Sharmaé has been involved in mathematics education for over a decade; serving in various roles from teacher to leader and beyond. She will be working alongside schools and district to ensure the success of their students and teachers. She aims to uplift students understanding with mathematics education, while ensuring they have access to high-quality instruction.
I'm very passionate about mathematics because there is more than one way to solve a problem, which means math instruction should be one of the most creative experiences a person is exposed to.
Before I knew about the 8 Standards for Mathematical Practice, I was living them out in my classroom, and based on the data, my students made major gains because of it.
Continue ReadingAs a high school math teacher, I made a promise to myself that I would always uplift and encourage my students when they struggle. I’d remind them that math is a process and learning is a part of the fun. I’d try multiple strategies and ask them “Where do you think we should start?” to provide them with autonomy in their learning process. As I moved into coaching and leadership roles, I was intentional to bring these practices to the forefront of my teachers and leaders minds.
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