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Brandon Savoy
7th Grade Writing Teacher, DSST: Byers Middle School
Location: Aurora, CO United States
Joined: Oct 13th, 2014

About (request update)

I'm from Beaumont, Texas, originally, but went to school in Austin, Texas. I recently relocated to the Denver Metro Area to pursue a career in education. My short-term goals include: to become a leader at my school, help my students achieve academic success this school year and obtain a healthy work/life balance. My long-term goals include: becoming an administrator and principal/school director within my school and later on a superintendent. Before teaching, I was the Child and Youth Program Coordinator for the Texas Army National Guard - a contractor position through the Department of Defense. My job was to aid in military youth therapy for those whose parents were getting ready to deploy, were currently deployed or just back from deployment.

I am passionate about youth and my purpose is to help them be successful in any way possible.

Life & Professional Aspirations:

I eventually want to open a non-profit geared toward mentoring young, urban youth (specifically males). This includes, but is not limited to, etiquette classes, tutoring, grooming and appearance tips, interview skill-building and various other elements of "making it" in corporate America.

Website:

http://brandonjsavoy.weebly.com/

Education (request update)

Huston-Tillotson University class of 2011

Undergrad Major: Psychology

Campus Organization:

Alpha Phi Alpha

Claim To Fame:

Being elected President of a single letter chapter of the oldest Black fraternity.

Most Memorable Moment:

Crossing the burning sands into the Delta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Regis University class of

Grad Major:

High School: Clifton J. Ozen Magnet High School in Beaumont, TX class of 2007

Activities & Accomplishments:

Soccer (4-Year Letter), Football (2-Year Letter), Track, Naval JROTC (Commanding Officer), National Honor Society (VP), Beta Club (VP), Concert Choir (Section Leader), Who's Who Among National High Sc

Best Memories:

Being awarded several scholarships (academic and athletic) - first student from my high school to be awarded a full athletic scholarship for soccer.

Experience

I currently work with DSST: Byers Middle School as 7th Grade Writing Teacher
I have 11 years of experience working in the Teaching / K-12 Education industry.

Staff Coach/Trainer | Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club
From February 2014 to Current • 12 year(s)
Supervise groups of 10-15 children ages 4-5 and teach soccer fundamentals while creating a safe learning environment.

Teacher, 7th Grade Writing | Denver Schools of Science and Technology (Byers Middle School)
From February 2014 to Current • 12 year(s)
Prepare daily lesson plans and apply teaching techniques based on sound learning principles while maintaining ethical relationships with students.

Child and Youth Program Coordinator/Contractor | Cognitive Professional Services (TX Army National Guard)
From February 2013 to February 2014 • 1 year(s)
Help reintegrate soldiers into families through play therapy and coordinate camps for military youth throughout Texas.

Youth Soccer Coach | City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department
From January 2013 to January 2014 • 1 year(s)
Youth soccer coaching position.

Fuel Center Lead/Assistant Manager | HEB Grocery
From November 2009 to February 2013 • 4 year(s)
Supervise 10-120 cashiers and baggers, maintain store appearance, and resolve conflicts between partners and customers.

Family Care Specialist Intern | Center for Child Protection
From January 2010 to January 2011 • 1 year(s)
Internship providing family care specialist services.

Lead Technician | Huston-Tillotson University
From January 2008 to January 2011 • 3 year(s)
Lead technician for lighting and sound department.

Program Assistant | Austin Pre-Freshman Engineering Program
From January 2008 to January 2011 • 3 year(s)
Program assistance for pre-freshman engineering students.

Peer Mentor | Huston-Tillotson University
From January 2009 to January 2010 • 1 year(s)
Peer mentoring for university students.

Mentor | Austin Can Academy
From January 2008 to January 2010 • 2 year(s)
Mentoring students at Austin Can Academy.

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