Brandon Yoo
Palm Desert,CA
Summary
Dedicated Youth Mentor and Camp Counselor with extensive experience supervising groups of up to 50 children and facilitating engaging activities. Skilled in maintaining safe environments and addressing behavior concerns with professionalism. Proven track record in supporting community programs and outreach initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Ministry Leader
Desert Springs Church
Palm Desert, California
06.2021 - 08.2025
- Co-taught weekly Sunday and Wednesday school classes for 30-40 students, enhancing lesson delivery, classroom management, and student engagement.
- Coordinated and executed Vacation Bible School (VBS) each June, serving 120+ children through logistical support, group supervision, and event management.
Summer and Winter Camp Counselor
Desert Springs Church
Palm Desert, CA
07.2022 - 06.2025
- Supervised and led groups of children through structured daily programming, ensuring a safe, inclusive environment.
- Supported planning and execution of activities, maintaining smooth transitions, engagement, and strong group management.
- Mentored campers through 1:1 check-ins, building trust and supporting their goals, concerns, and confidence.
Missionary
Global Awakening
Maringa, Brazil
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Volunteered in youth ministry in Maringá, Brazil, providing mentorship and support through programming for local youth.
- Supported community outreach initiatives for families in hardship, fostering relationships and offering assistance through service.
- Coordinated large-scale outreach initiative, engaging 15,000+ local residents through events and community involvement.
Missionary
Global Awakeing
San Juan, Puerto Rico
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Contributed to outreach efforts that engaged 5,000+ Puerto Rican residents through service events and relationship-based support.
- Partnered with 10+ local churches to support ministry programming and community outreach.
- Assisted with home restoration projects for families living in severe poverty, supporting repairs and on-site coordination.
Education
Accounting
Boston College
Boston, MA05-2029
Skills
- Youth supervision & safety
- Classroom/camp behavior management
- Group facilitation & activity leadership
- Event coordination & logistics (set-up, schedules, transitions)
- Mentorship & student support (1:1 check-ins)
- Conflict resolution & de-escalation
- Communication (with students, staff, parents)
- Recordkeeping & attention to detail (attendance/incident notes)
Timeline
Missionary
Global Awakening
06.2024 - 07.2024
Summer and Winter Camp Counselor
Desert Springs Church
07.2022 - 06.2025
Children's Ministry Leader
Desert Springs Church
06.2021 - 08.2025
Missionary
Global Awakeing
06.2021 - 07.2021
Accounting
Boston College