Dr. Ariel Taylor

Ariel Taylor

Assistant Professor of Practice

UTeach Accelerate Director

Final Field Experience Coordinator

Dr. Taylor joined the UTeach Austin team in Spring 2019 as a Master Teacher. She teaches Final Field Experience and Seminar.

Ariel is a UTeach Austin alumna. She received both her B.S. and M.A. in Mathematics from the University of Texas in Austin. She also earned a doctorate in Professional Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Houston. Dr. Taylor holds her secondary math master teacher, principal, and superintendent certifications. She served as a high school math teacher, math specialist, and junior college math instructor prior to beginning her work here at UTeach Austin. 

Outside of her educational leadership work, she engages in youth empowerment through the nonprofit organization, The RISE Project, which she founded as an undergraduate student. Ariel has presented at schools and conferences around the world to assist educators in providing quality learning opportunities. She believes in the importance of authentic engagement and student accountability. Her book, Party of Four Please!: A Standards-Based Approach to Differentiation through Blended Learning, was released in September 2018. 

  • Austin ISD Classroom Demonstration Teachers Award 2014
  • Houston ISD Aspire Award 2015
  • USEA Special Award for Outstanding Contributions to STEM Education 2019
  • TxGCP MWM-TX Stand Up for STEM Educator Award 2020
  • UTeach Distinguished Alumni Award 2024
Contact Information
Campus location:
PAI 4.04