Dynamic Middle School Math Teacher specializing in mastery-based learning and curriculum design. Proven ability to create engaging, self-paced lessons that enhance student understanding and achievement.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Math Teacher
Boston Public Schools, BPS
Boston, Massachusetts
09.2018 - Current
Built a mastery-based middle school math classroom using the Modern Classrooms instructional model and Illustrative Mathematics, creating instructional videos, self-paced lessons, mastery checks, and intervention pathways that gave every student a clear path to success.
Designed daily lessons, assessments, and learning activities that helped students build conceptual understanding before moving to more complex mathematical ideas.
Used student work and assessment data to identify misconceptions, adjust instruction, and provide targeted small-group support for students who needed additional help.
Developed scaffolded lessons supporting below-grade-level students while ensuring access to rigorous grade-level mathematics.
Leveraged technology including Desmos, Google Workspace, EdLight, and AI tools to streamline lesson planning, personalize instruction, and improve student engagement.
Worked closely with special educators and multilingual learner staff to adapt instruction and ensure all students could access grade-level content.
Served as Grade 7 Team Leader, facilitating collaborative planning, analyzing student data, and supporting colleagues with instructional decision-making.
Utilized schoolwide data on School Culture Leadership Team to create initiatives enhancing student engagement and strengthening school culture.
Selected as an EdLight Product Innovation Advisor, partnering with developers to test new features and provide classroom feedback that shaped future improvements.
Facilitated professional learning for educators on Modern Classrooms instructional model, sharing strategies for blended instruction, mastery learning, and effective classroom systems.
Taught in the TAG ALERTA Summer Learning Academy from 2021–2024, providing accelerated math instruction that addressed unfinished learning and prepared students for the upcoming school year.
LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS
Boston Public Schools, BPS
Boston, Massachusetts
08.2025 - 06.2026
Modern Classrooms Project
Presenter & Instructional Leader
Presented professional learning sessions for educators implementing the Modern Classrooms instructional model, sharing best practices in mastery-based learning, blended instruction, and effective small-group teaching.
Modeled classroom systems that support self-paced learning, mastery-based progression, and differentiated instruction while maintaining high expectations for all students.
Collaborated with fellow educators to refine implementation strategies and improve instructional practices.
EdLight
Product Innovation Advisor
Partnered with the EdLight product development team to evaluate new instructional technology features and provide practitioner feedback that informed product improvements.
Tested emerging tools in authentic classroom settings and collaborated with designers and engineers to enhance usability, instructional effectiveness, and teacher workflow.
Bridged classroom practice with product design, ensuring solutions aligned with needs of teachers and students.
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
Candidate – Early Adolescence Mathematics (Ages 11–15)
Developed extensive analyses of instructional practice, student learning, and assessment through the National Board certification process.
Designed and reflected upon standards-based mathematics lessons demonstrating expertise in equitable instruction, mathematical discourse, formative assessment, and differentiated learning.
Analyzed student work and instructional outcomes to refine teaching practices, contributing to improved student achievement.
Middle School Math Teacher
Brockton Public Schools
Brockton, Massachusetts
09.2013 - 06.2018
Planned and taught standards-based mathematics lessons for grades 6–8 using the Massachusetts Mathematics Frameworks and Common Core Standards.
Developed unit plans, assessments, and learning activities that balanced conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, and mathematical reasoning.
Differentiated instruction to address diverse learning needs of students with disabilities, advanced learners, and those requiring additional support.
Utilized formative and summative assessment data to refine instruction, clarify misconceptions, and enhance student learning outcomes.
Collaborated with grade-level teams to analyze assessment results, align curriculum effectively, and share successful instructional strategies.
Built positive classroom communities that emphasized high expectations, student ownership, and productive mathematical discourse.
Championships & Special Events Specialist
Great Northeast Athletic Conference
Boston, Massachusetts
09.2012 - 09.2013
Coordinated conference championships, special events, and professional development programs involving multiple institutions and stakeholders.
Managed event logistics, scheduling, volunteer coordination, and communication to ensure successful execution of conference events.
Helped organize professional development opportunities for collegiate athletic administrators, coaches, and support staff.
Worked across departments to solve problems, improve processes, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Senior Fund Accountant / Fund Accountant
State Street Corporation
Boston, Massachusetts
09.2006 - 08.2008
Managed daily accounting operations for mutual fund portfolio, ensuring accuracy and adherence to reporting deadlines.
Analyzed financial data and maintained detailed records, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Collaborated across teams to resolve accounting issues and enhance workflows, contributing to operational efficiency.
Trained and mentored new accountants, reviewing work, providing feedback, and helping team members develop professionally.
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