Thomas Heaston
Front Royal,VA
Summary
Faith-driven with a passion for education. Honest, hardworking, responsible, thoughtful, dedicated and motivated by service to others. Confident public speaker with effective verbal and written communication skills. Experience in a wide array of fields including education, event planning, and sales.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Headmaster
St. Joseph the Just School for Boys
Front Royal, VA
06.2024 - Current
- instructor in the following courses: U.S. History (9th-11th grade), U.S. History and Geography (7th-8th grade), Biology (9th-11th grade), Latin I, and Confirmation Preparation
- assisted in the development of a six-year academic curriculum meeting state requirements
- guided instruction by mentoring teachers to improve instruction techniques and classroom management
- observed teaching methods and examined learning materials to determine areas needing improvement
- organized regular staff meetings to ensure communication between staff members regarding student progress as well as school activities, policies, and procedures
- updated and maintained all student transcripts
- assisted in the interviewing and hiring of new teachers
- resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships
- ensured that all students had access to appropriate learning materials and resources
- enforced school rules for attendance, discipline and academic honesty
- oversaw the day-to-day operations of the school
Lead Teacher
St. Joseph the Just School for Boys
Front Royal, VA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- instructor for the following courses: Humanities (9th-11th grade), Physical Science (7th-8th grade), and Catechism (7th-8th grade)
- engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities
- created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences
- built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff
- managed the day-to-day operations of the school serving as de facto school administrator
- organized and taught the physical education program at the school
Sales Support Specialist
Elemental Scientific, Inc.
Omaha, NE
06.2017 - 12.2023
- managed a team of five sales support staff
- provided sales support to technical sales representatives by generating sales leads, drafting quotes, processing orders and managing customer expectations and retention
- served as the point of contact for several important high volume customers effectively communicating product offerings, pricing, and delivery schedules
- fielded customer inquiries providing clear and accurate assistance
- assisted in bringing new products to market by providing relevant data to set part numbers and pricing and with the creation of parts lists and packing lists
Teacher
Roncalli Catholic High School
Omaha, NE
08.2016 - 05.2017
- instructor for the following courses: Introduction to Sacred Scripture (9th Grade), The Holy Spirit and the Church (10th Grade), Moral Theology (11th Grade), World Religions (12th Grade)
- established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators
- utilized behavior management skills to foster an environment conducive to student learning
- developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material
- encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using a variety of teaching techniques
- managed individualized learning plans for students with learning disabilities
- enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to meet the school's goals for a more interactive classroom experience
- moderator for the Pro-Life student club
- assistant JV and Varsity boys basketball coach
Teacher
Mount Michael Benedictine School
Elkhorn, NE
08.2011 - 05.2015
- instructor for the following courses: World History and Civilizations (9th Grade), Introduction to Economics (10th Grade), European History (12th Grade), Personal Finance (12th Grade)
- established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators
- utilized behavior management skills to foster an environment conducive to student learning
- developed lessons, activities and materials to cover required course material
- encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using a variety of teaching techniques
- assistant dean of residential students which entailed supervising the young men in the boarding program several nights each week
- volunteered as moderator for the campus ministry group 'Men of Benedict'
- assistant football and basketball coach
Special Events Coordinator
Christendom College
Front Royal, VA
08.2009 - 07.2011
- planned, coordinated and executed special events held at Christendom College including academic conferences, fundraisers, and graduation
- coordinated vendors, timelines and budgets for events
- arranged lodging, transportation and meals for event participants
- managed teams of student volunteers who assisted at each event
Education
Master of Arts - Systematic Theology
Christendom College
Front Royal, VA07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - History
Creighton University
Omaha, NE05.2006
Skills
- Honest and Dependable
- Strong Communication Skills
- Relationship Building
- Instructional Materials Creation
- Public Speaking
- Motivational Skills
- Special Events Planning
Additional Information
- Former seminarian with the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter from 2015-2016
- Volunteer to manage altar server training at my parish
- Volunteer 8th grade football coach for the Little Jays program from 2021-2022
- Licensed trainer with USA Boxing
Professional References
- David Peters, President, Mt. Michael Benedictine, (402) 253-0958, dpeters@mountmichael.org
- J.J. Stoffel, Principal, Roncalli Catholic, (402) 571-7670, jstoffel@roncallicatholic.org
- Dian Schmiedicke, President, St. Joseph the Just School for Boys, (540) 683-2217, dschmiedicke@stjosephthejust.org
- Daniel Wiederin, President, Elemental Scientific, Inc., (402) 312-4732, dan@icpms.com
- Michael Foeckler, VP for Operations, Christendom College, (540) 660-2275, mfoeckler@christendom.edu
Timeline
Interim Headmaster
St. Joseph the Just School for Boys
06.2024 - Current
Lead Teacher
St. Joseph the Just School for Boys
01.2024 - 05.2024
Sales Support Specialist
Elemental Scientific, Inc.
06.2017 - 12.2023
Teacher
Roncalli Catholic High School
08.2016 - 05.2017
Teacher
Mount Michael Benedictine School
08.2011 - 05.2015
Special Events Coordinator
Christendom College
08.2009 - 07.2011
Master of Arts - Systematic Theology
Christendom College
Bachelor of Arts - History
Creighton University
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