Nicole Garcia
Associate Director
Nicole Garcia is an expert on the design and implementation of practice-based approaches to the professional training of PK–12 teachers. She leads the organization’s work focused on supporting in-service teachers, including district partnerships, professional development and coaching programming, and PK–12 laboratory classes. As an experienced secondary mathematics teacher, Nicole brings expertise in working with students who have not previously been successful in school mathematics. In past work, Nicole directed a regional mathematics and science center, provided professional development to PK–12 mathematics teachers, and facilitated state-wide education projects. Nicole’s research, including Developing Equitable Discussion-Leading Practices and Mentoring Mentors Matters, focuses on professional development that supports the enactment of equitable teaching practice. In addition to her work with practicing teachers and mentors, Nicole is an experienced teacher educator and delivers programming and supports for other teacher educators. She earned a BS and MA in mathematics education at the University of Michigan.