Top-Rated K-12 Math Tutors in West Des Moines

  • Specially Trained Math Tutors
  • Teaching The Way Your Child Learns
  • Assessment Based Personalized Learning Plans

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Our Results

The Proof Is In The Numbers

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.

How We Help K-12 Students Excel in Math

Our instructors use the Mathnasium Method™, our proprietary teaching approach that combines personalized learning plans with mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written techniques to build math knowledge level by level. This method ensures that each student receives tailored instruction that meets their unique needs and learning styles.

By focusing on understanding fundamental concepts and developing critical thinking skills, our approach helps students build a strong mathematical foundation.

Our dedicated and specially trained math tutors offer personalized face-to-face instruction in a supportive and engaging environment. We work with students of all skill levels, both in-center and online, to help them achieve math mastery.

Discover how Mathnasium tutors helped Malachi become more confident in math.

Each Mathnasium student receives a personalized learning plan that considers their current skill level, knowledge gaps, and academic goals. Combined with our teaching approach, the plan is designed to help the student truly understand, master, and enjoy math.

Discover how Mathnasium helped Maddie transform her math skills. Initially struggling with the lowest math grades in her class, Maddie worked with our tutors using a personalized approach tailored to her specific needs.

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Proudly Serving West Des Moines Neighborhoods

We specialize in math-only instruction with a focused, caring, and fun learning approach that delivers results. We proudly serve local communities and schools including:

  • West Des Moines
  • Waukee
  • Urbandale
  • Clive
  • Van Meter
  • Norwalk
  • Des Moines

Specially Trained and Caring Team

Meet Our West Des Moines Math Tutors

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Dan Gehlbach

Thanks for visiting our website! My name is Dan Gehlbach and I serve as the Center Director as well as own the West Des Moines Mathnasium location. Please don’t hesitate to call me or fill out the form above to find out more about how we can help your child. I am a native of Urbandale and graduated from UHS. I have lived all over the world but settled back in the Waukee side of Urbandale in 2006. Before opening our center in West Des Moines in early 2011, I was in the auditing field and a Certified Internal Auditor. I have an undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas and a MBA from Arizona State University. I have worked as a high school teacher overseas, a corporate auditor for the big casinos in Las Vegas, and in the insurance and healthcare industry. I have a wonderful wife, Staci, and 2 fantastic daughters. My oldest will be a Freshman next year any my youngest in 6th grade. After learning more about Mathnasium and seeing what it offers kids, I took the risk and started Mathnasium of West Des Moines 12 years ago. It has been tremendously rewarding to help kids in our community and see them reach their potential. We have hundreds of amazing success stories as a result of our Passionate Instructors, the Inspiring Learning Environment, Teaching Style and Curriculum at Mathnasium! Let Mathnasium help your student!

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How to Enroll at Our West Des Moines Math Learning Center

Students can follow three easy steps to enroll at Mathnasium and attend sessions.

1

Schedule An Assessment

2

Receive a Personalized Learning Plan

3

Start Your Sessions

All students begin their Mathnasium journey with a diagnostic assessment that pinpoints what they already know and what they still need to learn.

Using assessment-based insights, we will create a personalized learning plan for each student. Our detailed plan takes students step-by-step from where they are to where they need to go.

Once their personalized learning plan is ready and the pace of weekly math sessions established, students can start working with their math tutor in-center or by logging into live online sessions with them.

FAQ

Mathnasium Frequently Asked Questions

  • What math classes can your tutors teach?

    Our caring, specially trained tutors work with elementary, middle, and high school students of all skill levels looking to learn and master any K-12 math class and topic, including Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus. 

  • Do your math tutors work with students online?

    Yes, our students can attend Mathnasium at our center or log into live, face-to-face sessions with their tutor.

  • Why do you require an assessment for enrollment?

    Each student is given a diagnostic assessment that pinpoints their strengths, knowledge gaps, and unique goals, so that we can create a personalized learning plan that will put them on the best path to math mastery. 

  • Do you work with advanced students or only the ones struggling with math?

    We empower students of all skill levels to excel in math, whether they are looking to catch up, keep up, or get ahead on their math journey.   

    We work with advanced students to expand their math skills and help them achieve their greatest potential. At Mathnasium, advanced students can explore the topics beyond their school’s math curriculum and receive personalized support to achieve their unique academic goals.  

    If a student is struggling or simply looking to keep up in their math class, Mathnasium will build upon what they already know, addressing their learning gaps and teaching math in a way that makes sense to them.  

  • What does Mathnasium cost?

    Mathnasium provides premium value by combining a superior learning experience with an efficient structure that keeps costs low. There is a flat enrollment fee for our program, and students attend regularly—much like a gym membership. We recommend that they attend Mathnasium 2-3 times per week as attending less frequently will slow results and attending too often could lead to student burnout. Pricing varies by program and geographic area. Contact our center for more details on enrollment packages.

  • How do you teach math? What method or curriculum do you use?

    We use the Mathnasium Method™, a proprietary teaching approach which combines personalized learning plans with proven techniques to build math knowledge upon what students already know, so they're able to retain what they learn and gain confidence along the way. 

  • Do you give homework to students?

    No. All learning occurs under the efficient and effective guidance of our trained instructors. Adding homework would risk frustration and overload. In fact, we'll set aside some time each session to help your student with their school homework.

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West Des Moines

160 S 68th St, #1105

West Des Moines, IA 50266

hours of operation

Mon-Thu: 3:00PM - 8:00PM
Sat: 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Sun: 1:00PM - 4:00PM

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