Emily Pierce

• Courses taught: AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, Calculus, Honors Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Mathematical Modeling
• Provide meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
• Prepare and implement lesson plans covering required course topics.
• Assess submitted class assignments, determine grades and review work with struggling students to boost success chance.
• Develop and distribute study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
• Utilize multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
• Cultivate relationships with parents for complete support network.
• Keep classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
• Administer assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
• Maintain lesson flexibility to adapt to student progress and information retention.
• Initiate communication with students to address learning concerns and offer additional guidance for independent study.
• Hold regular office hours to assist students struggling with materials.
• Create detailed syllabi to outline teaching methods, learning objectives and exam dates.
• Use critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
• Encourage and organize participation in math competitions such as the AMC 8/10/12, Who Wants to be a Mathematician?, and the ACTM Regional and State competitions.

2003-current: Upper School Mathematics Department Chair

• Develop new courses and select curriculum to fill course gaps for students.
• Address systematic issues with math curriculum by collaborating with colleagues.
• Supplement textbook material with approved third-party examples and resources for clarity on difficult topics.
• Resolve conflicts within the department.
• Exceed goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
• Participate in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

2003-current: Mathematics Vertical Team Leader

• Mentor and guide teachers in grades PK-12 to reach objectives aligned with Pulaski Academy's core values.
• Establish open and professional relationships with teachers to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
• Participate in team-building activities.

2004-2008: Mu Alpha Theta Sponsor

2020-current: ACT Mathematics

• Develop new courses and select curriculum to fill course gaps for students.
• Address systematic issues with math curriculum by collaborating with colleagues.
• Supplement textbook material with approved third-party examples and resources for clarity on difficult topics.
• Resolve conflicts within the department.
• Exceed goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
• Participate in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.

• Mentor and guide teachers in grades PK-12 to reach objectives aligned with Pulaski Academy's core values.
• Establish open and professional relationships with teachers to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
• Initiate timely response to emails, voicemails and written correspondence.
• Participate in team-building activities.