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Brendon Stephen

Brendon Stephen

Amherst

Summary

Developed strong leadership and communication skills in supportive educational setting, with focus on guiding and mentoring students. Known for effectively organizing activities and building rapport with both students and colleagues. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging these transferrable skills to make positive impact in dynamic environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Creative Services

Donna Rice
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Gained valuable experience working under direct supervision of seasoned professionals within the creative services field.
  • Adapted quickly to new software and tools as needed, demonstrating a continuous commitment to self-improvement and professional growth.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail, resulting in error-free deliverables within deadline constraints.
  • Assisted in the production process from concept to completion, ensuring high-quality outcomes for each project phase.
  • Implemented constructive feedback from supervisors during regular reviews, demonstrating adaptability in refining designs based on critiques received.

Barback/Lead Busser

Howling Wolf Taqueria
10.2024 - 10.2024
  • Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
  • Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
  • Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
  • Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
  • Restocked glassware, cleaned tables and organized supplies to meet demanding trading periods throughout shift.
  • Refined multitasking abilities under high-pressure situations during peak business hours, contributing to seamless operation flow.
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down bar area for special events.

Teacher/Counselor

80 Acres
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Enhanced Lesson engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
  • Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.

Teaching Assistant

Adrienne Wallace
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
  • Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
  • Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
  • Consistently worked with students of multiple grades ranging from Kindergarten to 6th Grade.
  • Worked on a Flexible schedule on the daily providing an ability to change with the circumstances on-the-go.
  • Facilitated lessons and projects for the students and children at the school at times alone.

Catering Server

Amherst College
06.2023 - 06.2023
  • Assisted in event setup and teardown, ensuring a smooth transition between functions.
  • Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
  • Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
  • Enhanced guest experience by providing exceptional service during catered events.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to last-minute changes in menu items, guest count, or event timeline to maintain a high level of service quality.
  • Loaded and unloaded tableware, catering supplies and meals to and from catering vehicles to comply with catering logistics.

After-School Program Leader

YMCA
02.2023 - Current
  • Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
  • Monitored student safety while conducting indoor or outdoor activities.
  • Assisted students with homework completion, providing individualized support and guidance as needed.
  • Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for groups of up to 54 students.
  • Created a Safe and Respectful space for the children to be around allowing for healthy bonds to be formed
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, keeping them informed of their child''s progress and involvement in the program.

Intern

MASSPIRG
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Appointed lead of Social Media and PR for the group during my internship there
  • Planned out local events for the upcoming week
  • Tabled for events and Petitions for bills to be sent to Congress
  • Volunteered in food drives
  • Worked with a group of several others to start initiatives on campus like Food Banks

Customer Service Associate

Family Dollar
10.2021 - 12.2021

Scanned through 50+ customers a day

Constantly organized the shelves of the store

Stocked shelves occasionally

Cleaned front desk

Volunteer

Colors Of Change Art Show
11.2021 - 11.2021

Handed out fliers for the event

Called around 40 people for surveys on the art show

Registered all the guests who came to visit the show

Education

High School Diploma -

Amherst Regional High School
Amherst, MA
05-2021

Bachelor of Arts And Science - Advertising (Media And Communication)

Florida Memorial University
Miami Gardens, FL
06-2022

Bachelors of Arts & Science - Advertising (Media And Communication)

Salem State University
Salem, MA
12-2025

Skills

  • Positive reinforcement
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Outdoor education
  • Activity coordination
  • Parent communication
  • Social development
  • Homework assistance
  • Experience with Canva
  • Skills with Video-editing/Photoshop
  • English Minor/Practiced Copywriter
  • Data Entry and Maintenance
  • Strong Communication skills
  • Flexible
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure

Timeline

Barback/Lead Busser

Howling Wolf Taqueria
10.2024 - 10.2024

Creative Services

Donna Rice
09.2024 - 12.2024

Teacher/Counselor

80 Acres
06.2024 - 09.2024

Teaching Assistant

Adrienne Wallace
06.2023 - 09.2023

Catering Server

Amherst College
06.2023 - 06.2023

After-School Program Leader

YMCA
02.2023 - Current

Intern

MASSPIRG
01.2022 - 05.2022

Volunteer

Colors Of Change Art Show
11.2021 - 11.2021

Customer Service Associate

Family Dollar
10.2021 - 12.2021

High School Diploma -

Amherst Regional High School

Bachelor of Arts And Science - Advertising (Media And Communication)

Florida Memorial University

Bachelors of Arts & Science - Advertising (Media And Communication)

Salem State University
Brendon Stephen