BRANDON KEY
Hoover,AL
Summary
Motivated and people-oriented candidate who is eager to build positive relationships with students, parents, counterparts, administration, staff, teachers and the community-at-large. Personable and relatable with ability to serve, lead, equip, empower and work well with individuals of any socioeconomic or cultural background. Lifelong learner who is passionate about empowering others to learn and thrive. Doing what is best for students is my number one priority.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal
Alabaster City Schools (Thompson Middle School)
Alabaster, AL
07.2023 - Current
- 8th grade principal
- Participated in committees responsible for evaluating proposed changes to curricula or assessment systems.
- Investigated incidents involving disciplinary action against students or faculty members.
- Technology administrator
- Special/Exceptional Education Lead Administrator
- Provided guidance and support to teachers, staff and students in the school.
- Monitored student behavior and discipline in accordance with district regulations.
- Resolved conflicts between faculty members and students.
- Coordinated professional development activities for faculty members to enhance instructional practices.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations, reviews of lesson plans, and feedback from parents and students.
- Worked closely with mental health coordinator, other social workers and DHR
- Developed positive school climate by building effective communication within school.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
- Planned and facilitated monthly nominations and Student Of The Month Breakfast
- Lead Administrator for Warrior Center behavioral unit
- Participated in several instructional group/individual walkthroughs
- Participated in various code of conduct revision meetings
- Participated in various curriculum selection meetings and conversations
Assistant Principal
Hoover City Schools (Spain Park High School)
Hoover, AL
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed positive school climate and culture by building effective communication within school.
- Lead administrator of PBIS Team
- Lead administrator of PST (RTI Team)
- Assessed teaching and support staff and delivered exemplary development and instructional leadership strategies improving capabilities and testing outcomes.
- Visited classrooms to evaluate teacher instructional techniques as part of annual evaluation cycle.
- Presented resources and opportunities to teaching staff for further professional development and curriculum training courses.
- Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of school employees.
- Enforced disciplinary policies and procedures.
- Instructed teachers on classroom management, behavior and instructional strategies.
- Displayed strong decision making abilities and confidence to staff and students.
- Developed positive school climate by building effective communication within school.
Assistant Director of Bands
Hoover City Schools (Simmons Middle School)
Hoover, Alabama
07.2018 - 05.2021
- Leadership Team
- Advisory Committee
- PBIS Committee
- Conductor of Jazz and Concert Bands
- Guided Instruction (small groups, one on ones, etc)
- Directed, planned, created and led several musical performances.
- Calendar Committee
- Policy Committee
- District CIP Goals/Equity Committee
- Master Schedule Apprentice
- Hope Leadership Academy Participant
Small Groups Minister (Director)
The Worship Center Christian Church
Birmingham, Alabama
04.2013 - 05.2018
- Men’s Ministry Staff Lead
- Community Engagement
- Campus Pastor
- Teaching Team Member
- Campus Location Scouting and Development
- Prayer Team Member
- Call Center Team Lead
- Community Outreach
- People Empowerment/Team Building
- Executive Assistant/Coordinator
- Conference Planning and Execution Lead
- Dispute Resolution and People Building
- Host/Facilitator for various trainings and classes
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL12.2019
Certificate of Leadership - Pastoral Leadership
Highlands College
Birmingham, AL05.2017
Master of Arts - Music
University Of Alabama
05.2009
Specialist of Education (EdS) - Educational Administration/Leadership
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, ALBachelor of Music Education - Music Education
Alabama State University
Montgomery, ALCertification
Class B in Instrumental Music Education (P-12)
Class A in Educational Administration (P-12)
Community Involvement
Dream Team (Coaching, Development/Curriculum, etc) - Church Of The Highlands
Mentor, Board of Influence Member - Empowered To Conquer
Affiliations
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Music Fraternity of America, Inc.
Pi Kappa Lambda Honor Society
National Association for Music Education
Alabama Education Association
Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated
Timeline
Assistant Principal
Alabaster City Schools (Thompson Middle School)
07.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal
Hoover City Schools (Spain Park High School)
06.2021 - 06.2023
Assistant Director of Bands
Hoover City Schools (Simmons Middle School)
07.2018 - 05.2021
Small Groups Minister (Director)
The Worship Center Christian Church
04.2013 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University Of Alabama At Birmingham
Certificate of Leadership - Pastoral Leadership
Highlands College
Master of Arts - Music
University Of Alabama
Specialist of Education (EdS) - Educational Administration/Leadership
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Music Education - Music Education
Alabama State University
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