Thomas Avery
Denton,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Denton ISD
03.2024 - Current
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
High School Soccer Referee
Texas Association Of Sports Officials
01.2024 - Current
- Provided constructive feedback to players and coaches to enhance performance and maximize potential.
- Communicated with fans, coaches, players, and other umpires.
- Formulated reports to brief management regarding game activities and developments.
- Made decisions on fouls, offsides and other infractions to maintain integrity of game and adhere to established rules.
- Developed strong rapport with coaches, fostering open lines of communication regarding rule interpretations or game-related concerns.
Youth Soccer Referee
North/South Texas Soccer Association(s)
09.2016 - 01.2024
- Interpreted and applied rules and regulations in sports.
- Stayed current with rule changes, interpretations, and points of emphasis by attending annual referee clinics and workshops to maintain certification.
- Made judgment calls on unsportsmanlike behavior and other violations.
- Managed player substitutions to establish smooth and productive flow of game.
- Conferred with other sporting officials, coaches, players and facility managers to provide information, coordinate activities, and discuss problems.
- Monitored and managed soccer games to verify safety and promote good sportsmanship for players.
Summer Camp Leader
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Taught classes in STEM and Art subjects.
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
- Enhanced camper experience by developing and implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently minimizing potential harm/inconvenience caused.
- Expanded range of offered activities based on camper feedback, leading to greater engagement and enjoyment.
Restaurant Waiter
Creekwood Grill
03.2020 - 01.2023
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal guest experience.
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving service quality and addressing identified areas of concern.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, resulting in positive feedback from guests.
- Trained new servers on restaurant policies and procedures.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Demonstrated knowledge of diverse menu offerings, guiding guests towards optimal meal choices based on preferences or dietary requirements.
- Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12.2026
High School Diploma -
Cypress Woods High School
Cypress, TX06.2021
Skills
- Elementary Education
- Organizational Skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Disciplinary procedures
- Professional Demeanor
- Creativity in Teaching
- Adaptable
- Creative Thinking
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- MS Office
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Denton ISD
03.2024 - Current
High School Soccer Referee
Texas Association Of Sports Officials
01.2024 - Current
Summer Camp Leader
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
06.2023 - 07.2023
Restaurant Waiter
Creekwood Grill
03.2020 - 01.2023
Youth Soccer Referee
North/South Texas Soccer Association(s)
09.2016 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - History
University of North Texas
High School Diploma -
Cypress Woods High School
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