Edina
7104 Amundson Avenue
Edina, MN 55439
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.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education (K–8) from University of Wisconsin Eau Claire and Western Governors University
Years of experience teaching math:
5 years
What do you like most about learning?
I love that learning opens the door to discovery. There’s always a moment when something “clicks,” and seeing students experience that spark of understanding is incredibly rewarding. Learning encourages curiosity, builds confidence, and shows students that they are capable of more than they realized.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
One of my most impactful experiences was working with a student who believed they “just weren’t a math person.” Through consistent support, individualized strategies, and celebrating small successes, the student not only caught up academically but started approaching challenges with confidence. By the end of our time together, they were proudly taking on advanced problems and helping their peers—proof that mindset and encouragement can transform a student’s relationship with math.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I make learning math fun by connecting concepts to real-life situations, using games and hands-on activities, and encouraging students to explore different strategies. When students feel engaged, supported, and free to be creative, math becomes something they look forward to rather than something they fear.
Education:
Up to Ordinary Differential Equations.
Years of experience teaching math:
1 year
What do you like most about learning?
Many of the things I learn aren’t as obvious as they first seem. I like going beyond what I take at face value and figuring out what’s going on at a deeper level.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
My instruction is most impactful when I facilitate a feeling of individual discovery. Those “eureka!” moments are my favorite part of Mathnasium, because they always come from a true leap in understanding.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Math is arguably the most abstract area of study one can learn. While it is certainly interesting by itself, I derive the most enjoyment from its applications, especially physics.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I find that students often become bored and disinterested when they don’t understand the reasoning behind the formulae or methods they’re applying. Instead, deriving these ideas from intuition is not only more rewarding, but also more fun and engaging.
Education:
High school junior
Years of experience teaching math:
<1 year
What do you like most about learning?
The ability to teach others and apply learning to the real world.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Calculus
How do you make learning math fun for students?
By presenting them with multiple learning styles for each student. I personalize their learning.
Education:
Junior at Edina High School
Years of experience teaching math:
<1 year
What do you like most about learning?
Seeing how the topics you learn apply to the world around you. I find that really interesting and satisfying.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
I've seen kids gain a grasp on a topic they didn't previously understand, and link it to something they've learned before.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
I enjoy teaching Algebra the most.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I try and engage students on their terms, I find it easier to talk with them and they seem to like Mathnasium more than the teaching, say, at school.
Education:
Graduated Edina High School in 2026, going to NYU in the fall!
Years of experience teaching math:
1 year
What do you like most about learning?
I love being able to apply what I have learned to real life situations. I think learning is more than just digesting the facts, but also having to apply critical thinking skills, which tells you why the facts matter.
What is the biggest impact you’ve had on a student’s ability to become proficient in math?
A lot of students come into the center scared to attempt problems by themselves, worrying about getting wrong answers. I hope that I have reassured students to always apply themselves and not worry about making mistakes when learning new things.
What type of math do you enjoy teaching most?
Algebra because it's so important in more difficult types of math.
How do you make learning math fun for students?
I really like having conversations with kids while they do their work, asking them questions about their work themselves.
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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