Prior to her work at the university, she was a successful math and science teacher, and she holds a current Florida professional teaching certificate. Today her work as a mathematics teacher educator and researcher is defined by a commitment to prepare and support teachers to engage in equitable mathematics teaching practices. Her research agenda lies at the intersection of mathematics education and teacher preparation. Currently, studies pre-service teacher engagement in the process of evidence-based practice, assessment in teacher education, and the advancement of equitable STEM education practices at the elementary school level.