TJ Mears – Master HET Consultant

Educator for 10 years
Highly Effective Teaching Consultant since 2001
Credentials: BS, MA, Administration

Highly Effective Teaching (HET) field Consultants are experienced Master Educators and inspiring presenters who began their work with the Center for Effective Learning (formerly Susan Kovalik & Associates, Inc.) when they implemented the HET Model (previously ITI) in their own classrooms. Each has sought extended and deep understanding of the neuroscience of learning by attending multiple HET training events as well as outside trainings. They enjoy working nationally with educators and their students. Having participated in coaching, each weave their own unique areas of expertise into the model. HET consultants are committed to lifelong learning and to the success of the schools with which they work. Our 35 years of experience allows us to assist each client with customizing and offering guidance for the most beneficial training sequence at each site.

TJ Mears has had the opportunity to share his expertise and strategies both locally and nationally since he began implementing the Highly Effective Teaching Model (formerly known as ITI: Integrated Thematic Instruction). 

As a master instructor, TJ has taught students at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, and his knowledge of the HET model is evident in any classroom with which he works.  He also has experience as an administrator at the building and district levels.  As a National consultant, TJ has given presentations and provided individualized classroom coaching across the United States.

TJ has a very unique approach to helping teachers and students move through the process of change. He has years of experience in the field of training adults to carry out the implementation of a comprehensive educational initiative. TJ's personal background coupled with his understanding of the impact of emotions on learning allows him to connect with all students irrespective of age. His experience and ability to articulate the learning process make him an excellent educational trainer. TJ’s knowledge of how effective learning happens and experience in creating integrated curriculum has allowed him to engage teachers while assisting them in the development of truly meaningful content. Having worked with urban and rural schools, TJ has experience in the professional development of learners from diverse backgrounds of ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and education.

TJ has a Bachelor of Science and a Master’s of Business Administration degree. He holds Oklahoma secondary certification in multiple fields of mathematics and science as well as administration. TJ has trained and consulted with more than 80 schools in 19 states in the United States. He has been the primary training consultant at the secondary level with 4 school districts hosting National Conference Schools for Susan Kovalik and Associates (SEE Conference). TJ, his wife, and two children live in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.