Bio
Dr. Marco Walder is an educator, author, mentor, and inspirational speaker. A native of Dallas, Texas, Dr. Walder earned a Bachelors of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a Masters of Education in Secondary Education from Alcorn State University. He also earned his Doctorate of Education in Sport and Athletic Management from Northcentral University.
Dr. Walder comes to you with over 20 years of experience in education. He has served as a K-12 Classroom Teacher, Campus Administrator, Instructional Coach, Special Populations Teacher and Administrator, and most recently as a Eureka Math Implementation Specialist.
Dr. Walder has been working with districts across the state, and he is exceptional at building relationships, providing concrete solutions for teachers, training and coaching campuses, and making sure everyone involved in the education of tomorrows future is invested in the work.
Dr. Walder is an advocate for improving the academic performance and higher education graduation rates of student-athletes. During his undergraduate matriculation, he was a four year letter winning football player and Dean's List student.
Dr. Walder is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporated and is an active member in his local community. Dr. Walder is a strong Christian and roots his messages in a biblical foundation. He attends Concord Church under the leadership of Pastor Bryan Carter. When he is not delivering motivational messages and speeches, he volunteers his efforts and energy to the Heads Up Foundation of Dallas which serves the youth leagues of Texas. Dr. Walder expresses real life and real hope for today’s society.
In addition to his latest children’s math book, “The Math Tales of Mathias”, Dr. Walder has authored several titles and numerous articles. A noted speaker, Dr. Walder has presented for Dallas Independent School District, the El Centro Community College TRIO program, the Brookhaven Community College Black History Month Expo, and at local schools including Maynard Jackson Middle School and Oliver Wendell Holmes. He has also ventured outside the state to various cities such as Lake Charles, LA and Gulfport, MS to share his positive and uplifting messages.