Thomas Smith
Bridgeton,NJ
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Camden's Promise Charter School, enhancing student passion for Social Studies through innovative curriculum development, relevant historical connections and effective classroom management. Skilled in lesson planning and fostering collaboration with parents, I create immersive learning environments that promote student success and participation.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Camden's Promise Charter School
Camden, NJ
12.2000 - Current
- Developed curriculum for 100+ students.
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to facilitate student learning.
- Implemented diverse instructional strategies to accommodate various learning styles and needs.
- Co-organized annual Veteran's Day program with 15+ participants.
NJ ARNG OC/T Senior Transportation NCO
New Jersey Army National Guard
Ft. Dix, NJ
03.2025 - 03.2026
- Evaluate battalion level units consisting of five or more companies, during training exercises, providing constructive feedback on logistics and transportation tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) to improve unit readiness.
- Mentored 12 unit leaders on planning and executing convoy movements, security plans, and route reconnaissance.
- Validates unit expertise in managing the transport of personnel and cargo via land and rail (multi-modal).
- Coaches units on utilizing Transportation Automated Systems and preparing movement documents
1SG 253rd Transportation Company
New Jersey Army National Guard
Cape May, NJ
11.2022 - 02.2025
- Managed over 170+ Soldiers and overseeing operations involving cargo movement and motor transport.
- Responsible for unit training, NCO development, health, morale, and maintenance of high-value equipment.
- Served as the senior enlisted advisor to the Commander on all matters regarding personnel, training, and operational capabilities.
- Developed company security plans, convoy defense strategies, and ensures readiness for deployment or combat operations.
Master Resilience Trainer/Instructor
New Jersey Army National Guard
Sea Girt, NJ
02.2016 - 02.2026
- Conduct 10-day MRT courses and teach resilience skills (e.g., ATC model, Avoid Thinking Traps) to small groups of 25-30 personnel.
- Advise commanders on Comprehensive Soldier Family Fitness (CSF2) compliance and unit resilience strategies.
- Provide workshops on performance psychology, stress reduction, and goal setting.
- Incorporate resilience skills into professional development counseling and field training exercises.
- Assist with deployment-cycle resilience training.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05-1999
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Student Assessment
- Lesson Planning
- Educational Technology
- Differentiated Instruction
- Behavioral Management
- Collaboration with Parents
Accomplishments
- Received Teacher of the Year Award
- Recognized for innovative teaching methods
Certification
- Certified Middle School Teacher - New Jersey State Board of Education
- Master Resilience Trainer - NJARNG/UPenn
Timeline
NJ ARNG OC/T Senior Transportation NCO
New Jersey Army National Guard
03.2025 - 03.2026
1SG 253rd Transportation Company
New Jersey Army National Guard
11.2022 - 02.2025
Master Resilience Trainer/Instructor
New Jersey Army National Guard
02.2016 - 02.2026
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Camden's Promise Charter School
12.2000 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations
Rowan University