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Frances Wells

Austin,TX

Summary

Dynamic Sr. Mathematics Curriculum Manager with expertise in curriculum design, teacher development, and collaboration. Proven ability to create impactful math products and facilitate professional development, driving measurable improvements in instructional practices. Innovative Curriculum Manager with proven success in designing impactful mathematics curricula and assessments. Expertise in facilitating professional development and providing actionable feedback to enhance instructional practices.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Mathematics Curriculum Manager

IDEA Public Schools
Austin, TX
07.2021 - Current
  • Design, revise, and refine a suite of mathematics curriculum and assessment products for 6th Grade Mathematics, 7th Grade Pre-Algebra, 8th Grade Algebra I, and 9thGrade Geometry.
  • Design and facilitate timely, content-specific professional development for teachers and instructional leaders
  • Conduct campus observations and collaborate with school leaders to provide actionable feedback on curriculum implementation and instructional practices

Master Teacher

IDEA Health Professions
Austin, TX
06.2019 - 06.2021
  • As a Mathematics Content Leader, I supported the campus' math teachers
  • As a Grade Team Leader, I set and upheld expectations for student and adult culture.
  • As a District Course Leader, I co-created and facilitated professional development
  • As a District Curriculum Writer, I wrote curriculum for 6th and 7th grade math teachers.

Assistant Principal of Instruction

IDEA Rundberg & IDEA Bluff Springs
Austin, TX
06.2016 - 05.2019
  • Coach and support middle school math and science teachers
  • Design and implement systems and procedures to support student safety and a culture of joy and engagement
  • Design and implement school-wide professional development

Advanced High Performing Teacher

IDEA San Juan
San Juan, TX
08.2010 - 05.2016

English and Math Teacher

Travis Middle School
McAllen, TX
08.2008 - 05.2010

Education

Ph.D. - Curriculum

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
12-2026

Master of Arts - Mathematics Curriculum And Instruction

University of Texas Arlington
Arlington, TX
12-2015

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy & Religious Studies

Lewis & Clark College
Portland, OR
05-2008

Skills

Expertise in designing comprehensive, research-based, user-friendly curriculum materials to support strong Tier 1 instruction

Deep knowledge of state standards and assessment to ensure curriculum alignment and support grade-level expectations

Fluency and proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite, learning management systems, and math graphic design software

Fluency in Spanish

Timeline

Sr. Mathematics Curriculum Manager

IDEA Public Schools
07.2021 - Current

Master Teacher

IDEA Health Professions
06.2019 - 06.2021

Assistant Principal of Instruction

IDEA Rundberg & IDEA Bluff Springs
06.2016 - 05.2019

Advanced High Performing Teacher

IDEA San Juan
08.2010 - 05.2016

English and Math Teacher

Travis Middle School
08.2008 - 05.2010

Ph.D. - Curriculum

Texas A&M University

Master of Arts - Mathematics Curriculum And Instruction

University of Texas Arlington

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy & Religious Studies

Lewis & Clark College
Frances Wells