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.

Sainam holds a Bachelor of Mathematics with a minor in Applied Mathematics from the University of Washington. Her love of math blossomed early and led her to Mathnasium, where she now inspires young learners to build strong mathematical foundations.
As ACD and Senior Instructor at Mathnasium of Mill Creek, she teaches across a wide range of topics, adapting lessons to each student’s level. Sainam’s enthusiasm and encouragement create an engaging classroom atmosphere that helps students grow both in skill and confidence. She is dedicated to making each lesson meaningful and fun.
Ira is the Owner and Managing Director of Mathnasium of Maple Valley, Bothell, and Mill Creek. She holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science, a Bachelor’s in Statistics, and has an extensive background exploring Actuarial Science. Ira was first introduced to Mathnasium as a parent, when she enrolled her son and witnessed firsthand the incredible impact of the program.
With prior experience as a software engineer at Microsoft, Ira deeply understands how foundational math skills apply across all technical and professional careers. As a multi-center owner with several years of dedicated experience working alongside our wonderful parents and students, she is deeply committed to bringing the Mathnasium Method to her local communities. Ira firmly believes that every child can enjoy math—once it finally makes sense.
Outside of the centers, Ira lives with her husband, two children, and their Samoyed.
Shashi has a Ph.D. in civil engineering from the University of Delaware. He graduated with a Bachelor's and a Master's Degree from the Indian Institute of Technology (I.I.T.) Delhi, India. He was a professor of civil engineering at Texas A&M University for four years and at I.I.T. Delhi for 35 years until he retired. He relocated to the US post retirement. He has worked extensively in the area of water resources engineering with key focus on groundwater contamination and bioremediation technologies. He strongly believes that math develops problem solving skills and sharpens critical and analytical skills in young minds. In his free time, he enjoys painting with acrylic colors.
James has a bachelor's degree in physics and mathematics from the University of California, San Diego. His favorite subjects are linear algebra, probability, logic, and relativity. He enjoys the act of explaining math to others and helping them understand mathematical concepts. In his free time, James likes to play the drums.
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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