Brandon Brown
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a robust background in coaching, dedicated to driving team success and fostering individual growth. Expertise in strategic planning, performance analysis, and motivational techniques enables a comprehensive approach to achieving organizational goals. Recognized for adaptability, reliability, and a steadfast commitment to collaboration, consistently delivering impactful results. Proficient in designing customized training programs that enhance team dynamics and build strong rapport among members.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CTE Pathway Advising Coach
NYCPS Office of Student Pathways
08.2022 - Current
- Enhanced leadership and school teams' effectiveness by identifying strengths and areas for growth. Drove the development of comprehensive systems that strengthened internal capacity and supported goal attainment.
- Orchestrated advising and awareness programs that promote adherence to quality standards and facilitate equitable access for NYC high school students.
- Engaged with educators to integrate targeted coaching strategies into classroom methodologies, fostering improved student performance.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to implement systemic changes in educational frameworks, ensuring equitable access for all students in pathways programs.
Supervisor
College & Career Advisory Council
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with stakeholders to create and implement culturally and linguistically responsive resources for effective postsecondary planning across the city.
- Assisted in leading live professional development workshops, fostering an interactive learning environment.
- Provided strategic advice and advocacy for enhancing policy frameworks in postsecondary education.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of user experiences regarding CCPT supports and resources to inform improvements.
Pod Supervisor/Hub Supervisor
College & Career Bridge for All
06.2020 - 10.2022
- Collaborated with central management team during weekly meetings to drive strategic initiatives. Fostered ongoing communication with central staff to enhance operational efficiency.
- Managed training and support for four hub supervisors and sixteen bridge coaches, facilitating smooth transitions during summer and September expansion.
- Managed strategic development and leadership training programs for senior bridge coaches.
- Directed daily operations while enforcing compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Developed targeted training sessions focused on improving employee skills and optimizing service quality.
School Counselor/College Advisor
Urban Assembly School for the Performing Arts HS
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Coordinated personalized advising sessions to support students in academic and career planning.
- Developed and delivered lesson plans for advisory classes (9-12) focused on college and career exploration strategies.
- Achieved enhanced CCR data accuracy through systematic framework development. Expanded college and career engagement opportunities for grades 9-12, fostering student readiness.
- Created the Curriculum for the College & Career/Life Skills Class. Instructs the CCLS class to the Senior Cohort
School Counselor/College Advisor
Flushing High School
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Engaged with students and parents in one-on-one and group settings to evaluate and recommend tailored college and career options, while refining capacity management strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to formulate individualized education plans that effectively address the unique requirements of each student.
- Interpreted student data to discern trends and guide strategic interventions aimed at supporting at-risk populations.
- Formulate structures to increase CCR data; expand College and Career activities to grades 9-12
School Counselor
Urban Assembly School for the Performing Arts HS
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Assist all students individually or in groups, with developing academic, career and personal/social skills, goals, and plans
- Key stakeholder in the College Access for All team; set standards for OAUA population
- Monitors student academic performance, behavior, and attendance and facilitates appropriate interventions
- Provides mandated counseling services while also organizing PPT agenda in order to maintain schoolwide compliance
- Incorporated a Young Men’s Group in order to promote a sense of community and leadership
OSY Counselor
Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow, Queens, NY
Queens, NY
12.2014 - 07.2016
- Motivate adults to recognize their personal self-worth and advance toward self-sufficiency through intervention services to include disciplinary and corrective actions and recommendations based upon the needs of the students
- Assist the Program Director in redesigning the HSE portion of the program to increase trainee completion rates and aid in the day-to-day management of the program
- Conduct intake assessments with applicants to ensure both eligibility and suitability for the program using standard OBT/funder criteria when admitted into the program
- Deliver prescribed curriculum on topics such as time management, self-esteem building, stress management and goal setting in group counseling session
Education
M.S. Ed. - Educational Leadership: SBL/SDL
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY05-2026
M.S. - School Counseling
Brooklyn College CUNY
Brooklyn, NY05-2016
B.S. - Child and Family Development
Benedict College
Columbia, South Carolina05-2012
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Group leadership
- Effective communication
- Performance evaluation
- Performance improvements
- Coaching techniques
Accomplishments
Developed a session to support CTE NYSED PPS Completion: within 1 Year there was an increase by 1600%
Partnered with school leadership to strengthen cross-departmental collaboration and improve systems supporting the student career connected learning experience; contributed to an increase in postsecondary persistence rates from 6% to 44% over three years of coaching.
Timeline
CTE Pathway Advising Coach
NYCPS Office of Student Pathways
08.2022 - Current
Supervisor
College & Career Advisory Council
10.2021 - 06.2024
School Counselor/College Advisor
Urban Assembly School for the Performing Arts HS
07.2020 - 08.2022
Pod Supervisor/Hub Supervisor
College & Career Bridge for All
06.2020 - 10.2022
School Counselor/College Advisor
Flushing High School
08.2018 - 06.2020
School Counselor
Urban Assembly School for the Performing Arts HS
08.2016 - 07.2018
OSY Counselor
Opportunities for a Better Tomorrow, Queens, NY
12.2014 - 07.2016
M.S. - School Counseling
Brooklyn College CUNY
B.S. - Child and Family Development
Benedict College
M.S. Ed. - Educational Leadership: SBL/SDL
Brooklyn College