Troy Dever Lau
Hilo
Summary
Results-driven educator with a strong focus on project-based curriculum development and student engagement. Proven success in designing impactful learning experiences and enhancing stakeholder collaboration, driving measurable student growth and program effectiveness in diverse educational settings.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Writer & Summer Program Teacher
Kauluhala Academy
Keaʻau
06.2025 - Current
- Designed and developed project-based curriculum focused on business, entrepreneurship, communication, and career readiness.
- Developed instructional materials, assessments, and experiential learning activities that aligned with program goals and ʻŌiwi Edge competencies, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Taught courses including Real Estate Fundamentals and Speech & Debate, emphasizing practical skills, public speaking, critical thinking, and professional communication.
- Connected classroom learning to real-world career pathways through applied projects and industry-relevant content.
- Collaborated with program leadership to enhance and broaden summer learning opportunities, resulting in a more diverse and impactful curriculum.
- Selected to return as Summer Program Teacher for Summer 2026, reflecting positive contributions and effectiveness in previous roles.
Substitute Teacher (Middle School)
Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi
Keaʻau
01.2024 - Current
- Ensured continuity of learning through effective classroom management and lesson implementation that supported diverse learning needs.
- Delivered instruction across mathematics, language arts, social studies, digital media, and elective courses.
- Cultivated a reputation for reliability and professionalism, fostering strong student engagement and positive classroom environment.
- Adapted quickly to varied grade levels, subject areas, and instructional environments.
Educational Assistant (Middle School – Grade 8 Team)
Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi
Keaʻau
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Provide academic, behavioral, and social-emotional support to middle school students within the 8th-grade program.
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and support staff to ensure student success and effective program implementation.
- Assist with classroom instruction, small-group support, and individualized student interventions.
- Coordinated grade-level logistics and operations to enhance student activities, events, and campus-based programming.
- Facilitated student supervision and engagement during school functions, field experiences, and special events.
- Managed purchasing requests, supply procurement, and resource coordination to ensure effective instructional and student activities.
Account Executive
Darktrace
New York
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Achieved quarterly revenue targets through strategic account management and business development efforts.
- Identified and developed new business opportunities while enhancing customer retention and facilitating account growth initiatives.
- Delivered product demonstrations and Proof of Value engagements to executive-level stakeholders, fostering client relationships.
- Managed the full sales cycle from prospecting through contract execution across an assigned territory.
Operations Associate
Bath & Body Works
New York
09.2019 - 10.2023
- Coordinated inventory flow, merchandising execution, and operational logistics to enhance store efficiency.
- Ensured adherence to visual presentation standards and optimized promotional displays to attract customer engagement.
- Provided high-quality customer service to drive store performance goals and foster positive customer experiences.
Business Development Representative
LaunchDarkly
New York
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Generated more than $1 million in qualified sales pipeline.
- Achieved 73% conversion rate from introductory meetings to qualified sales opportunities.
- Collaborated with Account Executives to design and implement outreach and prospecting strategies.
- Executed event promotion and lead-generation campaigns to engage enterprise technology leaders.
High School Transition Specialist
Hawaiʻi Community College
Hilo
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Facilitated transition of students from 21 Hawaiʻi high schools to postsecondary education by providing tailored guidance and resources.
- Partnered with students, families, and educational stakeholders to streamline academic planning and enrollment processes.
- Created outreach initiatives and monitored student success metrics, enhancing engagement and retention rates.
- Provided individualized advising and resource navigation services.
Digital Marketing Consultant
Marketing Freelancer
Hilo
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Designed email marketing campaigns and social media strategies that enhanced brand presence.
- Developed customized marketing solutions that boosted customer engagement and improved visibility.
- Consulted with local businesses to assess marketing needs and identify specific growth opportunities.
Master Teacher
Yleana Academy
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Led instruction in Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, and SAT Mathematics preparation.
- Facilitated average student SAT score increases of 250 points through targeted instruction and support.
- Developed collaborative learning experiences that engaged historically underserved student populations, fostering inclusivity and participation.
- Guided students in academic goal setting and college readiness, enhancing their preparedness for post-secondary education.
Graduate Assistant
St. John’s University
Queens
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Coordinated academic programming and events to enhance student engagement and support initiatives.
- Assisted with mathematics instruction and tutoring to foster student understanding and success.
- Supported student-athletes and students with learning accommodations.
- Conducted research and provided reporting to support scholarship and grant activities.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Executive Marketing Strategies
St. John’s University
Queens, NYBachelor of Science - Business Management & Administration, International Relations and Culture
St. John’s University
Queens, NYSkills
- Curriculum development
- Project-based learning
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment strategies
- Student engagement
- Academic coaching
- Classroom management
- Student support services
- Program coordination
- Educational operations
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Learning management systems
- Educational technology platforms
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Data analysis
- Event planning
- Public speaking
- Speech and debate instruction
- Family engagement
- Stakeholder engagement
- Community outreach
- Relationship building
- Parent communication
Skills
Curriculum Development, Project-Based Learning, Student Support Services, Classroom Management, Academic Coaching, Educational Operations, Program Coordination, Family Engagement, Differentiated Instruction, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Speech & Debate Instruction, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Outreach, Relationship Building, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Business Development, Lead Generation, CRM Management, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Email Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, SalesLoft, Looker, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Educational Technology Platforms, Data Dashboards
Timeline
Educational Assistant (Middle School – Grade 8 Team)
Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi
08.2025 - 06.2026
Curriculum Writer & Summer Program Teacher
Kauluhala Academy
06.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher (Middle School)
Kamehameha Schools Hawaiʻi
01.2024 - Current
Account Executive
Darktrace
10.2022 - 10.2023
Business Development Representative
LaunchDarkly
03.2021 - 09.2022
High School Transition Specialist
Hawaiʻi Community College
05.2020 - 08.2021
Digital Marketing Consultant
Marketing Freelancer
03.2020 - 03.2021
Operations Associate
Bath & Body Works
09.2019 - 10.2023
Master Teacher
Yleana Academy
06.2019 - 08.2019
Graduate Assistant
St. John’s University
08.2014 - 05.2019
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Executive Marketing Strategies
St. John’s University
Bachelor of Science - Business Management & Administration, International Relations and Culture
St. John’s University