Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Thomas Walls

Harlingen,TX

Summary

Innovative Instructional Leaders bringing 24-year background instructing students. Expertise in classroom oversight, course planning and behavior management. Successful at collaborating with teachers, administrative leaders and support specialists to meet individual student needs. Committed to encouraging higher-order thinking to increase student performance.

Patient Teacher with resourceful and engaging teaching style demonstrated over 24 years of academic experience. Caring and hardworking professional with exceptional work ethic and commitment to cultivating productive learning environments to drive student progress and comprehension. Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Fourth Grade Math Teacher

IDEA Harlingen
Harlingen, TX
07.2022 - Current
  • Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.

School Administrator

Queen Anne's County Public Schools
Centreville, MD
07.2013 - 06.2022
  • Met with parents of prospective students to discuss student needs and school offerings.
  • Supported teachers in learning and applying new skills through meaningful professional development.
  • Recruited and hired amazing teachers to support [Type] students.
  • Served as liaison between parents and students.
  • Coordinated school facility use with Superintendent to achieve equitable access.
  • Supervised, assessed and mentored teachers and paraprofessionals.
  • Set academic and behavioral standards for students.
  • Handled disciplinary referrals with calm, logical approach to student behavior.
  • Developed and implemented plans to minimize misbehavior and maximize learning in school of 500 students.
  • Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
  • Attended annual meetings with special education and 504 students to represent needs of school district.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies and behavior modification.
  • Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
  • Administered standardized tests to evaluate student performance and progress.
  • Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Counseled students about rules and policies during school assemblies.
  • Coordinated school budgets and solicited additional funding from grant programs with well-written applications.

Teacher and Instructional Math Specialist

Queen Anne's County Board Of Education
Centreville, Maryland
04.2000 - 07.2013
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
  • 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.
  • Administered assessments to determine each student's specific educational and social needs.
  • Maintained accurate and complete records for up to 100 students.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Created schedules and lesson plans for grades 4 through 8 to increase student interest and participation with a focus in mathematic classes.

Bank Branch Manager and Loan Officer

Mercantile Bankshares (MD) Currently PNC Bank
CHESTERTOWN, Maryland
09.1985 - 01.2000
  • Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Identified and capitalized on community business opportunities with effective networking.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent and skill set.
  • Maintained confidentiality of bank records and client information to prevent mishandling of data and potential breaches.
  • Recommended loan approvals and denials based on customer loan application reviews.
  • Boosted branch sales by developing and deepening customer loyalty through incentive programs.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.

US Army Personnel Managment Specialist/Paratrooper

United States Army
Ft Bragg, NC
09.1981 - 09.1985
  • Initiated and maintained Army personnel files and records and established archives to support internal audits and military needs.
  • Assisted military supervisors (enlisted and officers) with employee performance management and offered recommendations for approach and process in order to best meet the needs of Adjutant General Office.
  • Fostered and supported military programs/orders to improve soldier effectiveness and readiness.


Education

Wilmington University, New Castle, DE

Master of Science - Education Administration

Wilmington University, New Castle, DE
01.2005

Bachelor of Science Degree Elementary/Middle School May 2000


Several Banking/Business Courses completed at Chesapeake College Wye Mills, Maryland 1986 - 1992

Skills

  • Online Systems
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Informative Lectures
  • Setting Learning Targets
  • State Standards Adherence

Timeline

Fourth Grade Math Teacher - IDEA Harlingen
07.2022 - Current
School Administrator - Queen Anne's County Public Schools
07.2013 - 06.2022
Teacher and Instructional Math Specialist - Queen Anne's County Board Of Education
04.2000 - 07.2013
Bank Branch Manager and Loan Officer - Mercantile Bankshares (MD) Currently PNC Bank
09.1985 - 01.2000
US Army Personnel Managment Specialist/Paratrooper - United States Army
09.1981 - 09.1985
Wilmington University - ,
Wilmington University - Master of Science, Education Administration
Thomas Walls