Tom Galvin
Daly City,CA
Summary
Over 20 years of teaching experience across K-8, all-girls Catholic high school, and public high school settings, with a proven record of inspiring student engagement and academic success. Currently pursuing a master’s degree in history, bringing a blend of subject matter expertise, critical thinking development, and a passion for fostering a love of learning in diverse student populations. Seeking a high school history teaching position to apply expertise in curriculum development, classroom leadership, and holistic student mentorship in private or public educational settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Half Moon Bay High School
08.2020 - Current
- Teacher of World History, Freshman Life Skills, Freshman World Studies, Drama, Leadership, Ethnic Studies
- Activities Director
- Drama Program Director
- School Staff Leadership Team
- School Safety Committee
- WASC Midcycle Report Committee
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- QUANTIFIABLE RESULTS - number of students, activities, etc
Teacher
St. Ignatius Summer School
06.2004 - 07.2021
- Created and taught five-week, Junior-high school level courses in various topics including: San Francisco History, Fun Physics, Game On, Engineering
- Camp Director for Drama Camp - 2nd-9th grades
Teacher & Department Chair
Mercy High School
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Social Science Department Chair
- Teacher of World History, Honors World History, United States History, A.P
- United States History, A.P
- United States Government and Politics
- Co-moderator of WISH (Women in Science and Health)
- Co-Technical Director for performing arts productions
- EdTech Committee
- ISO Revision Committee
- Chair of WCEA E3 Integral Group
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social and emotional issues.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
Junior High History Teacher
Holy Name of Jesus School
08.2005 - 07.2019
- Designed curriculum for 6 history sections (Ancient Civilizations, World History, & US History)
- Teacher in a 1:1 iPad classroom and Learning Management school model using Schoology and PowerSchool
- Designed individualized curriculum that integrates a variety of learning modalities, technology, and formative assessment
- Assisted in organizing and chaperoning the Close Up trip to Washington, D.C
- Served as Assistant Principal for two years while teaching full load
Education
Certificate - History Education
08.2024
M.A. - Education, Multiple Subject Credential, Single Subject Credential in Social Studies
05.2008
B.A. - History, Theatre Arts
06.2002
Skills
- Technical Theatre Director
- Lighting Design
- Set Design/Construction
- Sound Design
- 8th Grade Musical Director
- High School Musical and Play Director
- School Safety Coordinator
- Supervised Safety Patrol
- Planned Reunification Drills
- WCEA/WASC Accreditation Visiting Teams
- Differentiated instruction
- Innovative lesson planning
- Student-centered learning
- Literacy development
- Serving diverse communities
Additionalskillsandresponsibilities
- Technical Theatre Director
- Lighting Design
- Set Design/Construction
- Sound Design
- 8th Grade Musical Director
- High School Musical and Play Director
- School Safety Coordinator
- Supervised Safety Patrol
- SF Archdiocese Safety Training
- Planned Reunification Drills
- WCEA/WASC Accreditation Visiting Teams
Certification
- Secondary Education Certificate - California Department of Education.
Accomplishments
- Curriculum Design - Designed, developed and implemented daily lessons for 90 students.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteTimeline
Teacher - Half Moon Bay High School
08.2020 - Current
Teacher & Department Chair - Mercy High School
08.2019 - 06.2020
Junior High History Teacher - Holy Name of Jesus School
08.2005 - 07.2019
Teacher - St. Ignatius Summer School
06.2004 - 07.2021
San Francisco State - Certificate, History Education
Univ. of San Francisco - M.A., Education, Multiple Subject Credential, Single Subject Credential in Social Studies
Santa Clara University - B.A., History, Theatre Arts
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