Welcome! I’m Becky Lord and I’m so glad you’re here. My work and my passion is helping teachers and school leaders support children in learning math in a way that aligns with the emerging neuroscience on how our brains understand numbers. My big dream is that everyone will feel like confident, capable learners of mathematics, able to apply numeracy in their daily lives with ease, and yes – joy! 

After 10+ years of working in the fields of math and special education at the elementary and middle school levels, attending countless trainings, teaching students with dyscalculia, and diving deep into the research around the neuroscience of math, it is my belief that the reason so many people are struggling with math is because the traditional methods we have used to teach it are out of alignment with how the brain actually processes number. Therefore, instruction is only accessible to those who have the cognitive strengths that allow them to compensate for this misalignment in instruction. 

Often people are looking for a way to fix current instructional approaches, but if the approaches are out of alignment, then trying to fix them is exhausting! Teachers get caught in a never-ending loop of accommodations and modifications, trying to make it work when… in reality… it just doesn’t. It’s like a constant game of Whack-a-Mole.

Instead, let’s dive deeper, wipe the slate clean, and choose methods that resonate with the brain and the soul. Let’s build from the bottom up, creating an instructional approach that uses all of the best methods out there that are aligned with how the brain actually learns. All of a sudden math instruction feels completely different – it makes sense, we feel successful, and the process of learning math is enjoyable… even fun!

Interested in inquiring about our services? Contact Becky at becky@lordmath.com or submit this Contact form to reach out, ask questions, and receive more information. Or click here to set up a time to chat, ask questions, and learn more!

Professional Bio

Rebecca Lord, M.Ed. is the Founder and CEO of Lord Math Education, a K-8 Math/Special Education Consultant, a Dyscalculia Specialist, and the Creator of Decoding Math™ and Mathemagical™. She has over a decade of experience in specialized math instruction, primarily teaching substantially-separate small-group math classes to students with dyscalculia, dyslexia, language-based and math learning difficulties. Becky has served as a middle school math general and special education teacher, an elementary math coach, and math interventionist. She is passionate about sharing the instructional strategies she has learned with other teachers in order to improve math instruction for all, particularly those with dyscalculia or math learning disabilities. Becky lives in the Boston, MA area and provides professional development for teachers globally on dyscalculia/MLD, the science of math, and effective math instruction. In 2020-21 she created the online course Decoding Math™ to make this training accessible to all. Currently she is focused on creating Mathemagical™ Structured Numeracy Curriculum to provide the daily lesson sequences, user-friendly resources, and ongoing support teachers need to provide effective math instruction and interventions for all students in tier 1, 2, and 3 settings.

Professional Development Experience

Professional Development Offerings for Teachers:

  • Provide Professional Development for teachers and schools globally on dyscalculia, math learning disabilities, cognitive neuroscience, math assessments, effective math instruction, and targeted math interventions (2018 – present)
  • Decoding Math™: created and currently facilitate online course on the science of math, dyscalculia, math learning disabilities, and effective methods for math instruction (2020 – present)
  • Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia: presented on dyscalculia, math learning disabilities, and effective interventions as part of Massachusetts DESE-sponsored course through Crafting Minds (2019 – 2021)

Educational Training and Background

Training with Dr. Mahesh Sharma: www.mathematicsforall.org

  • Multiple trainings and observations with Dr. Mahesh Sharma: 18+ days (March 2012-2020), including observations of Dr. Sharma tutoring students and providing interventions
  • Diagnosis and Remediation of Learning Problems in Mathematics, K-8: 3-credit graduate course with Dr. Mahesh Sharma (taken in August 2015 and again in August 2017)

Additional Courses and Trainings:

  • Develop Cardinality and Number Sense: 2-day workshop with Chris Woodin (July 2021)
  • UDL Now: 15 PDP workshop and 3-credit graduate course with Katie Novak (May-Oct 2020)
  • Differentiation and Remediation of Math Difficulties: 3-credit graduate course (Jan-Mar 2020)
  • Assessment and Diagnosis of Math Difficulties: 3-credit graduate course (Sept-Dec 2019)
  • Making Math Real: Overview, K-12: 2-day workshop in Oakland, CA (January 2019)
  • Multiple trainings and observations with Adam Hickey of Landmark School (August 2015-2020)
  • Open task and differentiation of math 2-day training with Marian Small (Nov & April 2018)
  • Workshops at 2-day NCTM Conference in Hartford, CT (October 2018 & 2019)
  • Massachusetts Sheltered English Immersion (SEI): 3-credit graduate course (Oct 2015-Jan 2016)
  • Language-Based Classroom, Middle School: 2-day training at Landmark School (July 2015)
  • Foundations of Logic:  multiple days of training at Carroll School (February-April 2014)
  • Math PD days with Camille Baker (2), Steve Leinwand (2), and Dan Meyer (2): (Fall 2012-2013)
  • Increasing Accessibility to Algebra and Geometry for All Students: 7-day course (June-July 2012)
  • Strengthening Executive Function Skills: 1-day training with Sarah Ward (January 2012)
  • On Cloud 9:  2-day training on math program by Lindamood-Bell (December 2011)

Professional Experience

Founder and CEO, K-8 Math/Special Education Consultant (2022 – Present)
Lord Math Education (lordmath.com), Wilmington, MA

  • Established and successfully managed a consulting and professional development firm dedicated to improving math instruction and intervention for K-8 educators and students.
  • Designed and delivered professional development workshops on cognitive neuroscience, dyscalculia, and effective instructional strategies to teachers and school districts globally.
  • Developed the Decoding Math™ online course, integrating research-based practices with practical tools to support educators in addressing math learning disabilities and enhancing student outcomes.
  • Consulted with schools and education organizations to assess and improve mathematics curricula, teacher training programs, and intervention strategies.
  • Built a strong brand and web presence, promoting evidence-based methodologies through resources, courses, and a dedicated online community.

Math Coach/Specialist (February 2020 – June 2022)
Stanley Elementary School, Waltham, MA

  • Collaborate with teachers, math coaches, and district administration and facilitate bi-weekly planning meetings to improve math instruction for all
  • Lead grade-level math lessons as a way to model new instructional practices for teachers and maximize impact on student learning
  • Observe instruction, provide constructive feedback, develop instructional resources, and deliver professional development for K-5 general and special education teachers

General Education Math Teacher (August 2017 – February 2020)
Parker Middle School, Reading, MA

  • 2017-18: Provided accessible, differentiated instruction for 7th (non-leveled) and 8th (leveled) grade classes to ensure all students made progress
  • 2018-20: Co-taught 8th grade math classes, coached 7th grade math teachers, assessed and provided tier 2 and 3 small group interventions to struggling students

Math/Special Education Teacher (August 2011 – June 2017)
Parker Middle School, Reading, MA

  • Developed lessons and provided direct instruction as the primary math teacher of small-group math classes for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students on IEPs who are identified as struggling with math
  • Provided differentiated and remedial instruction in pull-out settings using research-based methodology according to individual student needs, IEP goals and benchmarks
  • Assessed students and developed math goals, accommodations, modifications, and service delivery for IEPs; collected data and tracked progress to write quarterly progress reports

Program Administrator, Graduate Program in Education (July 2008 – August 2011)
Gordon College, Wenham, MA

  • Developed and executed all administrative program operations, including student registration, course and curriculum compliance, communications, and graduation process
  • Attained a deep understanding of the field of education, state licensure standards, areas of need, and effective teaching strategies based on current research and theory
  • Provided essential resources and guidance to support faculty and facilitate student growth
  • Improved communications through website and newsletter enhancements

Interested in inquiring about our services? Contact Becky at becky@lordmath.com or submit this Contact form to reach out, ask questions, and receive more information. Or click here to set up a time to chat, ask questions, and learn more!