Brandon Peterson Email & Phone Number

La Quinta, Ca, Us

Carlsbad, California, United States

Temecula, California, United States

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Throughout my approximate two years as a substitute teacher, I moved schools three times.● Adapted to a classroom of eight 6th graders on the autism spectrum with minimal assistance from other educators. (DockSt)● Implemented a behavior management system titled, “Light and Dark Points”. (DockSt)● Created lesson plans to educate young people about what they can do to help theenvironment.● Integrated meditation into transition time to center students before starting a lesson.● Incorporated yoga/movement into classroom routine to promote concentration andprevent burnout.● Chaperoned multiple off-campus field trips with students with no incidents.● Maintained a flexible schedule teaching from Pre-K to 5th grade each day. (P.S. 20)● Collaborated with fellow teachers to improve classroom lesson quality andimplementation.● Provided behavior management skills including: mindful breathing, stretching, andmeditation with success.● Redesigned lesson plans to fit individual and classroom needs.● Developed positive and meaningful relationships with staff and students on campus.● Communicated with co-workers on how to organize sessions for maximum engagementand a smooth class flow.

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Responsible for maintaining a safe and fun environment despite changing activity locations frequently.Facilitated wellness activities including: meditation, two-word check-ins, breath work, and yoga.Directed campers in camp-wide dances and stretches every week.Collaborated with fellow counselors and specialists to ensure a dynamic set of activities each camp day.Established a safe space for campers and staff to share what troubles they were having if comfortable to do so.

Brooklyn, New York, United States

• Lead and organized 10+ daily activities and games to provide a safe, fun, and enriching environment for each camper• Implemented safe space and conversation opportunities for Pre-Kindergarten to 8th grade campers to discuss issues concerning home, school, camp, etc.• Collaborated with all levels of camp staff (from directors to counselors) to identify ways to improve individual camper’s experiences • Adapted to any unscheduled changes to the daily itinerary and conducting alternative activities and games to promote camper engagement and morale

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Creating and implementing engaging lesson plans for middle school students. These include Homework Help, How to Be a Grown Up (character development, life skills), Cinematic Studies, Strategy Games, STEM, and Pen Pals. Adapting in-person lesson plans to remote learning plans.Troubleshooting with Education Specialists and DOE teachers on how to improve engagement of students in class, especially with regards to remote learning.Communicating with co-Group leaders on how to organize sessions for maximum engagement and a smooth flow.

Manhattan, New York, United States

Conducted interviews with young people 12-24 on how our organization can provide them with resources such as career development, help with school, legal services, counseling and mental health services and physical health services both in person and virtually (phone calls and video calls)Trained in Mandated ReportingMemorized discussion of previous interviews to input into the Salesforce systemBecame proficient in the use of Salesforce for case records and documentation purposesOrganized papers and supplies to inform young people about the services offered at The DoorProvide a safe environment for young people to share personal aspects of themselves and understand how to navigate the conversation in a productive mannerCommunicated with supervisors about young people of concern and what steps to take to further assist themAssisted supervisors with virtual training of new intake counselorsProvided connections between young people and the staff of various departments of the organization via email, text, phone calls, and in-person communication. Understood building layout and where each department is located to assist young people in finding their correct destination

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Collaborated with the college’s Residence Life team to create and organize, in a professional environment, events/programs on and off campus for groups of up to 170+ students Developed personal relationships with residents in order to identify abnormal behavior and target potential breaches in policyScholastically and emotionally supported the student community in one on one environmentsEstablish inclusive environment among a diverse team of people comprised of both domestic and foreign studentsAssist Residence Director in organizing strategies on how to best place residents in cohesive spaces, establish move out procedures, and document work order fulfillmentsEngaged in ongoing training in areas such as conflict management, mediation, and confrontation procedures

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Managed the front deskHelp implement on-campus programs such as midterm and final stress reliever eventsUpdated school counselors when appointments are canceled or postponed

La Quinta, California, United States

Responsible for electronically recording donationsOrganized time sensitive inventory of donationsFollowed strict medical procedures and protocols while packaging donationsCreated and maintained medical supply area for emergency use by medical staff membersAccumulated 340+ hours of volunteer service while being a full-time student

La Quinta, California, United States

CPR certified and Food Handlers’ Card recipientConsistent excellent customer service reviews received Executed all positions in the restaurant: deli, pizza, cashierPromoted to employee trainer within three months from hireManaged new hire training and promoted their successCommunicated effectively with co-workers to ensure timely serviceTime Management oriented to succeed while maintaining full-time student status

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology, 3.66

Activities and Societies: Honor's Program Member Psy Chi Honor Society Magna Cum Laude Treasurer of Troupers (Drama) Club, 6 months.

High School Diploma, 3.8

Activities and Societies: La Quinta High School Medical Health Academy The International Thespian Society GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance)

Master Of Science - Ms, Marine Sciences