Tommy Burnett
Salt Lake City
Summary
I am a dynamic educator excelling in leadership and strategic program development. Although I am a classroom teacher I was thrust into multiple leadership roles not frequented by teachers after our principal was diagnosed with ALS. During her two year fight I leveraging data-driven initiatives, strong communication, and an abundance of energy to further our schools vision in spite of our lack of administration. I strive to make everyone in our community feel valued in capable with leads to student success and retention. Most importantly I am committed to ongoing professional growth and empathetic engagement with myself and others in the understanding that there is so much growth possible.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher (Chemistry, Biology, Freshman Success)
Taylorsville High School
08.2018 - Current
- Currently head of the School's Leadership Team. I work closely with our school principal, our community council, and the whole administration team to write our SIP (School Improvement Plan) and school mission statement. I define the school's vision and strategic priorities, including new program development.
- Led the Freshman Success Team partnering with student leadership, stakeholders, and district personnel to bring the 9th grade class into the school in 2021. Managed the course selection process in several different ways, including new course development, counseling students with their course selection, and engaging the community in the process.
- Developed a school-wide Freshman Success Advisory curriculum for 700 students by working with our administration and counseling teams to use data to constantly evaluate the effectiveness of the advisory program.
- Led the PBIS (Positive, Interventions, Behavior, Support) team as part of the MTSS team (Multi-Tiered System of Supports). Worked closely with learning specialists, social-emotional support counselors, college counselors, and our administration team to support students' individual goals through both their learning and emotional needs.
- Led a year long focus group to redefine our credit recovery and disciplinary system that was over encumbered. Used data to specifically address absences and truancy.
- Organized two accreditation cycles as the leadership head. Collaborated with administrators in addition to faculty and staff. This collaboration effort was data focused and based in creating, reporting, and analyzing all-school initiatives, as well as shared programs.
Classroom Teacher
The Mana Academy
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Worked with a diverse population to help develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with community leaders to bring about connection and engagement in a school setting.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
Bus Monitor
Rowland Hall Saint Marks
08.2015 - 03.2017
- Assisted driver in monitoring and managing student behavior to promote safety.
- Engaged with families and students to assist in retention.
- In addition working with maintenance in the summers (2013-2017), this job gave the distinct opportunity to see the school from a unique angle, and provided motivation to become a teacher.
Education
Master of Science - Education Leadership And Policy
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Ballet Performance
University of North Carolina School of The Arts
1533 S Main St, Winston-Salem, NC 2712701-2013
Skills
Leadership & Collaboration - I partner with the principal and other administrators to lead initiatives, build cohesive teams, and guide faculty and student groups toward shared objectives I uphold a culture of inquiry through the Socratic method, promoting deep engagement and collective efficacy throughout the school
Strategic & Organizational Skills - I set clear, data-informed goals that can be continuously monitored and refined to drive improvement By focusing efforts and involving the school community, I ensure that faculty and staff feel supported, empowered, and capable of meeting these objectives
Student Centered Focus - I maintain an unwavering belief in every student’s capacity to succeed I provide robust support systems that make success possible for all, ultimately strengthening both individual retention in academic programs and the broader sense of belonging within the school I focus on making people feel valued and capable
Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills - I bring energy and efficiency to meetings by sharing timely agendas and follow-up resources I use innovative tools to communicate with parents about student progress and course options, all while fostering strong, positive relationships across the school community
Project Management & Program Development - I design and implement programs that align with the school’s strategic priorities I oversee co-curricular initiatives and school-wide events, adeptly managing multiple projects and timelines I advocate for constructive change while respecting the broader vision established by the principal and head of school
Commitment to Professional Growth - I actively pursue professional development by attending annual AVID conferences (since 2022), working toward a National Institute for STEM Education (NISE) endorsement, and obtaining a Teacher Mentorship Endorsement to further strengthen expertise in educational leadership I have a deep commitment to personal reflection and growth through constructive criticism
Energy and Empathy - I believe giving 100% is the minimal threshold, and that nothing is worth doing unless you are willing to go for it all the way This is not possible without a lot of energy, commitment, and empathy for oneself and others
Accomplishments
- Taylorsville High School "Teacher of the Year" 2019
- Taylorsville High School "Online Canvas Teacher of the Year" 2020
- Taylorsville High School "AVID Teacher of the Year" 2020
- Taylorsville High School "Most Likely to Win a Dance Battle" 2021 (student vote)
Certification
- ELS Certification
Utilizing this certification by currently teaching a "Newcomers Class" to refugee and WIDA level 1 students
Timeline
Teacher (Chemistry, Biology, Freshman Success)
Taylorsville High School
08.2018 - Current
Classroom Teacher
The Mana Academy
01.2017 - 05.2017
Bus Monitor
Rowland Hall Saint Marks
08.2015 - 03.2017
Master of Science - Education Leadership And Policy
University of Utah
Bachelor of Arts - Ballet Performance
University of North Carolina School of The Arts
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