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BRYAN FAILLA

Torrington

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive knowledge and experience in athletics and recreation, cultivated through a lifelong commitment to sports at various levels, including high school, college, and as an athletic director. Possesses a Certified Athletic Administrator certificate from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA), demonstrating expertise in managing athletic departments while ensuring compliance with regulations. Proven ability to promote safe and engaging athletic environments that foster growth and development for all participants. Passionate about leveraging skills to enhance athletic programs and support student-athletes in achieving their goals.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Athletic Director

Region 20 Schools
Litchfield, CT
- Current
  • Manages the athletic program’s daily operations, including overseeing budgets, hiring and evaluating coaches, coordinating schedules, and promoting athletic events
  • Maintains accurate records of athlete eligibility requirements, ensuring compliance with state regulations at all times
  • Develops and implements strategies to enhance student-athlete success, including academic support, leadership opportunities, and wellness initiatives

Building Substitute Teacher

Kelly Services Inc.
Litchfield, CT
2025 - Current
  • Adapts lesson plans to meet diverse student needs and learning styles
  • Provides classroom management support, ensuring a positive learning environment

Camp Director

Litchfield Park and Recreation
2025 - 2025

•Planned and led recreational, athletic, and enrichment programs while maintaining clear communication with parents and department administrators

School Resource Officer

Region 20 Schools
Litchfield, CT
  • Assisted IT in trouble shooting computers, smartboards, tablets in a school setting
  • Managed and supervised all school security and all safety procedures and polices

Patrol Officer

Winchester Police Department
Winsted, CT
  • Managed body camera footage, downloaded data, and utilized multiple digital platforms to gather evidence. Managed/trouble shot multiple department computers, Ipads, cameras, and cellphones
  • Patrolled assigned areas within city limits, investigated crime, and arrested criminal suspects
  • Head of School Safety Emergency Planning and Procedures.

Youth Counselor

Connecticut Junior Republic
Goshen, CT
  • Provided direct Supervision of adolescent boys to help them carry out their daily schedule, provided behavior management, and physical care
  • Maintained sensitive to unique issues such as mental health, suicide, and contraband

Athletic Communications & Operations Assistant

Umass Boston Athletic Department
2011 - 2015

•Supported daily athletic department operations across multiple NCAA sports
•Assisted with game-day logistics and event execution to ensure efficient athletic contests
•Filmed and edited athletic events for coaching analysis, highlights, and departmental use
•Managed digital media and event-related materials for coaches and staff
•Contributed to athletic communications through written game recaps and post-event content

Education

Master of Science - Sports Administration

Arkansas State University
08-2026

Bachelor of Liberal Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Massachusetts Boston
01-2015

High School Diploma -

Torrington High School
01-2011

Certification

Certified Athletic Administrator

CPR / AED / First Aid Certified

Emergency Medical Responder

Timeline

School Resource Officer

Region 20 Schools

Patrol Officer

Winchester Police Department

Youth Counselor

Connecticut Junior Republic

High School Diploma -

Torrington High School

Athletic Director

Region 20 Schools
- Current

Building Substitute Teacher

Kelly Services Inc.
2025 - Current

Camp Director

Litchfield Park and Recreation
2025 - 2025

Athletic Communications & Operations Assistant

Umass Boston Athletic Department
2011 - 2015

Master of Science - Sports Administration

Arkansas State University

Bachelor of Liberal Arts - Criminal Justice

University of Massachusetts Boston
BRYAN FAILLA