Katherine Poandl began teaching high school mathematics in 2010. She has taught algebra I, geometry, algebra II and pre-calculus at Hamilton High and Central High schools. During this time, she has served as department co-chair, assisted with organizing End of Course cohorts, offered ACT tutoring, hosted school professional developments, and served as assistant softball coach. Before entering the classroom, Katherine served as a child welfare worker with the Department of Human Services in Philadelphia in the child abuse/neglect division. She holds a BA in Sociology and an MA in Education from Christian Brothers University.