Alicia Davis – Sponsored by Nebraska Association of Teachers of Mathematics (NATM)

Alicia Davis has taught eighth grade mathematics at Scott Middle School since 2013. From 2002

to 2013, she taught mathematics at Hastings Middle School in Hastings, NE. She currently

teaches Algebra, Pre-Algebra, and Mathematics Intervention.

Alicia is known for her development of rich mathematical tasks, use of collaborative teams in

the classroom, and ability to connect with and inspire all levels of learners. She implements

technology in the classroom which serves to enhance instruction. She encourages her students

to understand mathematics at a conceptual level, to make connections to the real world and to

view themselves as mathematicians.

Alicia mentors many student teachers and leads professional development courses across the

state. She is the secretary of the Nebraska Association of Teachers of Mathematics. She has

presented on engaging all learners in meaningful mathematics tasks at several conferences and

has published an article in Mathematics Teacher.

Alicia has a B.A. in mathematics and mathematics education from Hastings College, an M.A. in

educational administration from the University of Nebraska-Kearney and an M.A.T. with

emphasis in mathematics from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Alicia is a National Board

Certified Teacher in early adolescent mathematics. She is also a 2017 recipient of the

Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.