Darion Esau
Queens,NY
Summary
Community-focused public safety professional with experience in youth mentorship, education, and school safety operations. Currently serving with the NYPD Division of School Safety, mentoring young people and helping maintain secure learning environments. Proven ability to build relationships within diverse communities, manage conflict calmly, and support youth development programs. Passionate about public service and creating positive opportunities for young people.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Safety Agent
NYPD School Safety
New York, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Maintain a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors within school facilities.
- Conduct daily safety inspections of school grounds and buildings to ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Respond promptly to incidents and provide support while coordinating with school administrators and law enforcement when necessary.
- Serve as an NYPD Explorers Advisor, mentoring youth ages 14–18 interested in careers in law enforcement.
- Act as a Youth Police Academy Instructor, educating young people about law enforcement responsibilities, leadership, and community engagement.
Assistant Teacher
The Anderson School
New York, NY
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Maintained a safe, structured, and engaging classroom environment for students.
- Supported teachers in delivering lessons and supervising student activities.
- Encouraged positive student development through respectful communication and guidance.
- Monitored student progress and behavior, documenting observations to support learning outcomes.
Youth Leader
University Settlement Beacon Program
New York, NY
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging youth programs to foster personal growth and community involvement.
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing their skills in program delivery and youth engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with community organizations to create partnerships that expanded resources for youth services.
- Facilitated workshops on life skills, promoting empowerment and resilience among participants.
Youth Advocate
Child Center Of New York
Flushing, NY
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Supported youth development through mentorship and educational programming.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and structured activities for students.
- Maintained positive relationships with youth to promote respectful behavior and social growth.
- Organized classrooms and materials to support effective learning environments.
Intern
Queens District Attorney's Office
Queens, NY
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Maintained organized records of case files and documentation for easy access.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents and correspondence for ongoing cases.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bayside
Queens, NY2017
High School Diploma -
NYPD Police Academy
Queens, NY05-2024
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Youth Mentorship & Development
- Safety Enforcement
- Community Engagement
- Documentation & Reporting
- Classroom & Program Support
- Behavior Modeling
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Timeline
School Safety Agent
NYPD School Safety
01.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
The Anderson School
09.2021 - 12.2023
Youth Leader
University Settlement Beacon Program
01.2021 - 12.2023
Youth Advocate
Child Center Of New York
03.2019 - 05.2020
Intern
Queens District Attorney's Office
01.2018 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
NYPD Police Academy
High School Diploma -
Bayside