Toby A. Welch
Clarksburg,MD
Summary
Experienced and highly skilled in school administration and leadership, this education professional has a strong foundation. Expertise lies in fostering a positive learning environment and providing support to both staff and students. Thrives on team collaboration and is adaptable to changing needs, with a proven track record in conflict resolution and curriculum development. With 23 years of teaching experience in education, 2 1/2 years as lead faculty in college, and 16 years specializing in American Sign Language Content Curriculum, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to any educational setting.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASL Adjunct Faculty
Fredericker Community College
01.2022 - Current
- Taught American Sign Language courses, providing instruction to up to 25 undergraduate students.
- Incorporated diverse instructional techniques to accommodate various learning styles within the classroom setting.
ASL Teacher
Northwest High School
01.2022 - Current
- Increased cultural awareness by integrating Deaf culture information into lessons, fostering respect and understanding among approximately 140 students.
ASL Teacher
Juanita High School
08.2014 - 06.2022
- Increased cultural awareness by integrating Deaf culture information into lessons, fostering respect and understanding among approximately 140 students.
Adjunct Faculty
Pierce College
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Taught American Sign Language courses, providing instruction to up to 25 undergraduate students.
- Incorporated diverse instructional techniques to accommodate various learning styles within the classroom setting.
Adjunct Faculty/Full-Time Faculty
Lone Star College
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Taught American Sign Language courses, providing instruction to up to 25 undergraduate students.
- Incorporated diverse instructional techniques to accommodate various learning styles within the classroom setting.
Education
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership in Higher Education
National University
La Jolla, CA05.2022
Master of Science - Deaf Studies & Deaf Education
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX08.2007
Associates of Art - General Education
Lone Star College
Spring, TX05.2004
Skills
Instructional leadership
- Parent engagement and communication
- Student achievement
- Data-driven instruction
- School improvement
- Educational technology
- Discipline management
- Team collaboration
- Faculty support
- School safety
- Curriculum development
- Teacher mentoring
Certification
- Administration I, 05/01/25
- Administration II, 2025
- Maryland Advanced Professional Certificate, 2022
- ASLTA Certified Certification, 2016
- Health Education Certification, Texas Education Agency, 2009
- Deaf Education Certification, Texas Education Agency, 2009
Affiliations
- American Sign Language Teacher's Association (ASLTA), 2010-present
- Deaf Biblical Counseling Board Members, 2021-present
- Washington state, WA-ASLTA, Member At Large, 2017-2020
- Houston, Texas, GHASLTA, President, 2009-2011
Leadership Positions
- ITP-ASL Co-Lead Faculty, 2014
- ITP-ASL Lead Faculty, 2011-2012
- ITP-ASL Co-Lead Faculty, 2010-2011
Aslc Club
- High School Club Advisor: ASL Honor Society, 2018-present
- Lone Star College Sign & Deaf Culture Club, 2010-2014
Publications
- Welch, T., 2022, "Stories of Deaf Students' Experience of Acculturation on College Campuses: A Narrative Inquiry.", Dissertation, Published
- Welch, T. & Tennial, D., 2023, "Stories of Deaf Students' Experience of Acculturation on College Campuses: A Narrative Inquiry.", Research Study Journal
Hobbies and Interests
- Researching
- Reading
- Writing
- Golfing
- Spending time with family
Curriculum Development Committee
- Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), 2023-2024
- Lake Washington School District, 2014-2022
- Lone Star College System (LSCS), 2009-2014
Timeline
ASL Adjunct Faculty
Fredericker Community College
01.2022 - Current
ASL Teacher
Northwest High School
01.2022 - Current
Adjunct Faculty
Pierce College
01.2015 - 01.2019
ASL Teacher
Juanita High School
08.2014 - 06.2022
Adjunct Faculty/Full-Time Faculty
Lone Star College
01.2009 - 01.2015
Doctor of Education - Educational Leadership in Higher Education
National University
Master of Science - Deaf Studies & Deaf Education
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Health Education
Lamar University
Associates of Art - General Education
Lone Star College