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Brandon Dejean

Slidell,LA

Summary

Adept at fostering social-emotional development and leveraging specialized education assistance, I excelled at Esperanza Academy by implementing project-driven learning techniques. Recognized for team collaboration and effective oral communication, I significantly enhanced child development outcomes. My approach combines child development expertise with a proven track record in improving educational environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

First Grade Lead Educator

Esperanza Academy
07.2024 - Current
  • Responsible for being culturally responsive, inclusive, and passionate about their students' academic success.
  • Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal communication with diverse groups.
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.

Site Director

Nord Commission
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Responsible for overseeing all operations at a specific Nord location, including managing staff, ensuring compliance with company standards, driving sales, providing excellent customer service, and maintaining a positive working environment within their assigned site, all while aligning with Nord's overall business objectives and goals.
  • Scheduled maintenance services to keep equipment functioning properly at all times.
  • Evaluated curricula, teaching methods and programs to determine effectiveness and compliance with local regulations.

First Grade Lead Teacher

Lake Forest Charter School
New Orleans, USA
06.2023 - 05.2024

Company Overview: (New Orleans, LA)

  • To help students learn subject matter and/or skills that are aligned to the Louisiana State Curriculum that will contribute to their development as mature, able, responsible men and women who become lifelong learners
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques to ensure a safe and productive learning environment.
  • Instructed students in standardized subjects as well as general learning strategies and skills for social development and character.

First Grade Lead Teacher, Second Grade SPED Lead Teacher, Third Grade Lead Teacher

FirstLine Schools- Arthur Ashe Charter School
New Orleans, USA
06.2020 - 03.2023
  • Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and attendance.
  • Utilized educational technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
  • Collaborated with special education staff to develop individualized education plans for students with special needs.

TeachNOLA Fellows Program
New Orleans, USA
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Admitted to a highly selective cohort of recent college graduates and career changers, committed to raising student achievement in South Louisiana’s highest-need schools.
  • Participating in a five-week summer training, including a three-week student teaching experience with students in New Orleans

Assistant Cashier and Cashier/Customer Service Representative

Costco’s Wholesale
New Orleans, USA
06.2019 - 05.2020
  • Balanced daily cash drawer, maintained records of all transactions, and prepared bank deposits.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

Service Member

Sam’s
Metairie, USA
10.2017 - 06.2019
  • Delivered exceptional customer experiences through greeting and interaction strategies.
  • Ensured accurate financial exchanges.
  • Desired attributes for Sam's Club cashiers include being amiable, well-mannered, and driven.

Sales Supervisor

Sunglass Hut
New Orleans, USA
07.2014 - 07.2017
  • Company Overview: (New Orleans, LA)
  • Trained associates; executed customer service tasks; managed inventories and met store objectives.
  • Recognized as Sales Supervisor of the Month for outstanding performance.
  • Organized and updated schedules to optimize coverage for expected customer demands.

Instructor

Youth Empowerment Project
New Orleans, USA
03.2016 - 08.2016
  • Tutored HiSET students and graded assignments.
  • Maintained consistent student engagement through daily and weekly interactions.
  • Provided individualized instruction to students to improve their academic performance.

Shift Supervisor

Burger King
New Orleans, USA
03.2015 - 04.2016
  • Improved guest satisfaction through financial controls, operations, direction of team members, and compliance within the scope of an assigned shift.
  • The Shift Coordinator has full accountability for restaurant operations during the assigned shift when management is not present.
  • Supervised directly by the General Manager, and helped lead the restaurant team.

Dental Assistant

Oaks Family
Metairie, USA
08.2014 - 05.2015
  • Provided assistance in the office with tasks such as appointment scheduling, record keeping, telephone management, and billing.
  • Supported dentist chairside during operative and oral surgery procedures.
  • Documented patient records during procedures and added notes taken to treatment chart.

Cashier

Kmart
Metairie, USA
02.2013 - 07.2013
  • Checked personal identifications during alcohol and tobacco sales.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding store policies and procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Southern University Of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
05.2020

Associate of Arts - Addiction Counseling

Southern University Of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
05.2018

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Social-Emotional Development
  • Effective Oral Communication
  • Specialized Education Assistance
  • Project-Driven Learning
  • Child Development Expertise

Affiliations

  • Kappa Alpha Psi, 03/01/22
  • Student Government Association, 06/01/15, 05/31/16, Freshman Class Senate

Languages

Spanish
Limited

Timeline

First Grade Lead Educator

Esperanza Academy
07.2024 - Current

Site Director

Nord Commission
06.2024 - 07.2024

First Grade Lead Teacher

Lake Forest Charter School
06.2023 - 05.2024

First Grade Lead Teacher, Second Grade SPED Lead Teacher, Third Grade Lead Teacher

FirstLine Schools- Arthur Ashe Charter School
06.2020 - 03.2023

TeachNOLA Fellows Program
06.2020 - 08.2020

Assistant Cashier and Cashier/Customer Service Representative

Costco’s Wholesale
06.2019 - 05.2020

Service Member

Sam’s
10.2017 - 06.2019

Instructor

Youth Empowerment Project
03.2016 - 08.2016

Shift Supervisor

Burger King
03.2015 - 04.2016

Dental Assistant

Oaks Family
08.2014 - 05.2015

Sales Supervisor

Sunglass Hut
07.2014 - 07.2017

Cashier

Kmart
02.2013 - 07.2013

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Southern University Of New Orleans

Associate of Arts - Addiction Counseling

Southern University Of New Orleans
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