Brandon Cardenas
Brooklyn,NY
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Social Studies Teacher
Broome Street Academy
Soho, USA
09.2024 - Current
- Developed and executed a rigorous, standards-aligned 10th-grade Global History and ELA curriculum focused on Regents mastery, literacy, and historical analysis.
- Produced original instructional materials and formative assessments centered on student engagement, critical thinking, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Cultivated a student-centered learning environment by integrating strategic scaffolds and accommodations for diverse learners.
- Partnered with Special Education and ELL departments to customize instruction for students with IEPs and English language needs.
- Analyzed student data and participated in instructional rounds with colleagues to iterate and improve grade-level curriculum.
Middle School Teacher/Tutor
New York Tutoring Center
Flushing, USA
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Executed high-impact lessons aligned with New York State standards and center-specific guidelines to drive student engagement.
- Diagnosed individual learning gaps through comprehensive assessments, creating customized roadmaps to address specific student needs.
- Deconstructed complex academic concepts into digestible components, improving student comprehension in challenging subject areas.
- Facilitated targeted exam preparation and project-based support, equipping students with the tools and study habits necessary for academic autonomy.
Center Teacher/Tutor
Pinnacle Education Group
Jericho and Flushing, USA
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Facilitated academic success by providing targeted support for complex coursework and assignments across multiple subject areas.
- Architected personalized learning frameworks and study methodologies that enhanced student self-efficacy and long-term academic confidence.
- Optimized student performance on standardized tests and high-stakes examinations through rigorous practice, test-taking strategies, and content review.
Education
Master of Science - Secondary Education, Social Studies (7-12)
CUNY Queens College
Queens, NY05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - History
Eckerd College
St. Petersburg, FL12.2020
Skills
Classroom Skills
- Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, instructional design, student assessment, data analysis, culturally responsive teaching, and effective classroom management
Software Skills
- Highly proficient in a wide range of mainstream presentation and collaboration tools, including Google Creative Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office, Keynote, Pages, Canva, Pear Deck, Nearpod, Slack, Canvas, Dropbox, and more
References
Available On Request
Timeline
High School Social Studies Teacher
Broome Street Academy
09.2024 - Current
Middle School Teacher/Tutor
New York Tutoring Center
08.2022 - 08.2024
Center Teacher/Tutor
Pinnacle Education Group
06.2019 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Secondary Education, Social Studies (7-12)
CUNY Queens College
Bachelor of Arts - History
Eckerd College