Tommy taught 5th grade math for one year in Waco, Texas, and spent seven years at Walton Middle School in Albemarle County, where he taught AVID and Drama. He joined Charlottesville Waldorf School for the 2024–2025 school year.

Tommy holds a B.A. in Political Science with a minor in Criminal Justice, along with Virginia and Texas teaching licenses. He brings ten years of classroom experience to his work in education.

Outside the classroom, Tommy enjoys being in the woods – with his family or on his own. His favorite place in the world is the beach on the east side of Lake Michigan. He also enjoys gardening, camping, and attending live music with his family.

Most of his time is spent with his two children, playing outside and exploring together.