Abigail Free
Cumberland,RI
Summary
Dedicated and collaborative Mathematics Educator focused on fostering student engagement in Honors Pre-Calculus, Co-Taught CP Geometry, and standard secondary math courses. Expertise in creating a welcoming and productive learning environment through differentiated instruction tailored to each student's unique abilities. Formal training in Secondary Mathematics practices includes effective classroom management, IEP/504 accommodations, and innovative collaborative learning models. Proven track record of empowering others to reach their full potential, supported by extensive experience in building trusting relationships with students, peers, and administrators.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Long-term Substitute
Franklin High School
01.2026 - 02.2026
- Assumed full instructional accountability for two sections of Co-Taught CP Geometry and three sections of Honors Pre-Calculus
- Curated and executed scaffolded lesson plans utilizing the “I do, you do, we do” gradual release method.
- Evaluated, accommodated, and implemented individualized student IEP and 504 behavioral and academic models
- Curated many comprehensive assessments targeted at foundational and conceptual skill mastery.
- Facilitated seamless instructional transitions back to the permanent educator through conversations, detailed notes, and progress reports.
Building Substitute
Franklin High School
09.2025 - Current
- Manage daily classroom environments across all secondary subjects, enforcing the school’s policy on cell phones and AI usage
- Assisting students one-on-one to work through problems or tasks
- Maintain accountability and physical safety protocols for student counts, behavior management, and the school schedule
Student Teaching
East Longmeadow High School
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Completed 300+ rigorous hours of clinical teaching observation and experience spanning all secondary grades from foundational Geometry to AP courses
- Developed and deployed highly interactive unit plans designed to encourage authentic student achievement
- Tailored lesson plans to incorporate each host teacher’s preferences and styles within my lessons.
- Partnered with host educators and professors to facilitate the classroom by using continuous feedback
- Invested in rapport-building with students to cultivate a safe learning environment for all
Substitute and After School Caretaker
Pioneer Valley Montessori School
01.2024 - 05.2024
- De-escalated and managed student behavior during instructional and individualized time
- Executed lesson plans from the educator’s classroom while maintaining order and routines throughout the day
- Facilitated engaging and interactive lessons to maintain participation from all students
- Guided students through lessons and activities when struggling with comprehension or
Sales Associate
Polo Ralph Lauren Children’s
06.2024 - Current
Barista
Daves Coffee
06.2024 - Current
Waitress
A&W Root Beer
06.2019 - 08.2019
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics (Dual Focus: Mathematics & Education)
Western New England
Springfield, MA05-2024
High School - Honors and Advanced Placement Courses
Cumberland High School
Cumberland, RI06-2020
Skills
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Cultural sensitivity
- Subject matter expertise
- Relationship building and management
- Behavior management
- Group and individual instruction
- Lesson plan development and implementation
Certification
- Mathematics MTEL (passed)
- Communications and Literacy Test (waived)
- Massachusetts MTEL Secondary Mathematics Licensure (application in progress)
Timeline
Long-term Substitute
Franklin High School
01.2026 - 02.2026
Building Substitute
Franklin High School
09.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
Polo Ralph Lauren Children’s
06.2024 - Current
Barista
Daves Coffee
06.2024 - Current
Substitute and After School Caretaker
Pioneer Valley Montessori School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Teaching
East Longmeadow High School
08.2023 - 12.2023
Waitress
A&W Root Beer
06.2019 - 08.2019
High School - Honors and Advanced Placement Courses
Cumberland High School
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics (Dual Focus: Mathematics & Education)
Western New England