Tom Piper

Tom Piper has been the Numeracy II Instructor since June 2007. He is responsible for individualizing learning for students who need to increase their math proficiency. Tom has five years of teaching experience. Prior to joining NEWCorp, Tom worked in a high school diploma program at Aims Community College in Colorado, and upon moving to New Mexico, he spent a year at a private school teaching all subjects for middle and high school. Tom earned his bachelor's degree in history from the University of Northern Colorado. In his free time, he enjoys playing basketball, reading, and spending time with his family.

Reflections on the program

"Two things make New Education for the Workplace a winning proposition for the Albuquerque Job Corps Center. First of all, we invest in technology and curriculum utilizing technology.  Secondly, we individualize for every student by developing an Individual Learning Plan.  Every student knows what they need to work on and why."

Why the program works for our students

"The students need to know that you care, but they don't want to feel like your project.  I offer procedures to the students that are reasonable and that maintain high expectations.  With this out of way, I can relate to them as a person without confusing work and play.  They do very well with this environment."