Mary A. Figuero
Houston,TX
Summary
Accomplished educator, researcher, and instructional leader with over 15 years of combined experience in teacher education, mathematics instruction, and field-based supervision. Demonstrated expertise in mentoring teaching inters, developing curriculum, conducting formal performance assessments, and providing instructional coaching aligned with state and district standards. Adept in asynchronous and synchronous professional development, urban education and ESL intervention. Seeing to contribute to the University of Houston’s ACP through impactful coaching, data driven instruction, and collaborative program support.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mathematics Teacher & Mentor
CyFair Independent School District- Campbell Middle School
08.2018 - Current
- Created original instructional strategies adopted by peer educators.
- Presented professional development on metacognition- I think therefore I am (2024).
- Mentor Teacher for 2023-2024 school year.
- Facilitated an 8-point increase in STAAR scores year over year.
- Integrated technology (Pear Deck, Edpuzzle, Flip, etc,) for hybrid instruction.
- Delivered both formal and informal peer support for instructional practices.
- Awarded $500 by school administration in support of interests in action research on the campus (2022/2023).
- 8th Grade (ESL) New Arrival Mathematics teacher; 7th and 8th Special Education and General Education, Mathematics teacher.
Adjunct Faculty
University of Houston Downtown
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Taught MAT 5330, Algebraic Reasoning for Practicing Teachers.
- Taught MAT 5331, Geometric Reasoning for Practicing Teachers.
Senior Field Trainer/Analyst
The University of Texas at Austin, Meadows Center
, TX
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Received promotion with accompanying salary increase, and title change to Senior Field Trainer/Analyst based on greater oversight of research venture.
- Provided and streamlined dropout intervention protocols to ESL study participants in two Houston Independent School District (HISD) High Schools.
- Organized, scheduled, and liaised with school Administrators to arrange and conduct pre-testing and post testing for participants in 4 randomized treatment groups in two of the participating schools.
Dropout Advisor
University of Texas at Austin, Meadows Center
Houston, TX
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Managed implementation of dropout interventions in HISD program sites.
- Conducted assessments, teacher support, and district coordination.
- Supported Principal Investigator with daily operational functions.
Elementary Mathematics Instructor & Field Supervisor
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Taught TEFB 412 and supervised student teacher in mathematics instructions.
- Graded and supported pre-service teachers in field placements.
- Delivered instruction for Pre-Service teachers in Elementary mathematics methodologies.
Teacher, 8th, 6th, 5th Grades Mathematics
Aldine Independent School District /Teague Middle School/Reed Academy for Engineering
08.2004 - 07.2012
- Provided training to area Principals and teachers on E-Instruction technology.
- Served as an Intervention specialist for underperforming students.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Curriculum & Instruction, Urban Education
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX01.2017
Master of Science - School Counseling
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology [Minor in Mathematics]
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL01.1993
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Data analysis
- Classroom management
- Instructional technology
- Mathematical modeling
- Differentiated instruction
Certification
- Mathematics, 4-8, 2003
- All Inclusive K-6, 2004
- School Counseling, K-12, 2008
Research Interests
- Teacher education and Mentorship
- Urban Education Policy
- Metacognition in Math Instruction
- Culturally relevant pedagogy and restorative classroom practices
- Motivational Strategies in Mathematics Instruction
- Educational Equity & Achievement Gap
- Mathematics pedagogy
References
- Marlon C. James, Ph.D., Committee Chairperson, Prairie View A & M, (832) 952 7322, mjames1@tamu.edu
- Rashad Godbolt, Principal Building Principal, Campbell Middle School, 11415 Bobcat Rd, Houston, TX, 713-444-1680, Rashad.godbolt@cfisd.edu
- Jaya Slack, Assistant Principal, Campbell Middle School, 11415 Bobcat Rd, Houston, TX, 713-5915989, Jaya.slack@cfisd.edu
Selected Publications
- Exponential Genius: Counternarratives of African American male mathematicians and cultivating Mathematical expertise in Black male youth., Figuero-Charles, M., James, M.C., & Harmon, C., Paper presentation at Annual Meeting of American Educational Research Association National Conference, New York, NY, 2018
- Exponential Genius: How African American male actuaries develop mathematical expertise., Figuero-Charles, M., Texas A & M University, College Station, TX, 2017
- Towards the Deconstruction of the so-called Achievement Gap., Figuero-Charles, M., Paper presentation at Annual Meeting of American Educational Research Association National Conference, Philadelphia, PA, 2014
- Mentoring viewed through an open classroom experience., Goldsby, D., Figuero-Charles, M., Teaching at Work, Y. Li & J. Hammer, 235-250, Sense Publications, 2015
Leadership And Program Support Skills
- Formal Observation & POP Cycle Management
- Mentor Teacher Training
- ACP Supervision & Coaching
- Provided training to area Principals and teachers on E-Instruction technology.
- T-TESS Evaluation & Data Entry
- Asynchronous Module Development
- School-University Partnership Coordination
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty
University of Houston Downtown
01.2023 - 05.2023
Mathematics Teacher & Mentor
CyFair Independent School District- Campbell Middle School
08.2018 - Current
Senior Field Trainer/Analyst
The University of Texas at Austin, Meadows Center
08.2017 - 05.2018
Dropout Advisor
University of Texas at Austin, Meadows Center
08.2015 - 05.2017
Elementary Mathematics Instructor & Field Supervisor
Texas A&M University
01.2013 - 01.2015
Teacher, 8th, 6th, 5th Grades Mathematics
Aldine Independent School District /Teague Middle School/Reed Academy for Engineering
08.2004 - 07.2012
Doctor of Philosophy - Curriculum & Instruction, Urban Education
Texas A&M University
Master of Science - School Counseling
Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology [Minor in Mathematics]
Oakwood University
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