San San Blain has a versatile background in mathematics, computer science, data science, and music. She has over 20 years of experience as a math and music instructor and more than 10 years in software development and data science. She strives to create a climate of high standards with accountability, fairness, and support for her students. She has taught all grades from kindergarten to graduate school.
As a programmer, she has built financial and scientific applications. These include portfolio management systems, a call and defect tracking system, customized Oracle Financials, a fraud detection system, and a jet engine diagnostic system utilized by the US Air Force. Her former employers include the Federal Reserve Board, Smith Barney, and a joint venture of SAIC and Rolls-Royce.
In her spare time, she enjoys making music and serves as an active member of her church music ministry. She is also devoted to her rotund cat named Stitch.
Education
- B.S., Applied Mathematics with Specialization in Computing, University of California, Los Angeles
- M.Ed., Education, University of California, Los Angeles
- M.M., Music Performance, San Diego State University
- M.S., Data Science with Specialization in Database Analytics, National University
Courses Taught
- College Algebra - MTH 1013
Experience in Field
- Adjunct Professor of Mathematics, Point Loma Nazarene University, San Diego, CA, 2026-Present
- Adjunct Professor of Mathematics, National University, San Diego, CA, 2025-Present
- Educator, San Diego Unified School District, San Diego, CA, 2009-2025
