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Hi, My name is Alethea Guzman and I am a High School Math teacher.  I began my teaching career in Middle School, teaching 8th grade math, and then transferred to a High School where I teach Integrated Math 1 and 2.  

I have been the Technology Lead for my school site, helping other teachers implement technology into their classrooms.  

I have been a Professional Learning Community Lead, working with other teachers in my specific course.  

I am currently also an Open Up Resources Community Coach, I have been using the Mathematics Vision Project text for the past 4 school years.

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