Tommy Westerman
Murrysville,PA
Summary
Compassionate educator skilled in developing tailored lesson plans and providing constructive feedback. Experienced in mentoring diverse learners, enhancing their confidence in financial decision-making and investment strategies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder of the Investment Club
09.2024 - Current
- Founded and led the school's Investment Club, creating a structured program to promote financial literacy, market analysis, and long-term investing principles among students.
- Designed and administered an annual stock market competition, engaging club members in portfolio management, investment research, and performance evaluation through a simulated trading environment.
- Developed and delivered educational lessons on investing fundamentals, including stocks, diversification, risk management, market trends, and financial decision-making.
- Mentored students with varying levels of financial knowledge, helping members build confidence in analyzing companies, interpreting economic news, and constructing investment strategies.
- Organized competitive and collaborative learning experiences that encouraged critical thinking, data-driven decision-making, and real-world application of financial concepts.
- Established a sustainable club structure by coordinating meetings, creating educational materials, and facilitating discussions on current market events and economic developments.
- Fostered student engagement in personal finance and investing by connecting classroom concepts with practical investment simulations and market-based challenges.
- Cultivated leadership, communication, and organizational skills through the management of club operations, event planning, and instruction of fellow students.
Sailing Instructor
Duxbury Bay Maritime School
06.2024 - Current
- Instructed students in safe sailing techniques and navigation principles.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to varying skill levels and learning styles.
- Conducted safety briefings and ensured compliance with maritime regulations.
- Monitored student progress, providing constructive feedback to enhance skills.
- Organized equipment maintenance, ensuring all vessels were in optimal condition for use.
- Collaborated with other instructors to enhance curriculum effectiveness and student engagement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin Regional Senior High School
Murrysville, PA06-2027
Skills
- Entrepreneurial and innovative
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Empathetic teaching
Accomplishments
- Won the statewide SIFMA Stock Market Game for four consecutive years with roughly 800 participants yearly
- Turned $100,000 of virtual cash in the competition into over $600,000 over the course of the school year
- 7th in the State of PA in the 500 Free at the PIAA Championships
Certification
- Level one sailing certification
- First aid certification
Timeline
Founder of the Investment Club
09.2024 - Current
Sailing Instructor
Duxbury Bay Maritime School
06.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Franklin Regional Senior High School