Kate Austin
About Kate Austin
Kate Austin serves as a Senior Curriculum Developer at Great Minds, specializing in the development of mathematics curricula for early education. She has a Master's degree from The Johns Hopkins University and has held various educational roles, including positions at Arlington Public Schools and Handwriting Without Tears.
Work at Great Minds
Kate Austin has served as a Senior Curriculum Developer for Eureka Math at Great Minds since 2013. In this role, she has created comprehensive curriculum materials, including module overviews, topic openers, and examples of proficient student work. Her contributions focus on developing mathematics curricula that align with the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics (CCSS-M). Austin's work supports educators in delivering effective math instruction to students.
Education and Expertise
Kate Austin earned a Master of Science in Education from The Johns Hopkins University, where she studied from 2003 to 2006. Prior to this, she completed her Bachelor of Design at the University of Florida, studying Architecture, Business Administration, and Women's Studies from 1998 to 2003. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in curriculum development and educational design.
Background
Before her tenure at Great Minds, Kate Austin held various positions in educational organizations. She worked as a Special Projects Consultant for Arlington Public Schools from 2011 to 2013, where she designed and delivered professional development sessions for educators on the A Story of Units PK-2 curriculum. Additionally, she served as the Director of Educational Design and Development at Envision EMI from 2007 to 2008 and as Content Development Manager at Handwriting Without Tears from 2008 to 2011.
Achievements
Kate Austin authored a Request for Proposal (RFP) that resulted in the adoption of Eureka Math by the KIPP Foundation. Her work in developing mathematics curricula for early education levels has significantly impacted the implementation of effective math instruction aligned with national standards. Throughout her career, she has focused on enhancing educational practices and supporting educators in their professional development.