She has taught 4th grade for 7 years and 5th grade for 3 years. Prior to teaching elementary school, Mahmood was a substitute teacher for a year and a preschool teacher for 5 years in a variety of pre-schools and park districts. In addition, to a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and Psychology, and a Master’s Degree in Teacher Leadership, Ms. Mahmood is working on her Doctorate Degree in Teaching, Learning, Curriculum, and Instruction. She is currently completing her dissertation on increasing low-Income African-American parental involvement in suburban schools. In her district, Ms. Mahmood has worked on committees to write technology curriculum, Next Generation Science Standards Curriculum and math assessments. Her passion for innovative, engaging, and relevant curriculum is why she has enjoyed being a part of the Preptoon Team.