed has spent over 25 years as a successful engineering and operations executive at Hewlett Packard, Quantum, and Iomega. In 2004, he decided to test his entrepreneurial skills and created Matchbin (now Radiate Media), a successful internet software company. Reed worked for Hewlett Packard in Boise for 15 years where he raised his family. Reed loves the Boise area and felt that by opening a Math Learning Center in the Treasure Valley he could give back to the community where his kids grew up. Reed opened his first Mathnasium in Utah in January, 2013 and his team has helped over 1500 students improve their grades and increase their confidence in math.

Clint Brown

Clint Brown spent the first 16+ years of his career working in marketing and advertising. From the small software start up to the $100M advertising agency, Clint has helped companies of various sizes grow and succeed. Clint has been involved with Mathnasium for several years and loves the rewarding experience of helping kids of all ages build math confidence.
Clint currently resides in Utah with his wife and 3 kids. Clint loves being in the outdoors hiking, canyoneering, skiing and more. He enjoys watching college football and cheering on the football team from the University of Utah.

Fun Fact: Clint summited Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Africa. Which reaches an elevation of 19,341'. 

Education: Clint holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the College of Engineering at the University of Utah.

Why I love Mathnasium: Helping kids realize that they can do math is one of the most rewarding things I've had the opportunity to experience in my career. Seeing a student gain confidence in their ability to do math can be life changing and working at Mathnasium allows me to see that happen every day.