Hello, I’m Rebecca, founder of MatheMagician. I earned my degree in Neuroscience from Columbia University, focusing on how children learn and grow. Since then, I’ve devoted my career to reshaping how we teach — especially when it comes to math.

My journey began in 2016 with Teach for America, where I taught middle school math in North Carolina. I then spent seven years in public and charter schools in New York City, where I saw firsthand the inequities in education and became passionate about ensuring both justice and excellence in the classroom.

Over the years, I discovered that students thrive most when learning in small groups. Why? Because they get:

• Individualized attention
• A safe space to ask questions
• The support they need to build confidence

I dedicated countless hours to helping struggling students outside of class and found that many learning challenges can be overcome with the right support and environment.

After moving to Los Angeles, I pursued a Master’s in Education with a specialization in Math. Since then, I’ve helped students achieve remarkable academic growth — often jumping 1.5 to 2 grade levels in a single year — all while developing a deeper love and understanding of math.

That’s what inspired me to launch MatheMagician:
A place where students are seen, supported, and challenged — no matter their starting point. Here, we believe every child has the potential to succeed in math when met with care, encouragement, and the right instruction.