Tuesday 28 March 2023

Jennifer Bowden has been appointed to the role of CEO of the MAV. Jen has worked for the MAV as an education consultant for 15 years and is a passionate advocate for mathematics education and a natural leader.

Jen's commitment to improving mathematics education is evident in her contributions to the broader community through speaking engagements, leading professional learning workshops, and authoring mathematics educational resources. Her devotion to professional development enables her to bring innovative ideas and pedagogical approaches to her work with the MAV.

As an education consultant, Jen motivated and empowered educators to become more critical and creative in their teaching, equipping them with the tools to provide their students with the best possible learning experiences. Jen's past successes in coaching, mentoring, and guiding educators demonstrate her ability to build teacher capacity, deepen curriculum content knowledge, and develop effective pedagogies to promote school-wide improvements in mathematics education.

In her new role, Jen plans to establish strong connections with MAV members, stakeholders, partners, and the broader Victorian mathematics education community by actively listening to their needs and enhancing the offerings of the MAV. She is committed to advancing the MAV's mission of Valuing Mathematics in Society and ensuring that high-quality teaching and learning opportunities are available to all Victorian students. Jen's appointment as CEO of the MAV marks an exciting new phase for the association and the wider mathematics education community in Victoria. Her extensive experience, unwavering passion, and leadership skills make her the ideal candidate to lead the MAV into the future.