Thomas Brady
123 Mesopotamia Drive, Maynard, MA 01754
617-655-1234 · thomas.milton.brady@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
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Experienced secondary math teacher fully committed to improving all my students’ problem-solving,
critical thinking, and core math abilities.
Proficiency in Spanish, strong commitment to success of ELLs in my classroom.
Innovative use of technology such as graphing calculators, Smartboard, and online class discussions to
promote student creativity and excitement about learning.
Enthusiastic collaborator with history of contributing to the larger life of the school – key player in
planning and leading retreats, service-immersion trips, and professional development days.
EDUCATION
Boston College, Lynch School of Education
M.A.T. in Secondary Education (Mathematics)
GPA 3.73
University of Tennessee
B.A., Double Major in English and Mathematics
GPA: 3.67
Chestnut Hill, MA
May 2011
Knoxville, TN
May, 2009
LICENSURE
Massachusetts Certification, Mathematics, Grades 7-12, pending
 Communications and Literacy Skills Test – Passed April 17, 2007
 Subject Test: Mathematics – Registered to take May 12, 2007
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Mathematics and Science Teacher, St. Alphonse School, Boston, MA
Fall, 2011-present
 Taught Algebra I, Geometry, Honors Anatomy & Physiology courses in all-girls urban school with a
mission for teaching the whole person through education and service.
 Designed instruction that focused on problem-solving and critical thinking through guided inquiry, realworld connections, and reflection.
 Integrated cooperative learning activities for students to create a sense of community, develop
communication skills, demonstrate their strengths, and reduce students’ math anxiety.
 Coordinated and led multiple professional development seminars on lesson planning and cooperative
learning for faculty and other local Catholic schoolteachers.
 Assisted in planning and leading grade-level annual retreats, service-immersion trips, and freshmen
orientation week to build community and spirituality among students and staff.
Full Practicum, Thomas Dewey High School, Waltham, MA
Spring, 2011
 Taught two junior English classes (20+ students per class) in urban school for a full 12-week term.
 Designed unit on creative short stories; plugged in vocabulary lessons using various methodologies to
address different learning styles; unit culminated with students writing a short story.
 Executed creative lessons in high pressure situations: reviewed grammar rules material in game show
fashion while the Boston Public School Intervention Team observed.
 Designed instruction that focused on problem-solving and critical thinking through guided inquiry, realworld connections, and reflection.
 Integrated cooperative learning activities for students to create a sense of community, develop
communication skills and demonstrate their strengths.
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Pre-Practicum, Paul Cellucci High School, Marblehead, MA
Fall, 2010
 Collaborated with cooperating teacher to grade critical essays for a sophomore English class.
 Observed numerous teachers modeling different methods, such as a lecture, class discussion, and
collaborative grouping.
 Lectured on the Russian Revolution as it pertains to Animal Farm.
 Tutored students on the writing process, providing insight into what makes good writing.
 Planned and executed a creative lesson on propaganda using collaborative groups and relating the
concept to the students’ lives.
Teacher/Counselor, Knoxville Youth at Risk, Knoxville, TN
Summer, 2010
 Taught and mentored 46 motivated urban 6th and 7th graders in a summer day program.
 Implemented creative mathematics lessons on fractions and decimals, often using models, diagrams, and
games.
 Met with parents to encourage their active involvement and to resolve disciplinary issues.
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Manager, Caffeine Café, Knoxville, TN
June 2009-May 2010
 Supervised a staff of 12 employees; mediated disputes between employees and took disciplinary action
when needed.
 Recruited, interviewed, and hired four new employees for wait staff positions.
 Collaborated with owner and other managers to make improvements such as new menu items.
ACTIVITIES
Wilderness Trainer, UT Outdoor Leadership Trips, Univ. of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN
2008-2009
 Collaborated with 5 other steering committee members to plan trips for 150+ sophomores, set goals and
guidelines of organization, interview and select new leaders by group consensus.
 Committee increased participation in program by 27% over previous year through intensive networking
and use of social media.
 Co-led backpacking trips to train student leaders.
 Helped students grow as leaders and as people – led discussions on group dynamics and leadership, ran
first-aid simulations, taught minimum-impact camping skills.
Tour Guide, Admissions Office, Univ. of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN
2007-2009
 Provided tours for up to 25 prospective students and families, discussing campus life and academics.
SKILLS
Language:
Computers:
Other:
Proficiency in Spanish (4 years college-level study)
PC and Macintosh: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint); Macromedia
Flash, iMovie, Kid Pix, Super Paint
CPR, First Aid Certified
INTERESTS
Chinese plate balancing, juggling, chess, archery, cooking Chinese cuisine