Modern Math Teacher- Teaching Strategies for High School and Middle School Math Teachers

Let’s chat—send me a text! Let's dive into Student-Centered Teaching: How to Build Autonomy Without Losing Control in your Math Class! Ready to shift your math class from teacher-led to student-driven? In this episode, we’re breaking down exactly what student-centered teaching looks like—and how to create autonomy without chaos. You’ll learn:   ✅ What student-centered really means in a math...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Not all real-world math is created equal. In this episode, I’m breaking down what makes a math project actually relevant to your students—and how to make math feel meaningful without needing a full curriculum rewrite.  You’ll learn what students really care about, how to design your first spark of engagement, and how to use AI tools to help personalize your next project...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Ready to stop managing behavior and start supporting student thinking? In this episode, we’re breaking down the three essential classroom routines every secondary math teacher needs—especially if you're trying to run a student-centered classroom without constant chaos. You’ll learn how to start class with purpose, build student talk into your everyday structure, and...

Let’s chat—send me a text! What does student engagement really look like in a math classroom? Spoiler: it’s not quiet rows, silent worksheets, or step-by-step compliance. In this episode, I’m sharing the story of my Holt student teaching placement—the moment I realized math class could be so much more —and walking through real engagement strategies you can use right now.  You’ll also hear how AI c...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Ever launch a project you were sure would be a hit… only for it to totally flop? In this episode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes of my first real-world math project—a polished, professionally-designed activity that completely fell apart in the classroom.  But that failure? It led to one of my most powerful, student-centered projects yet: Change My Mind. You’ll hear wh...

Let’s chat—send me a text! What if the most powerful way to shift your math class didn’t take a new curriculum—just the first 5 minutes? In this episode, we’re exploring how to kick off your class period with warm-ups that build relevance, confidence, and classroom culture. You’ll learn how to use thinking routines and real-world tasks to engage students before the lesson even begins—and how to st...

Let’s chat—send me a text! We all want our students to feel like math matters—but what does “relevant” even mean in the classroom? Is it just practical math examples?  Spoiler: It’s not just about adding real-world word math problems to a worksheet or doing a budget project once a year. In this episode, we’re breaking down what relevance really looks like, why it’s critical to student engagement,...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Big shifts don’t require big overhauls. If you’ve been craving a way to make math more meaningful without throwing out your whole curriculum, this episode is for you. ✅ Whether you joined the Bootcamp or not, this is your reminder that bite-sized, student-centered changes—like a mini project—can create real momentum.  ✅ You’ll hear exactly how small actions this week a...

Let’s chat—send me a text! If you’ve ever walked out of your math classroom thinking, “Why don’t they care? What am I doing wrong?”—this episode is for you.  Spoiler alert: You’re not the problem. The system is. In this episode, we’re digging into:  ✅ Why even the best teachers struggle to engage students with scripted, one-size-fits-all math curriculum  ✅ What real student engagement actually l...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Wondering if the Back to School Bootcamp is for you? You don’t need a 180-day curriculum plan.  You just need 3 small wins to start the year strong. In this episode, I walk you through what you’ll ACTUALLY build inside the Create a Kickass Math Class Bootcamp: ✅ Day 1: One first-week spark that sets the tone  ✅ Day 2: An anchor task that sparks real thinking  ✅ Day 3:...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Build Your Dream Math Class in Just 3 Days (Without the Overwhelm) Want a math class that feels more real, relevant, and engaging—but not sure where to start? The (FREE) Create a Kickass Math Class Bootcamp is your answer. If you’re ready to build a math class that feels real, relevant, and rigorous — but don’t know where to start — this 3-day Bootcamp is your on-ramp. I...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Worried you’re not “techy” enough to transform your teaching with real-world, project-based math?  You’re not alone—and the good news is: you don’t need to be. You don’t need to be a tech expert to run engaging, real-world math lessons. In this episode, I’ll share:  ✔️ Why low-tech strategies still work  ✔️ How to build confidence without jumping into complicated tools  ...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Trying to make your math class more engaging, more real, and more relevant— completely alone ? Are you still lesson planning alone at your kitchen table?  You’re not lazy. You’re not doing it wrong. You’re just trying to do too much without a support system. You were never meant to do this work in isolation. In today’s episode, we explore:  ✔️ Why planning solo creates d...

Let’s chat—send me a text!  If you're tired of buying resources that don't solve your classroom struggles, this episode is for you.  I’m giving you a full behind-the-scenes tour of the Modern Math Teacher Membership—and sharing you why it’s so much more than just a library of lessons. 💡 Inside This Episode:  ✅ Why most resource memberships still leave teachers overwhelmed  ✅ What the...

Let’s chat—send me a text! There are so many myths out there about teaching real-world math:  👉 It’s too hard to plan  👉 Students can’t handle it  👉 You have to sacrifice rigor None of it is true.  In this episode, I’m breaking down the real story—and showing you how real-world, relevant, and rigorous math is totally doable with the right tools and support. 🎙 In this episode, I’m breaking down:...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Let’s put aside standards and curriculum for a moment. Let’s talk about the actual humans in your classroom. Because chances are, you’ve felt it too: “They deserve more than just what the textbook gives them.” ✅ They deserve to see math as meaningful.  ✅ They deserve to feel confident and curious — not just compliant.  ✅ They deserve your best, even when the system do...

Let’s chat—send me a text! We’ve all been there:  📥 You download a promising project.  📄 The instructions look solid.  ✅ The math checks out.  But once it hits your classroom? Something’s missing. The truth is: done-for-you isn’t the same as done-right. In this episode, I’m breaking down the “Done-for-You Trap” — why great resources still fall flat without the systems, structure, and support to...

Let’s chat—send me a text! You’ve seen all the cool Pinterest projects and Instagram reels that make real-world math look effortless. But when you try it in your classroom?  🙄 The kids don’t care.  🌀 The lesson falls flat.  😤 Or worse—it turns into total chaos. In this episode, I’m sharing the three most common mistakes teachers make when trying to implement real-world math—and exactly how to f...

Let’s chat—send me a text! What if transforming your math classroom didn’t require a complete overhaul—just a roadmap? In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the 5-stage success path at the heart of the Modern Math Teacher Membership. Whether you're stuck in survival mode or starting to explore project-based learning and real-world applications, this episode will help you see exactly whe...

Let’s chat—send me a text! What if summer wasn’t just a break… but a bold reset?  In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher Podcast , we’re ditching the survival mindset and using summer as a launchpad for a lighter, more aligned school year. Whether you’re sipping coffee on the porch or finally clearing out your inbox, this is your invitation to pause—and reimagine. We’ll walk through: 🧠 How to...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Feel like you’re the only one in your school trying to make math meaningful? In this episode, I’m getting real about what it’s like to teach differently—and the loneliness that can come with it. From being the only math teacher at a brand-new charter school to building a classroom from scratch, I’ve lived the “lone wolf” life. And if you’re there right now, this one’s fo...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Ever feel like lesson planning takes forever—and still falls flat with students? In this episode, I’m sharing the Reality Check, my go-to lesson design framework that helps you quickly build lessons that are real, relevant, and rigorous. Whether you’re designing a warm-up, full lesson, or project milestone, this hack saves time and boosts student buy-in. ✅ In this episo...

Let’s chat—send me a text! What if your classroom didn’t need more resources—but a better rhythm? In this episode, I’m sharing the one shift that changed everything for me as a math teacher: designing with rhythm. From launching units with anchor activities to structuring daily warm-ups and routines, I’ll show you how simple systems lead to better engagement, deeper understanding, and more peace—f...

Let’s chat—send me a text! Have you been listening to these episodes thinking, “Yes! This is the kind of math class I want—but I can’t do it alone”?  Then this episode is for you. Today I’m giving you an inside look at the Modern Math Teacher Membership —what it is, who it’s for, and how you can get in early as a founding member. I’ll also share the story that inspired it all—the moment everything...

Let’s chat—send me a text! You want to do PBL, but every time you think about it… you panic. What if it flops? What if it’s chaos? Been there. Done that. In this episode, I’m sharing how I went from panicked to confidently using project-based learning in my classroom—without the mess. Inside this episode:  ✔ Why PBL feels chaotic (and why it doesn’t have to be)  ✔ The biggest mistake teachers make...