Newmarket
17725 Yonge Street
, #102B
Newmarket, ON L3Y 7C1
Newmarket, ON L3Y 7C1
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.
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.
Mariaelisa and Karl are Ontario-certified teachers with over 30 years of experience each. Mariaelisa holds a B.Ed. from the University of Toronto and an M.Ed. from Mount Saint Vincent University. She has supported ministry-led math initiatives and is passionate about helping students build confidence.
Karl earned his M.Ed. in 1999 and has spent his career teaching tech studies. Both believe in the power of math to transform lives. Outside of Mathnasium, they enjoy spending time with their three sons, biking, swimming, skiing, and enjoying the outdoors.
Cassandra is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a BSc in Mathematics for Education and a BEd from York University. Qualified in Intermediate/Senior Mathematics and French, she loves connecting with students, listening to their concerns, and helping them build both math skills and confidence.
Outside of Mathnasium, Cassandra enjoys basketball, swimming, and spending quality time with friends and family. Her favourite number is 17 because it's her lucky number, and her favourite math joke is: “How do numbers celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? By D’ublin’!”
Originally from Brazil, Maria earned her Bachelor of Mathematics at a Brazilian university called UNESP and has been teaching math for over 10 years. She believes in meeting students where they are, presenting concepts in a variety of contexts so they can discover connections, see practical applications, and find multiple paths to solutions.
When she is not teaching, she is often found reading, enjoying music, or visiting new and interesting places.
Maria's favourite number is 6.
Her favourite math joke is: "Do you know which tree is the math teacher’s favorite? Geometry!"
Kemi is a graduate from Humber Polytechnic with a Bachelor of Design. She uses math every day in design, applying it to patterns, symmetry, and precise measurements. Her teaching style is all about simplifying concepts and making math accessible and engaging for students.
Kemi is also a creative spirit, organizing fun events and games at the centre. In her spare time, she enjoys concerts and hanging out with friends.
Her favourite number is 4, and her favourite math joke is: “Why did the two fours skip lunch? Because they already 8!”
Eleni is a graduate from Toronto Metropolitan University, where she studied Finance and Economics. She’s passionate about teaching, especially helping students understand the link between math and money. Eleni uses Socratic questioning to deepen understanding and loves watching students gain confidence through guided discovery.
She hopes to become a Financial Analyst and eventually a professor. In her free time, she enjoys reading and playing volleyball—her favourite sport.
Her favourite number is 7 (her birthday is November 7th!), and her go-to math joke is: “Who’s in charge in a pencil case? The ruler!”
Sourena is entering his third year at Toronto Metropolitan University, where he is studying mathematics and its applications. He likes to represent math problems with pictures for better understanding and enjoys examining problems to see how they can be applied in the real world. Sourena also likes to maximize fun while not compromising learning.
Within the next 3 years, Sourena hopes to start both his master's program and his career. In his free time, he is active playing basketball and going to the gym.
His favourite number is 30 because of Stephen Curry, and his favourite math joke is: “Swimmers love one kind of math more than all others, what is it? Dive-ision!”.
Alix is an instructor with a strong passion for helping students build confidence and clarity in mathematics. She enjoys breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps and guiding students toward independent problem-solving. Alix is especially motivated by seeing students grow more comfortable asking questions and trusting their own thinking.
Outside of teaching, Alix enjoys playing soccer, reading, and staying curious by exploring topics related to science and problem-solving. She plans to continue her education in the medical field, where she hopes to combine her analytical skills with a desire to help others.
Her favourite number is 6, and her favourite math joke is: “Why did the student eat their homework? Because the teacher said it was a piece of cake!
Gabby is a student at Sacred Heart Catholic Highschool interested in studying kinesiology in the fall. Gabby has a passion for teamwork and helping others, aiming to instill a sense of accomplishment and enjoyment for math in her students. She strives to teach her students to their individual learning styles, and create an inclusive environment for all learners.
In her spare time, Gabby loves to paint, draw, and read. Gabby also enjoys playing many sports, especially soccer and basketball.
Her favourite number is 20, and her favourite math joke is “Why was the math book sad? Because it had too many problems!”
Nicholas is a third-year York University student, and is studying Actuarial Science. He seeks to use his mathematical experience to help students develop their skills, and share his appreciation for math with all of its value it has to offer in our lives.
Nicholas likes to spend his free time going on hikes, taking a stroll through a park or neighbourhood, travelling with friends, and sometimes just listening to music (his favourite genre is Classic Rock!).
His favourite number is 19, and his favourite math joke is: "Why don't you ever argue with a 90-degree angle? Because they are always right!"
Ervin is a graduate from McMaster University with a BSc in Mathematics. He has a passion for math and loves teaching students all the different ways a problem can be solved. Ervin believes every student has what it takes to succeed in math and it's just a matter of finding the right path.
Outside of teaching, he enjoys gaming, coding and keeping up with professional chess.
His favourite number is 0 and his favourite math joke is: “What does zero say to the eight? Nice belt!”
Teach children math so they understand it, master it, and love it. Math can change their lives, and they can change the world.
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