Mr. Mark Whatley brings 19 years of dedicated service with Atlanta Public Schools to his role as the Mathematics Instructional Coach at Hutchinson Elementary. Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, he is proud to give back to the community that shaped him by supporting high-quality, equitable math instruction that empowers all learners.

Mr. Whatley holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Georgia State University, and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Central Michigan University. Throughout his career, he has taught 2nd through 5th grades and served in a variety of leadership roles, including Teacher Mentor, Mathematics Interventionist, and EIP Mathematics Teacher.

Rooted in a belief in the transformative power of education, Mr. Whatley’s philosophy centers on the conviction that all students—regardless of background—are capable of deep mathematical understanding when provided with meaningful access, support, and challenge. He is committed to fostering a collaborative, reflective, and data-driven school culture where teachers are empowered and students are consistently engaged and affirmed.