The Kentucky Mathematics Teacher Leaders

Crystal Adams

I began my teaching career in January of 2004 after graduating from Brescia University in middle school math and science education. In the summer of 2023, I will finish my second masters degree from Murray State University. My first was in middle grades education and my current degree is in teacher leadership. In the fall of 2023, I will begin my Ph.D. program in Curriculum and Instruction through Texas Tech University.

I have taught in many different settings ranging from rural county schools to the inner city of Louisville. Primarily, my career has focused on math, but I have on occasion taught some science classes.

I am passionate about teaching math at the middle school level and am always looking for opportunities to improve my craft. I am currently teaching 8th grade math at Owensboro Innovation Middle School, which is a project based public school in Western Kentucky. Here, I have the opportunity to explore new strategies and to test old ones, all while engaging students in a focus on the application of what they are learning to the world around them.

Karima Badouan

Karima Badouan is a fourth grade teacher at Minors Lane Elementary. She holds a Master of Arts in Teaching degree in Elementary Education and a Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology, from the University of Louisville. During her four years as an elementary educator, she has modeled and helped students develop a growth mindset by creating a culturally responsive environment that celebrates and engages all learners. Karima serves as team lead, member of SBDM, and a coach of the Cross Country and Basketball teams at Minors Lane Elementary. As a lifelong learner, she is excited to collaborate, learn and grow as a Math Teacher Leader with educators all over Kentucky.

Amanda Baker

With a Master of Science in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and an EdS in Instructional Supervision, I bring a strong foundation to my role as a math interventionist at Paintsville High School. I hold certifications in both high school and middle school math, as well as a National Board Certification in early adolescence. My focus is fostering student success in mathematics through targeted interventions and instructional support. I look forward to continuing my journey as a Kentucky Math Teacher Leader.

Jennifer LeeAnn Clem

• 1st Grade Teacher
• Rosspoint Elementary in Harlan County
• This is my 18th year of teaching

Calli Coates

My name is Calli Coates and I teach at Old Kentucky Home Middle School in Bardstown. This will be my ninth-year teaching, with seven years in elementary and two in middle school math. I graduated from Western Kentucky University with a Bachelor's in Elementary Education and then I went on to receive my Master's in Teacher Leader with an emphasis in Math. My ultimate goal is to become a Kentucky Center for Mathematics trainer, over the time I have been teaching KCM has been there for me with trainings and partnerships. I look forward to starting this journey!

Jennifer Eerenberg

Jennifer Eerenberg has 24 years of experience teaching elementary. This will be her fourth year as a math interventionist in the Boyd County Public Schools. She has trained in AVMR and is currently working on Math Recovery Specialist certification. Constantly seeking ways of improving math education for her students, Jennifer joined KYMTL and recently earned her National Board Certification as a Middle Childhood Generalist. 

Dana Gahafer

Hello, my name is Dana Gahafer and I am an Elementary Teacher in Jefferson County Public Schools. I graduated with my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Middle School Mathematics from the University of Louisville in 2010. In 2015, I earned my Master’s degree in Teacher Leadership. I have been teaching for 11 years with the majority of the time as a 4th grade Mathematics teacher. Growing up Mathematics was always my favorite subject and I have loved being able to share my joy and passion for Mathematics with my students. I am currently finishing my endorsement to be an Elementary Mathematics Specialist. During the past two years in this program, I have been able to collaborate, grow, and learn in my knowledge as a Mathematics educator. I am excited to continue to have the opportunity to work with others that share my interest and passion for Mathematics.

Megan Hall

Hi! I'm Megan Hall and I teach 5th grade math in Bowling Green! I LOVE math and am so passionate about leading kids to also find a love of math. I really enjoy working with other math educators because I believe learning from one another is an extremely powerful tool! 

Sean Jordan

Been in education for 14 years, 12 as a high school math teacher, and the past two as a math instructional coach at Conway Middle School. Have a deep passion for seeing students grow, learn, and succeed in their math abilities! On the side, I also referee soccer!

Mindi Keiner-Rummel

Mindi Keiner-Rummel has been in the education field for 33 years. About 26 years of that time has been teaching students in middle grades; nineteen of which have been at Shelby County East Middle. Mindi has a B.S. degree in Elementary and Special Education with an endorsement for 5 - 9 Mathematics Teaching.  She enjoys cooking and tutoring.  Although she likes all mathematics content, her favorite subject is Algebra!

Stephanie Lay

Stephanie Lay began her teaching career in 2008 as an elementary school teacher and has taught in middle and high school. She has taught in Kentucky and Florida. She holds a Master's Degree in Teacher Leadership and an Educational Specialist Degree in Leadership and Supervision. While an educator in Florida she was able to expand her love of space as a resident of the Space Coast. She experienced rocket launches and was able to take her students to Kennedy Space Center on multiple occasions to encourage their pursuits in STEAM careers. Ms. Lay continues to share this passion with her current students through collaborative efforts with colleagues at Kennedy Space Center.

Maggie Mahan

A product of and proud educator for the Corbin Independent School District, my name is Maggie Mahan. I have the unique privilege to impact the future of the Bluegrass and beyond by conveying care for and commitment to each student that enters my 8th grade classroom - 7 years strong to date! It’s my job and my joy to encourage and empower logical thinkers set up for success in the real-world by rewriting the narrative of, "I'm bad at math,” with hard work, perseverance, and self-confidence! It’s my calling and mission work to make meaningful math moments and spend the days I’ve been blessed with teaching happily ever after!

Kristie Mattingly

Kristie Mattingly serves Lincoln County as the K-12 District Math Coach. She has over 30 years of experience in education. She began her career teaching high school mathematics and calculus through Campbellsville University in 1993. Kristie has taught students ranging from pre-school to the collegiate level in both the public and private sector over her career and has also spent time as a professor at Asbury University. She and her husband have two children - Auburn, who is a graduate of the University of Kentucky who is now a structural engineer in Lexington and Baylor, who is an engineering major at the University of Kentucky.

Gretchen May

I am starting my 34th year of teaching. I am currently a kindergarten teacher at EKU Model Lab, and I love working with other professionals.

Benjamin Molberger

Benjamin Molberger is the Intervention Teacher at duPont Manual High School in Louisville, Kentucky, part of Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS). He previously spent 13 years teaching mathematics in JCPS at Jeffersontown High School (2023-2024), Atherton High School (2017-2023), and Doss High School (2011-2017), teaching a range of courses including Geometry, Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus AB, and IB Analysis and Approaches Higher Level. Benjamin has a B.A. in mathematics from Middlebury College and an M.A.T. and M.Ed. from the University of Louisville, where he is currently pursuing an Ed.S. in educational administration. He is certified to teach mathematics grades 5-12 and holds endorsements in instructional technology and teacher leadership.

Anna Mullins

Anna Bowling-Mullins resides in Ashland, KY with her husband Robert, and their furkid, Boone. She is a 2012 graduate of Morehead State University and has taught for 12 years at the elementary level. Anna has 4 years of primary and 8 years of intermediate math experience. She currently applies her enthusiasm for math education as a third-grade math and science teacher at Crabbe Elementary in Ashland, KY. Anna has a passion for building strong math fluency foundations and looks forward to any opportunity to learn new strategies to help her students have future success.

Laura Pennington

Laura Pennington is a middle school math teacher and math department chair at Elkhorn Middle School in Franklin County. She is currently in her 13th year of teaching. Laura has a bachelor's degree from Georgetown College in Elementary and Middle Grades Education with an Emphasis in Mathematics, a master's degree from Georgetown College in Learning and Behavior Disorders, and a master's degree from Morehead State University in School Guidance Counseling.  In her free time, Laura enjoys spending time with friends and family and her dog, Annabelle.  

Angela Stull

I am a math interventionist/coach for pk-5 in Garrard County Schools, Camp Dick Robinson Elementary. I love hiking, biking, zip lining, and traveling with my family! I love reading and learning about Math!

Leigh Ann Summers

This is my 20th year in the classroom and 22nd year education. I’ve been in three different schools teaching first, third, fourth, fifth, and RTI math. I am currently teaching third grade at McNabb Elementary in Paducah Public Schools where I am also the Lego robotics coach. I serve as the elementary vice president for KCTM. I believe everyone is a math person and in my classroom I want my students to love math as much as I do. 

Crystal Thayer

Crystal Thayer is a 20-year veteran teacher. She is currently in her fourth year teaching 8th grade math in Fleming County. Previously, she taught 4th and 6th grade math and science in Lewis County. In addition to her teaching role, she serves as the gifted education IMPACT teacher at Simons Middle School and coordinates the Fleming County Amazing Shake.

Rachel Yost

Rachel Yost is a second grade teacher at Rosspoint Elementary School. Mrs. Yost has taught grades kindergarten through fifth grade in her thirteen years of teaching. Her main focus has been in the primary grades. She is a National Board Certified teacher in the area of Early Generalist. She achieved this certification as well as her Rank 1 in Teacher Leader through the SOAR/STEM Initiative.