Our Team

Larry Martinek, Creator of the Mathnasium Method™

Larry Martinek, Chief Instructional Officer, Developer of Mathnasium Program. 

Larry has spent his entire career finding a better way to teach math. From inner city to public schools, to acclaimed magnet schools, to leading private and parochial schools, Larry has served as both a classroom teacher and as an educational consultant. He has designed curriculum, teaching strategies, and teaching materials designed to help students and teachers learn math more effectively. He has trained teachers in the art and science of boosting students' ability to “do” math, thereby increasing students' math scores and feeling of self-worth. Larry is the developer of Mathnasium’s educational program – one of the most comprehensive and innovative curriculas ever produced for teaching math.

While Larry is not an Instructor at our Center, He is a valuable asset we can call on to ask about specific students' scenarios for guidance and advice. This has helped to make visits more productive and enjoyable for many of our students.//www.mathnasium.com/walnut/our-team

Nick, Assistant Center Director

Nick is currently attending California State Long Beach, pursuing a degree in Physics. His favorite part about tutoring in math, is being able to help forge a strong understanding and love of the subject. He believes that skills learned in mathematics can be applied universally, and are an important factor in the student’s future. In his spare time, Nick likes to play guitar, read, write poetry, and spending time with his friends.

Pearl, Assistant Center Director

Pearl is a student at Glen A. Wilson and loves working with younger kids. She thinks that it is very important to build a strong foundation in math, especially at a young age. She wants to pursue a degree in business marketing and management. In her free time, Pearl enjoys dance and theatre.

Charlie, Instructor

Charlie is currently a sophomore at Mt. San Antonio College studying computer engineering. He has a passion for mathematics, physics, and badminton. Charlie's tutoring experience has been helpful amongst his friends and students guided by his proper understanding of how to approach challenges and the flexibility to adapt to every student’s level of understanding.

Robby, Instructor

Robby is currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering at California Polytechnic State University, Pomona. While attending Troy High School, Robby became an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America and volunteered with the school's Peer Tutoring Club. He loves tutoring and believes anyone can learn to use math as a tool in their everyday life. In his free time, Robby plays guitar, builds models, and hangs out with his friends and family. 

Katie, Instructor

Katie is currently pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. She especially enjoys applied mathematics and physics problems. Her favorite part about being a Mathnasium instructor is bringing out each student's full math potential. In her free time, Katie does yoga, knits, and spends quality time with her cats.