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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.
Our Results
The Proof Is In The Numbers
Math Skills
of parents report an improvement in their child’s math skills and understanding.
Attitude
of parents report improved attitude toward math after attending Mathnasium.
Success
of students saw an improvement in their school grades.
At Mathnasium of Highland Park, our tutors use the Mathnasium Method™ to help students develop a deep understanding of math. This proprietary teaching approach blends personalized learning plans with mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written techniques, ensuring each student receives math help tailored to their unique needs and learning styles.
The Mathnasium Method™ is designed to build a strong foundation for math excellence, empowering students to truly understand and even enjoy math.
Our caring and specially trained math tutors in Highland Park deliver face-to-face instruction in a supportive, engaging group environment. We support K-12 students of all skill levels, both in-center and online, to help them reach their full math potential.
Learn how Mathnasium tutors helped Malachi gain confidence in math.
At Mathnasium of Highland Park, each student receives a personalized learning plan based on a detailed assessment of their skill level, challenges, and academic goals.
This tailored approach allows students to learn at their own pace while building critical thinking and problem-solving skills, along with the confidence they need to excel in their math journey.
Discover how Mathnasium helped Maddie transform her math skills to achieve more confidence in the subject. Initially struggling with the lowest math grades in her class, Maddie worked with our tutors using a personalized approach tailored to her specific needs.
Math Tutors Near You
We specialize in math-only instruction with a customized and fun learning approach that delivers results. We proudly serve local communities, including:
Specially Trained and Caring Team
Cynthia Krol Owen
Owner and Center Director
Cynthia brings years of experience as a school psychologist, where she specialized in assessing students’ academic skills, including math. A lifelong math enthusiast, she studied mathematics at Loyola University before earning master’s degrees in both School Psychology and Accounting.
As a mother of two, Cynthia stayed active in her community as a school board member, parent council president, and treasurer. Now a Mathnasium Master Certified Center Director, she’s thrilled to help students build confidence and discover the joy of learning math. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and keeping up with Pilates.
Saybil Altintas
Online and Technical Support
Saybil holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Chemical Engineering and has always loved teaching others, especially math. Originally from Turkey, she spent part of her education in Highland Park and is fluent in both English and Turkish.
A former Mathnasium instructor, Saybil now supports the center with her technical and online expertise. When she’s not working, she enjoys swimming, spending time with her two sons, and watching Marvel movies with her family.
Merrick Shor
Instructor
After a 30-year career as a Radiologist, Merrick joined Mathnasium to continue sharing his passion for teaching. His background in medicine gives him a deep appreciation for the role math plays in everyday problem-solving and scientific discovery.
Known for his sense of humor and fun approach to learning, Merrick makes math enjoyable for his students. In his spare time, he likes biking, watching comedies, and playing the violin.
Jeff Rubin
Instructor
Jeff has worked as an investment advisor for more than 30 years and holds degrees in Economics and Business Administration. A lifelong math enthusiast, he’s been an instructor at Mathnasium for several years and also volunteers with local math programs.
When he’s not teaching, Jeff enjoys golfing, playing tennis, and competing in fantasy football leagues. He lives in the area with his two grown daughters and loves helping students develop confidence and curiosity in math.
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Students can take 3 easy steps to enroll at Mathnasium.
All students begin their Mathnasium journey with a diagnostic assessment that pinpoints what they already know and what they still need to learn.
FAQ
Mathnasium of Highland Park is located at 600 Central Ave, Suite 142, Highland Park, IL 60035, in a convenient shopping area surrounded by Just 4 Friends, Asian Foot Spa, and Aesthetic Beauty Lounge, Inc. The center is easily accessible, with nearby dining, retail, and fitness options for busy families.
We serve students from Highland Park, Deerfield, Glencoe, Lincolnshire, Northbrook, and Bannockburn.
Local schools we support include:
Illinois Classical Ballet
North Shore School of Dance
Kuchta Academy of Fine Art & Illustration
Work of Heart Studio
Sherwood Elementary School
Yes, Mathnasium of Highland Park offers both in-center and online tutoring.
Our students receive live, face-to-face instruction in a supportive and engaging group environment from the same caring tutors, whether they attend online or in person.
No. Whether attending online or in center, students receive the same quality of live, face-to-face instruction.
Online students follow the same personalized learning plans and receive the same caring support from our tutors as those who attend in person.
Mathnasium of Highland Park can help students learn and master any K–12 math class or topic, from basic arithmetic and Prealgebra to Geometry, Trigonometry, and higher-level courses.
We follow learning plans that are tailored to each student’s specific needs, ensuring they get the help required to make sense of math, close knowledge gaps, and build solid foundations for long-term success.
Mathnasium of Highland Park offers math-only tutoring through a flat monthly membership. Most students attend sessions two or three times per week. After a diagnostic assessment, we design a personalized learning plan with a recommended schedule based on your child’s learning goals.
For details, contact us at [email protected].
No. Membership pricing is the same whether students attend online, in person, or through a hybrid format.
Each student begins their enrollment process with a diagnostic assessment that helps us understand their current skill level, learning gaps, and academic goals. We use this information to create a personalized learning plan designed to support their unique path to success.
At Mathnasium of Highland Park, we don’t follow a traditional curriculum. We use the Mathnasium Method™, a teaching approach that combines personalized, assessment-based learning plans with proven teaching techniques to help students truly understand and even enjoy math.
Our tutors follow this approach to build on what students already know, introduce new concepts in a logical sequence, and strengthen problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to build solid foundations for math mastery.
Both! Mathnasium of Highland Park supports students of all skill levels.
Students who are behind in math class receive caring, targeted instruction to rebuild essential skills and improve performance. Advanced learners benefit from enrichment opportunities that challenge their thinking and deepen their understanding of mathematical concepts.
Absolutely! We welcome homeschooled, public, and private school students from Highland Park and nearby communities including Deerfield, Glencoe, and Northbrook.
Yes. Our tutors make time during each session to help students with their math homework and ensure they understand the material covered in school.
No. All learning happens during sessions, either in the center or online. We don’t assign additional homework so students can stay focused and make meaningful progress while they’re with us.
Yes. Mathnasium of Highland Park helps students prepare for school-based and standardized math tests, including state assessments, ACT®, and SAT®. Our test prep features personalized learning plans, targeted practice, and strategies that strengthen both math skills and confidence.
Knowledge Hub
600 Central Ave, #142
Highland Park, IL 60035
| Call: | (847) 432-5050 |
| Text: | (847) 609-4343 |
| Email: | [email protected] |
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3:00PM-7:00PM
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10AM - 2:00PM
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10:00AM - 2:00PM
| Mon-Thu: | 3:00PM-7:00PM |
| Sun: | 10AM - 2:00PM |
| Mon-Thu: | 1:00PM-7:00PM |
| Sun: | 10:00AM - 2:00PM |
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