Our Team at Mathnasium of Woodland Hills

Helen

Helen is a second-year college student majoring in Biology with a deep appreciation for math that goes back to her own days as a Mathnasium student. That firsthand experience with personalized instruction shapes how she works with students today. Outside the center, she enjoys crocheting and playing guitar. 

Having seen what the right support can do for a student's relationship with math, Helen brings both genuine enthusiasm and personal understanding to every session. 

Alaenna

I am a senior at Marymount High School. I am extremely passionate about STEM, and I am aiming to major in Biomedical engineering. I wanted to work at Mathnasium because I love to teach and work with kids. At Mathnasium, my goal is to help students feel supported, comfortable with the math subject they’re working on, and make math fun. It is exciting to see the immense progress that students make and the determination in each and every student. Outside of school, I am a classical pianist, volunteer at homeless shelters, and love going to concerts.

Donna

Donna received her bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of California, Los Angeles. She taught junior high school math for one year. She has been an instructor at Mathnasium of Woodland Hills for more than 11 years. Donna is passionate about helping students build confidence in math through clear explanations, personalized instruction, and step-by-step problem-solving. She especially enjoys teaching algebra and helping students understand math in a way that makes sense to them.

Kara

Kara is a junior at Oaks Christian High School enrolled in the school's engineering program. She knows firsthand what it feels like to be a student juggling a demanding schedule and challenging material, and she draws on that experience to make math feel less overwhelming and more approachable. Art, music, and time outdoors at the beach or on hiking trails keep her grounded outside of school. 

At Mathnasium, Kara is committed to bringing positivity and a fresh perspective to every student she works with.

Miles

Miles is a senior at Viewpoint School who loves tutoring middle school math for Mu Alpha Theta and creating STEM immersion opportunities at the Assistance League’s Preschool Learning Center. As a machine learning researcher, he believes every student deserves to experience true curiosity and act on it. This is why he chose Mathnasium—for its personalized curricula. Miles loves his two cats and sports, including badminton, swimming, and ultimate frisbee. If you have any questions about how AI works and why math helps us understand it, please ask!

Noah

My name is Noah and I’m currently getting my degree in Applied Math at CSUN. I have been working with Mathnasium across a few locations for several years now, starting out as a student before becoming an instructor! I love showing people how much fun math can be, and how it is used in a variety of subjects. When I’m not teaching or studying math, I enjoy watching a good movie or reading.

Ranjana

Hi! My name is Ranjana, and I’m a senior at Taft Charter High School. My favorite area of math is geometry, and I love working with students of different ages and skill levels. I chose Mathnasium to gain teaching experience and help students build their math skills. I enjoy explaining concepts, answering questions, and getting to know the students I work with. Outside of Mathnasium, I enjoy playing flute and piccolo in band, dancing, sewing, and listening to music.

Dan Saposhnik

Dan graduated from the University of Arizona in 1985 with a B.S. in Microbiology and from Hofstra University's Graduate School of Business in 1990 with an MBA in Accounting. He worked as a CPA with public accounting firm Price Waterhouse and has built successful companies in various fields including real estate and executive recruiting. Dan's passion for teaching and love for working with kids is rooted in family tradition. His mother was a highly regarded principal in Las Vegas for nearly 30 years. Dan has taught and tutored children of all ages and was a mentor for underprivileged children. Dan is committed to significantly increasing Woodland Hills children's math skills, their understanding of math concepts and their overall school performance. "We provide lots of warm encouragement in a very positive learning environment so that children build their confidence and develop a winning attitude towards math. Our kids learn math in a way that makes sense to them. They get excited about math and this spirit carries over into everything they do."

Laurie Wasser Saposhnik

Laurie graduated from UCLA in 1986 with a B.A. in Communication Studies. Before joining Mathnasium, she built a successful career working with Fortune 500 high-tech companies, including IBM, SAP, EMC, TIBCO, and MicroStrategy.
Laurie’s passion for teaching and working with children is deeply rooted in her family values. Her father, a dedicated special education teacher, spent over 30 years shaping young minds in California. Following in his footsteps, Laurie is committed to empowering children in the Las Vegas community by improving their math skills, fostering a strong understanding of mathematical concepts, and building their confidence to succeed academically.
In addition to her work at Mathnasium, Laurie volunteers as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), where she advocates for the best interests of children in foster care. This role reflects her dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and supporting their growth and well-being.