thomas keller
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at the AZ Department of Education, skilled in classroom management and technology integration. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and differentiated instruction, fostering a supportive learning environment. Committed to building strong relationships with students and parents, promoting academic success and personal growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
AZ Dept. of Education
2025 - Current
- Assisted in classroom management and student engagement strategies.
- Implemented educational technology tools to enhance learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create inclusive classroom environments.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Integrated technology into lessons to improve educational outcomes.
- Organized extracurricular activities to foster community involvement and teamwork.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and development.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching skills and methodologies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Spearheaded mentorship program for at-risk students, contributing to improved academic and behavioral outcomes.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Pioneered sustainability project that educated students on environmental issues and solutions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Guided students through college application process, increasing number of students accepted into their first-choice institutions.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Revamped school's library system, making it more accessible and user-friendly for students and staff.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Teacher
AZ Department of Education of Corrections, Eyman Complexf
2025 - Current
- Assisted in classroom management and student engagement strategies.
- Implemented educational technology tools to enhance learning experiences.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create a supportive learning environment.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning and participation.
- Implemented diverse teaching strategies to accommodate various learning styles.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create inclusive classroom environments.
- Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Integrated technology into lessons to improve educational outcomes.
- Organized extracurricular activities to foster community involvement and teamwork.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student performance and development.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching skills and methodologies.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Spearheaded mentorship program for at-risk students, contributing to improved academic and behavioral outcomes.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Designed curriculum materials for special education students, facilitating inclusive learning.
- Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Pioneered sustainability project that educated students on environmental issues and solutions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate cross-disciplinary lessons, enriching students' educational experience.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Promoted digital literacy by integrating technology into curriculum.
- Guided students through college application process, increasing number of students accepted into their first-choice institutions.
- Conducted ongoing professional development in educational technology, keeping teaching approach current and effective.
- Utilized data-driven instruction to tailor lessons for improved academic performance.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Revamped school's library system, making it more accessible and user-friendly for students and staff.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction strategy to meet diverse learning needs, enhancing educational outcomes.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor, MI06.1973
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Public speaking
- Classroom instruction
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated instruction
- Collaborative learning
- Student-centered learning
- Child development
- Group and individual instruction
- Curriculum implementation
- Student assessment
- Small group instruction
- Learning strategies
- Innovative lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Technology integration
- Social-emotional learning training
- FLUENT IN LANGUAGE
- Group instruction
- Classroom technology
- Project-based learning
- Student needs assessment
- Performance assessments
- Student rapport
- Cooperative learning experience
- Community involvement
- Cultural sensitivity
- Data-driven instruction
- Testing and grading
- Elementary education
- Student evaluations
- Assessment strategies
- Learning assessments
- Student records management
- Alternative learning methods
- Faculty collaboration
- Special needs students
- Instructional methods
- Subject matter expertise
- Literacy development
- Feedback implementation
- Program development
- Instructional best practices
- Serving diverse communities
- Assigning and grading work
- Inquiry-based learning
- Learning style assessment
- Standardized testing
- Test grading
- Group learning mechanics
- Test proctoring
- State teaching credential
- SMART board aptitude
- Curriculum compliance with state
- Fundraising
- Lesson delivery
- Student motivation
- Record keeping
- Creative lesson planning
- Parent and student communication
- Quizzes, tests, and exams
- Kinesthetic learning
Certification
K-8 Elementary 9-12 Social Science K-12 P.E
Timeline
Teacher
AZ Dept. of Education
2025 - Current
Teacher
AZ Department of Education of Corrections, Eyman Complexf
2025 - Current
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Spring Arbor University
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