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

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 br…

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 cu…

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'…

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…

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-desig…

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 buil…

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 pr…

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…

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,…

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 ACTUA…

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 Boo…

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…

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’…

 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…

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 dow…

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 give…

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 t…

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 …

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…

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 align…