EDUCATORS

The Ultimate Teacher Keynote:

Immerse your staff in one of Tom's award-winning, fully interactive keynotes or PD workshops.

OWN YOUR MAGIC: Enhancing Student Performance Through Your Uniqueness

In today’s educational landscape, the pressure to meet standards can overshadow the deeper impact that educators have on their students. In Tom’s keynote, "Own Your Magic," he encourages teachers and administrators to reconnect with their passion, embrace their unique strengths, and focus on making an unforgettable difference in their students' lives.

Through this talk, educators will discover how to:

  • Embrace effective tools and teaching strategies that yield tangible, meaningful results in the classroom, while fostering a love for learning.

  • Implement strategies that inspire cultural transformation, paving the way for long-lasting improvements in school climate and student success.

  • Set actionable, long-term goals that create a ripple effect of positive change for their students and colleagues alike.

  • Reignite their purpose and motivation, finding clarity on why they became educators in the first place and how that purpose drives them each day.

  • Discover their own unique gifts as teachers and administrators, leveraging these to create classroom experiences no one else can replicate.

  • Design memorable experiences for students—experiences that go beyond just teaching standards and that students will carry with them long after they leave the classroom.

  • Become a transformational figure in a child's life by showing up authentically—not just for what you do, but for who you are.

  • Utilize impactful teaching tools and resources that truly resonate with students, making learning engaging and unforgettable.

  • Leave with a renewed sense of purpose and pride, ready to reclaim their role as a difference-maker in education.

"Own Your Magic" is about empowering educators to step into their greatness, embrace the power of their individuality, and transform the way they teach. It’s about being the one person in a child’s life who creates a lasting difference—not just through what they teach, but by being a beacon of inspiration and authenticity. It's also about recognizing the importance of mentorship, not only in the lives of students but within the community of educators, ensuring that everyone has the support and guidance they need to thrive.


From Burnt Out To Brilliant: Reignite your passion, reclaim your purpose

While teacher morale is at an all-time low and burnout at an all-time high, educators are leaving the profession in record numbers, nationwide. The question is, how do we reverse this trend and reignite your staff with a new sense of passion and purpose?

Enter, Tom Pesce: a veteran elementary and middle school teacher, international keynote speaker, and professional entertainer. Tom is a catalyst for positive change who seamlessly combines the world of education with the magic of motivation.

At the heart of Tom's message lie two fundamental principles that deeply resonate with educators: the importance of reconnecting with their "WHY" in education and the profound impact each teacher can have on their students. Tom weaves these principles into his storytelling, drawing from his own life-altering experience when he was moments away from quitting but discovered a compelling reason to stay in the classroom and undergo a complete reinvention.

Tom's storytelling is infused with magic, humor, hands-on demonstrations, and best practices from around the world. As your entire team engages with this multimedia experience, they will remain at the edge of their seats, fully immersed. Tom doesn't merely inspire; he provides practical insights and strategies to empower educators. His presentation equips teachers to:

  1. Rediscover their sense of purpose.

  2. Safeguard their peace and nurture their mental well-being.

  3. Understand their pivotal role in shaping the future of their students.

  4. Create moments that students will cherish for a lifetime.


WORKSHOPS:

  • The Classroom as a Performance Space

  • Dispelling Discipline Issues for Good

  • First Impressions, Lasting Impact: The art of Absolutely Crushing your Open House & Parent Presentations

  • How Classroom Design Contributes to Student Performance

  • Next Level Student Engagement


Armed with master's Degrees in both Elementary Education and School District Leadership & Administration, Tom possesses an intimate understanding of the daily trials and triumphs educators face. His captivating and personalized presentations aren't merely designed to prevent teacher burnout; they ultimately leave participants equipped and inspired to take action.

When you choose Tom as your keynote speaker for state or national education conferences or to kick off the school year for your K-12 staff and students, you're not just investing in a speaker; you're investing in the growth, well-being, and success of your entire educational community.

Tom has toured the country as a professional magician captivating industry giants such as Google, Amazon, NASA, Formula 1, and more. What truly sets Tom apart, however, is his unwavering commitment to education. Underscored by over two decades of service as a celebrated public school educator, Tom currently teaches sixth grade ELA at a Blue Ribbon school in Westchester County, New York.