The purpose of GAMTE is to encourage and facilitate the improvement of mathematics teacher education across the state of Georgia. The goals of the organization are to:

1. Facilitate communication and collaboration among mathematics teacher educators between and within all educational levels;

2. Coordinate activities and work collaboratively with other associations, organizations, and governmental (national, state, and local) units to strengthen the mathematical, pedagogical, and clinical preparation of mathematics teachers at all levels (P-college);

3. Facilitate collaboration among mathematics teacher educators who are members of different academic units, such as departments of mathematics and departments of education;

4. Promote leadership among mathematics teacher educators in the broader mathematics education community;

5. Encourage research related to mathematics teacher education, especially which identifies factors that contribute to improving the preparation and professional development of mathematics teachers at all levels;

6. Encourage and organize programs and meetings focusing on issues related to the preparation and professional development of mathematics teachers; and

7. Foster the incorporation of appropriate technology into teacher education programs and professional development opportunities in mathematics at all levels (P - college).

There are four positions that will be voted on at our annual business meeting in October.

President elect: (a) assist the President in carrying out his or her responsibilities; (b) serve in the absence of the President as needed; and (c) move into the president position which requires a current AMTE membership throughout the presidency.

Treasurer: (a) ensure that all revenues and expenditures of GAMTE be in conformity with the constitution, bylaws, and policies of GAMTE; (b) maintain records of all monies received and paid in the name of the association; (c) maintain a current and accurate membership list; (d) maintain the association’s nonprofit status; (e) transact the financial affairs of the association upon recommendation of the Board of Directors; and (f) prepare financial reports for the Board of Directors’ Meetings and Annual Business Meeting.

Director of Publications: (a) chair the publications committee (when applicable); (b) organize peer review for articles or proceedings papers; (c) design, edit, and finalize any publications; and (d) communicate when publications are finalized.

Member at Large: The Member-At-Large shall assume those responsibilities determined by the President, including acting as members of the Nominations and Election Committee and other Standing Committees.

If you would like to nominate someone for one of these available positions, please email Heidi Eisenreich at heisenreich@georgiasouthern.edu with their name, the position you are nominating them for, and a rationale by June 30; she will reach out to the person you nominated. 

If you are interested in running for a position, please watch your email for a message from our president, Heidi Eisenreich, on how to submit your information.