Thomas Bach Email & Phone Number

Taipei, Taiwan

• As a fullstack software developer at a startup focused on developing a suite of workflow tools for content development:
• Leading the complete backend rewrite from an older Java Play system to Node.js and TypeScript.
• Developing and managing the backend infrastructure with Node.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Kysely, and Docker.
• Implementing and integrating Azure Cognitive Services, OpenAI, Google Adwords, DigitalOcean and other Google services.
• Handling Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) setup and maintenance.
• Contributing to frontend development using Vue.js.

Taipei City, Taiwan

• In my role as the head of department for computer science and design, I was responsible for:
• Teaching all levels of computer science courses (IGCSE and IB).
• Managing department affairs and leading the development of curriculum materials, events and managing the school's makerspace.
• Mentoring and training teachers new to the department and, at times, the subjects.
• Running various coding clubs, as well as the VEX robotics team.

Taipei City, Taiwan

• Initiated the IBDP Computer Science program.
• Integrated VEX robotics into the curriculum, ran coding and design based clubs, and built out the school’s first maker lab.

Nansha, China

• This role involved a dual focus on teaching, as well as instructional design and technology development:
• Developing support materials across departments to improve integration of technology in the classrooms.
• Collaborating with the technology department to develop online school services and create an effective backup system.
• Teaching computer science and physics courses.
• Coaching the school basketball team and running an after-school coding club.

Guangzhou

• I initiated the computer science program in the school as well as working as a technology integrator.
• Started the computer science program and developed the course materials and curriculum based on the IB (International Baccalaureate) system.
• Helping teachers effectively integrate technology in the classroom.
• Taught computer science, mathematics and MYP design.
• Developed design lessons using Adobe tools such as Photoshop and Premiere.
• Assisted staff with technical issues and worked with IT on school-wide solutions to technology issues.

Fountain, Colorado

• Managed computer labsIn my role as a technology integrator and technician, my responsibilities included:
• Performing maintenance on systems and providing technical support for lab equipment and users.
• Ensuring the smooth operation of IT infrastructure within the lab environment.
• Assisting teachers to create lessons which effectively use the technology provided.
• Taught technology and mathematics classes.

Colorado Springs, Colorado Area

• Math Coordinator in charge of curriculum alignment, classroom observations, assessments, purchasing, mentoring new teachers, and coordinating with other departments.
• Designed and led professional development sessions involving math and technology in the classroom.
• Headed up a committee on technology integration within the school. Worked to promote the use of existing systems and helped introduce a variety of others.
• Successfully provided accommodations for ELL, SPED, and SED learners by working closely with both the ESL and special education departments.

Colorado Springs

• As an independent web developer, I provided services to a number of small businesses:
• Building, deploying, and maintaining websites primarily using Perl and PHP, with additional work in Flash and JavaScript.
• Hosting websites on a mix of Windows and Linux servers.
• Ensuring performance and security of hosted websites.

Colorado Springs, Colorado

• Worked on automated test scripts using WinRunner and in-house testing tools.
• Development of in-house tools using Java and Perl.
• Experience with UNIX, SQL and Apple WebObjects.

Bachelor Of Science, Computer Science

Master Of Education - Med, Educational/Instructional Technology

Educator License, Education

Master Of Computer Science, Machine Learning Specialization