Avery McNiff

Avery McNiff is an experienced educator specializing in elementary and middle school mathematics at Landmark Elementary Middle School.1 She has been teaching in the math departments there since 2016.1 McNiff is also pursuing a Ph.D. at UC Santa Barbara and has a background in special education.2

As an educator, McNiff focuses on developing students' number sense through innovative techniques like number strings.1 She emphasizes the importance of engaging students in problem-solving and mathematical discourse.1 McNiff's teaching approach involves using visual aids, such as arrays, to help students understand complex mathematical concepts like the distributive property.1

In addition to her work at Landmark School, McNiff has experience as an Educational Technology Coordinator and has been involved with Express Yourself Inc., an arts organization.4 Her diverse background in education and technology contributes to her effectiveness as a teacher, particularly in making mathematical concepts accessible and engaging for her students.13