Zachary Walls
Carrollton,GA
Summary
Professional educator with deep understanding of historical concepts and teaching methodologies. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring effective teamwork and meeting evolving educational needs. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and fostering critical thinking. Reliable and results-driven with passion for inspiring students.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
ESS Substitute Teacher Company
08.2021 - Current
- Works with the ESS substitute teacher company as a part-time teacher in the Carroll County area
- Travels to every school system in Carroll County at least four times weekly
Museum Curator and Guide
Hillcrest Orchards
09.2020 - Current
- Works as a guide with personal exhibit at Hillcrest Orchards, giving talks and information to guests at the Hillcrest Apple Museum
- Designed eight information banners with select artifacts showcasing thesis results
Manager
Moonshine Rapids Cabin Management
01.2008 - Current
- Manages, maintains, and operates family business for mountain getaway
- Provided dozens of creative suggestions to improve customer satisfaction
Social Studies/History Teaching Intern
University of West Georgia
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Co-taught Social Studies, Middle School Science, and US History five days a week as part of an internship, noticeably improving student performance
Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)
Auburn University
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Worked as a professor's assistant for college level World History I+II classes four times weekly
Grant Writer Assistant
Camp Hill Church
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Did research and writing work for the Camp Hill Church grant, writing label copies for this century-spanning church
Treasurer
Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Collected member dues, handled receipt information, and consistently tallied organization funds and resources
Education
M.D. - Education
University of West Georgia
Carrollton07.2024
Three Years of History PhD - Southern History
Auburn University
Auburn, AL10.2020
Master of Arts - Public History
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA07.2017
Bachelor of Arts - History, Minor in Biology
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA12.2014
Study Abroad Experience - German and Prussian History
University of West Georgia
Berlin, Germany06.2014
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Adaptable
- Relationship building and management
- Student Engagement
- In-depth US and World History knowledge and expertise
- Exceptional Middle School Science knowledge, acing the relevant GACE test with highest honors
Universityprojects
- Museum Intern, Ellijay, GA, 05/01/16-07/01/16, Gilmer County Historical Society Intern at Tabor House
- Curatorial Committee, Newnan, GA, 01/01/15-04/01/15
- Research Assistant, Carrollton, GA, 05/01/12-07/01/12
- Nintendo vs. SEGA 1990s 'The Great Console War' Project, Auburn University, Spring Semester 2019
Organization
- Phi Alpha Theta History Honors Society, Auburn University and University of West Georgia
- Tau Kappa Epsilon UWG Fraternity Xi Theta Chapter, Summer 2011
Awards
- UWG Dean’s List, 2008-2014
- Top Scholar Award, 2008-2014
- Vachel Davis Whatley, Sr. Award, UWG Department of History, 2012
- Participated in UWG Graduate Colloquium, 2017
- Language exam passed in Spanish for History PhD students, 2017
Publishedwork
- Apple Ancestry: The Rise of a Fall Phenomenon, 07/01/18, self-published book, Amazon CreateSpace
- Alco-lachia: A Bootleg Biography, 03/01/23, published article, Mountain Heritage newsletter, Gilmer County Genealogy Society
- Apple-achia Arises, 08/01/20, published article, Mountain Heritage newsletter, Gilmer County Genealogy Society
- Review of Dr. Tom Okie’s The Georgia Peach: Culture, Agriculture, and Environment in the American South, 2021, published review, South Carolina Historical Quarterly
Accomplishments
- Completed extra training to further help students under care.
Certification
- Child Abuse Identification & Reporting Certification - [State] Department of Health Services or equivalent.
- Safe Schools Training Certificate - Various Safety Organizations.
- State Teaching Certification or License - [State] Department of Education.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
German
Elementary
Japanese
Elementary
Timeline
Social Studies/History Teaching Intern
University of West Georgia
08.2023 - 05.2024
Substitute Teacher
ESS Substitute Teacher Company
08.2021 - Current
Museum Curator and Guide
Hillcrest Orchards
09.2020 - Current
Grant Writer Assistant
Camp Hill Church
01.2019 - 05.2019
Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA)
Auburn University
08.2017 - 05.2020
Treasurer
Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society
08.2017 - 08.2018
Manager
Moonshine Rapids Cabin Management
01.2008 - Current
Master of Arts - Public History
University of West Georgia
Bachelor of Arts - History, Minor in Biology
University of West Georgia
- Child Abuse Identification & Reporting Certification - [State] Department of Health Services or equivalent.
- Safe Schools Training Certificate - Various Safety Organizations.
- State Teaching Certification or License - [State] Department of Education.
M.D. - Education
University of West Georgia
Three Years of History PhD - Southern History
Auburn University
Study Abroad Experience - German and Prussian History
University of West Georgia
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