A History of Educational and Creative Projects

For decades, Davis successfully engaged and inspired students while floods, blizzards, plagues, and riots broke out. Inspired by the very stories of learning breakthroughs he teaches about in class, he feels called to explore a new pathway to education. Wherever Davis goes, stakeholders and peers deem him an effective teacher and his students produce amazing work. Now, he invites students follow him to a classroom environment inspired by the writings of Emily Dickinson, Helen Keller, and Mark Twain. 

Bixby Public Schools (retired 2025)

8th Grade ELA Teacher

Facilitate the learning of middle school students in English Language Arts. Foster a welcoming learning environment for students of all abilities and backgrounds, while maintaining academic standards and exceeding parental expectations.

Northeastern State University (2018)

Academic Coordinator, TRIO Upward Bound Program 

Recruit a caseload of 60 first generation college students from low-income backgrounds at middle and high schools in Tulsa Public Schools, working in collaboration with administrators, counselors and faculty throughout the process. Advise and collaborate with Program Director on logistics and curriculum. Supervise program staff. Develop college-readiness workshops. Advise and mentor students (8th – 12th grade) on academic choices, college searches and financial aid. Instruct students in language arts during Summer Residency. Manage student behavior and discipline concerns, focusing on positivity and results. 

Tulsa Carrera Program at Union Public Schools

Job Club Coordinator, Tutor

Instruct and mentor a caseload of ~240 middle school students on subjects of entrepreneurship, financial literacy, job readiness and college/career planning to further the mission of preventing teen pregnancy in Union Public Schools. Research, vet and collaborate with local business and nonprofit entities to provide college and career exploration field trips, focusing on student-led learning and hands-on experience. Develop, budget for and implement educational activities for students aged 12-17, in both classroom and community settings. Create, develop and produce Tulsa Carrera Pop-Up Festival, a student-led entrepreneurship event in downtown Tulsa.  

Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma

Partner with community leaders, schools and donors to increase food and financial contributions. Coordinate food and fund drives; support donors and partners by providing advice and resources to maximize participation. Track and report donations, ensuring accuracy of database.

Currentland Magazine 

Staff Writer

Monthly entertainment publication covering eastern OK and western AR; estimated readership of +300,000. Write articles on a range of topics related to the arts in Green Country. Correspond with media and publicity contacts related to local business and regional/national performers. Noteworthy interviews with Wayne Coyne (Flaming Lips), Terry Bozzio (Zappa) and Brian Haas (JFJO).

Tulsa Community College

Adjunct Instructor and Academic Advisor: Tulsa Achieves, TRIO Educational Opportunity Center.

Civic Engagement Diversity Award (2010)

Achieving the Dream Committee, focusing on increasing student persistence and graduation, including develop and write institutional policy to include ENGL 1003 as a required course for degree-seeking students.

Founder and Producer - Education Rocks! 

Create and co-produce a college recruitment music festival to promote education in downtown Tulsa. Collaborate with multiple college departments and city officials to establish a budget, location and organize logistics. Responsible for booking performers and coordinating recruitment groups representing regional post-secondary institutions

Backwoods Bash Music and Camping Festival 

Producer (2009 – 2013)

Manage the day to day operations of large, nonprofit music, arts and camping festival. Execute duties ranging from establishing budgets to developing workshops and sponsorships, selecting talent, coordinating vendors and volunteers, as well as ensuring compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations. Plan and execute multi-year branding and marketing strategy.