THOMAS GOODLOE
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Fisk University, excelling in recruitment and retention initiatives. Skilled in data reporting and conflict resolution, I drive strategic enrollment goals and enhance student success through effective event planning and cross-functional collaboration. Committed to fostering a supportive educational environment that promotes achievement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions & Student Success Counselor
Fisk University
Nashville, TN
09.2025 - Current
- Managed recruitment and retention projects to enhance institutional enrollment outcomes.
- Planned and executed student‑facing events and campus tours to engage stakeholders and foster community involvement.
- Develop and implement academic recovery plans in collaboration with the Student Success Center.
- Tracked student progress metrics and delivered data‑informed recommendations to leadership for strategic decision-making.
- Coordinate cross‑functional communication between faculty, staff, and student support teams.
Physical Education Instructor
F.H. Jenkins Preparatory Academy
Nashville, TN
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented structured curriculum that integrated fitness, sport fundamentals, and team-building to enhance student engagement.
- Tracked student performance through baseline assessments and progress monitoring to inform tailored instructional strategies.
- Managed classroom flow and safety procedures while pacing instruction to maximize student participation and learning.
Director of Admissions / Interim Director of Admissions
The Webb School
Bell Buckle, TN
07.2022 - 06.2025
- Directed admissions lifecycle, overseeing project planning, execution, and evaluation to enhance domestic and international recruitment outcomes.
- Managed marketing budgets and event planning while implementing strategic enrollment initiatives to support revenue goals.
- Led a cross‑functional team to streamline workflows, improve communication, and enhance applicant experience.
- Conducted international travel to build partnerships and expand global recruitment pipelines.
- Organized admissions testing logistics to ensure smooth operations, interviews, and financial aid processes with precision and documentation accuracy.
- Produced comprehensive reports and dashboards to inform leadership and board-level decision-making.
Truancy Compliance Officer
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
Nashville, TN
03.2015 - 07.2022
- Analyzed attendance data to identify trends, risks, and intervention targets.
- Managed attendance‑improvement projects across 16 schools, coordinating cross-functional teams to enhance student engagement.
- Led professional development for principals and staff to align school procedures with district goals.
- Facilitated collaboration among MNPS, Metro Juvenile Court, and community partners to streamline intervention strategies.
- Monitored progress, documented outcomes, and adjusted plans to meet performance metrics.
- Delivered actionable reports to district leadership and school administrators, informing data-driven decision-making.
Assistant Basketball Coach & Defensive Football Coordinator
McGavock High School & Goodpasture Christian School
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Developed defensive schemes and instructed execution through structured, progressive training.
- Guided student-athletes, fostering discipline, teamwork, and enhanced performance.
- Coordinated practice plans, game‑day operations, and compliance tasks.
- Collaborated with athletic staff on scheduling, travel, and program logistics.
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Assessment, Learning & Student Success: School Improvement
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN05-2027
Master of Science - Human Health & Performance & Pedagogy
Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology (Minor: Strength & Conditioning)
Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN05-2012
High School Diploma -
Goodpasture Christian School
Madison, TN05-2008
Skills
- CRM and SIS systems
- Data reporting tools
- Event planning and logistics
- Conflict resolution
- Cultural competency
- Customer service excellence
Timeline
Admissions & Student Success Counselor
Fisk University
09.2025 - Current
Physical Education Instructor
F.H. Jenkins Preparatory Academy
01.2023 - Current
Director of Admissions / Interim Director of Admissions
The Webb School
07.2022 - 06.2025
Truancy Compliance Officer
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools
03.2015 - 07.2022
Assistant Basketball Coach & Defensive Football Coordinator
McGavock High School & Goodpasture Christian School
01.2014 - 01.2022
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Assessment, Learning & Student Success: School Improvement
Middle Tennessee State University
Master of Science - Human Health & Performance & Pedagogy
Cumberland University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology (Minor: Strength & Conditioning)
Cumberland University
High School Diploma -
Goodpasture Christian School