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Mathnasium of Southwest Minneapolis's personalized algebra tutoring programs are designed to support students at every stage of their math journey.
Our caring tutors help students make the leap from concrete arithmetic to abstract thinking, mastering integers, fractions, order of operations, and variables that form the foundation for Algebra 1.
Using proven teaching techniques, we guide students through multi-step equations, linear functions, graphing, and word problems, transforming this high-stakes course into a confident stepping stone toward future math success.
Students master fast-paced, complex concepts—factoring polynomials, quadratics, exponentials, and logarithms—with targeted support that builds the advanced problem-solving skills required for Precalculus and college preparation.
At Mathnasium of Southwest Minneapolis MN, our specially trained math tutors help students of all skill levels excel in Prealgebra, Algebra 1, and Algebra 2, as they master key topics from introductory expressions to advanced functions and equations.
We provide personalized, face-to-face instruction in a caring and fun small-group environment. Our tutors use clear, everyday language, meet students where they are, and help them develop the understanding and confidence they need to succeed in algebra.
We use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach designed to help students truly understand how algebra works. This approach strengthens critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and long-term retention.
Our tutors combine proven interactive techniques with personalized learning plans tailored to each student’s needs and learning style. We make algebra clear, meaningful, and easier to apply both in the classroom and in everyday situations.
Each student begins their Mathnasium journey with a diagnostic assessment to identify current skills and knowledge gaps in algebra. Using assessment-based insights, we create a personalized learning plan that targets exactly what each student needs.
Once the plan is created, our tutors deliver targeted instruction, evolving according to each student’s learning style to close any learning gaps, strengthen their baseline foundation in algebra, and build lasting confidence every step of the way.
Our Results
94%
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
93%
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
90%
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
Our Results
The Proof Is In The Numbers
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
Algebra Tutors Near You
Mathnasium’s specially trained algebra tutors work with students across the 55419, 55407, 55408, 55409, 55410, 55423, and 55417 zip codes. We proudly serve families throughout Southwest Minneapolis and nearby areas, including:
Specially Trained and Caring Team
James Cawthorne, Ph.D.
Center Director
Education:
B.S. in Pulp and Paper Science Technology, North Carolina State University
B.S. in Chemical Engineering, North Carolina State University
M.S. in Paper and Printing Science and Engineering, Western Michigan University
Ph.D. in Engineering Education, Purdue University
Years of experience teaching math:
20+ years
What do you like most about learning?
For me, it is the new ideas and ways of doing things that I did not know how to do before. With students, it is the light-bulb moment where something a student has been working on “clicks” and the math now makes sense to them.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
Helping a student to recognize what a question is asking. Many times, particularly with word problems or in higher level math, students think they know what a question is asking and do not read through the question carefully. Many times a question will provide hints to assist a student in solving the question.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
The higher-level math of geometry, trigonometry, pre-calculus, and calculus.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
By building rapport with the student through learning about them and their interests. This allows for stories and jokes, especially about the math the students are working on. These connections allow me, as an instructor, to construct a learning environment where the student becomes comfortable asking questions about math.
Taylor Keuch
Assistant Center Director
Education:
Bachelors of Science in Education from Wright State University
Masters of Education in Mathematics from The City College of New York
Years of experience teaching math:
15 years
What do you like most about learning?
That there is always more to learn. We all have gaps in our knowledge, mathematical or otherwise.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
I've had students who have become more confident in school in general after gaining confidence in math. The confidence to tackle whatever life throws at you is incalculable.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
I enjoy teaching students the topics they like the least. It is always a joy seeing students a month later surprise themselves at what they used to struggle with.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I am a story teller to the core. Connecting difficult math topics to stories, real world or otherwise, can help make learning math more fun and memorable.
Trenton
Lead Instructor
Education:
Bachelors of Business Administration
Years of experience teaching math:
1.5 years
What do you like most about learning?
I love the initial excitement of a student when they have an "aha!" moment regarding a new math concept. It is satisfying for me as an instructor and satisfying for the student as they gain confidence.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
I have been able to bring certain students who may initially not like math to a point of comfortability with math through my excitement for it. I love math, and I have seen that rub off on students.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
I love teaching algebra. Solving for variables and taking students through that process brings me a lot of joy.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I take time to learn about my students. I have some that discuss k-pop with me for the first 5 minutes of the session. I have others who discuss dance and theater with me. I try to show my kids that I care about their interests and that I'm not a math robot.
Ayla
Lead Instructor
Education:
High School diploma from Lakeville South High School
University of Minnesota Talented Youth Mathematics Program
Additional courses in higher math including Linear Algebra, and proof writing
Working towards a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Minnesota
Years of experience teaching math:
6 years
What do you like most about learning?
The thing I like most about learning (math in particular) is finding ways to connect abstract numbers into real world applications; finding ways that numbers and formulas connect into everyday puzzles.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
Over the course of about 2.5 years and many hours, I was able to help a student who was behind in math catch up to their grade level and help them understand and keep up with what was being taught in class.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
My favorite types of math to teach are Algebra and Pre-Calculus. For each problem, there are many different ways to solve it, and I enjoy finding the method that works best for each student.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I try to make math fun for students by teaching them tricks and shortcuts that simplify the problems. Math becomes less of a chore and more of a fun puzzle that can be solved.
Juan
Instructor
Education:
Masters in Physics from University of MN
Years of Experience Teaching Math:
2 years
What do you like most about learning?
The magic moment when things click after some struggling.
What is the biggest impact you've had on a student's ability to become proficient in math?
I’ve found giving students interesting problems, not necessarily aligned with curriculum, can motivate them to think creatively.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Linear algebra has some beautiful visualizations and theorems.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I love creating interactive DESMOS animations that others can play with at their own pace.
Iris
Instructor
Education:
Mathematics major; Psychology major; Statistics minor at Macalester College. Graduating June 2026.
Years of experience teaching math:
3 years
What do you like most about learning?
The connection with others when people are learning together is irreplaceable. There’s a feeling that comes with solving a problem with others you would be unable to do on your own that I can’t describe with any word other than satisfying.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
The most important thing I can do for a student to become proficient in math is to engage them wherever they’re at. All the impact I have had on my students’ math abilities has been through connecting with them personally.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Calculus; algebra
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I want to give my students the ability to set goals for themselves, but more importantly, I want to find the things they enjoy and show them how math can apply to it. I’ve found joy in applying math to games and activities that I love and I want to show other people that they can do the same.
Jackson
Instructor
Education:
University of MN - Twin Cities, College of Science and Engineering: Engineering Physics Bachelor of Science with Minors in Mathematics and Neuroscience
What do you like most about learning?
I like how there's always something to learn no matter how much education one acquires. Learning is a lifelong process.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
Over the course of three months, I helped a college student to raise their grade in college algebra from a D to a B+ via 1-on-1 consultations at the UMN libraries.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Calculus 1 and 2 and anything algebra, but I love math in general so it's difficult to narrow down a favorite subject.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I show how math can be useful in real life, and how no matter your interests, math can always be relevant.
Whether they would like to attend sessions in-center or online, students can take 3 easy steps to enroll at Mathnasium.
All students begin their Mathnasium journey with a diagnostic assessment that pinpoints what they already know and the algebraic concepts they still need to learn.
FAQ
Meet our algebra tutors at Mathnasium of Southwest Minneapolis, located at 5315 Lyndale Avenue South, just up from Starbucks and Kowalski's Grocery Store, directly under the movie theater marquee sign.
Our center offers easy access and nearby parking for families throughout the area.
We proudly serve students from Linden Hills, East Harriet, Kingfield, Fulton, Lynnhurst, Tangletown, and surrounding Southwest Minneapolis neighborhoods. Local schools we support include:
Anthony Middle School
Justice Page Middle School
Annunciation Catholic School
Southwest High School
Washburn High School
And more
Our tutors help students learn and master any algebra topic, including:
Writing and solving expressions and equations
Working with inequalities
Linear and quadratic functions
Graphing and systems of equations
Factoring and polynomials
Exponents, radicals, and rational expressions
Students follow personalized learning plans so they can focus on building the skills they need to advance on their math journey.
Our enrollment process begins with a diagnostic assessment that helps us understand their current algebra knowledge, learning gaps, and goals. The assessment is free and designed to feel engaging, so students can relax and interact with us in a stress-free environment.
We use the assessment insights to create a personalized learning plan that provides exactly the level of support the student needs.
At Mathnasium of Southwest Minneapolis, we do not follow a one-size-fits-all algebra curriculum. Instead, we use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach that combines personalized learning plans with proven instructional techniques to promote math mastery.
Our tutors build on what each student already knows, fill in gaps, and introduce new concepts in a logical sequence that helps students truly understand the concepts they are working with.
Yes! We work with students of all skill levels.
Our tutors meet students where they are, identify and fill in foundational gaps, and guide them through challenging algebra topics step by step.
By teaching concepts in a way that makes sense, we help students rebuild understanding and confidence, which often leads to improved performance in the classroom.
Absolutely! We support students enrolled in honors or accelerated algebra courses, those preparing for more advanced coursework, and students looking for enrichment beyond the classroom.
We also help students strengthen algebra skills needed for college entrance exams such as the PSAT®, SAT®, and ACT®.
Our specially trained tutors work with students to build a well-rounded mathematical foundation across the core concepts the exam covers, while also helping them develop the speed, logical reasoning, and decision-making skills needed to navigate a high-pressure, timed format. We also help students build the confidence to succeed not only on the exam, but throughout the program.
Yes. Our tutors set aside time during each session to help students with their algebra homework, using this as an opportunity to reinforce the concepts they're learning at school and empowering them to complete their schoolwork independently.
Yes, Mathnasium creates personalized learning plans and can align instruction with Minnesota classroom expectations when needed.
We help students prepare for quizzes, unit tests, final and state exams, and standardized assessments that include algebra content, including the and Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments (MCA).
Yes. Our tutors understand the Minnesota Academic Standards for Mathematics and the expectations of local schools.
Mathnasium creates personalized learning plans and can align those plans with state standards when needed to support classroom learning and assessment preparation.
Mathnasium of Southwest Minneapolis provides premium-value math tutoring for a flat monthly membership fee. Pricing depends on your student's individual plan and session schedule.
For specific pricing information, please contact our center directly. We're happy to walk you through the options and find a plan that fits your student's goals and your family's needs.
Getting started is simple! Contact us or schedule a consultation to get started.
The assessment will help us understand your child's skills and goals so we can build their personalized learning plan.
Most students begin regular sessions within just a few days.
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5315 Lyndale Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55419
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| Email: | southwestminneapolis @mathnasium.com |
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