Kate Nowak

Kate believes math class should make sense and that with well-supported teachers employing high-quality curricula, every learner can use mathematics to interpret and influence their world.

Before joining IM, Kate fixed airplanes in the U.S. Navy, learned and taught in upstate New York public schools, and developed math lessons around real-world topics at Mathalicious. As the Instructional Lead of IM 6–8 Math and IM 9–12 Math, she helped craft the world’s best problem-based math curriculum alongside expert teams of educators and mathematicians.

Kate currently serves as the VP of Product Strategy where she oversees the development of IM’s curriculum and professional learning products.