Brendan Simons Resume
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Brendan Simons Resume

Brendan Simons
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Education

Clark University, Worcester, MA
Bachelor of Arts and Science in Political Science and Psychology, Dean’s List

Coursework

Statistics, Advanced Topics in World Politics, Constitutional Law, Judicial Politics, Social Science Research to Influence Public Policy, Lawyers and Politics, Research in Collective Action, Policy Analysis, Cultural and Social Psychology of Genocide, Developmental Psychology, Qualitative Methods, Quantitative Methods

Experience

The Woods Inn, Inlet, NY, June 2017-August 2019, Waiter, Bartender, Caretaker, Assistant Manager
Tended bar, waited tables, and took care of the property and building to maintain functionality of a historical building. Greeted guests and assured quality customer service in various fields within the hospitality industry.

Inlet Historical Society, Inlet, NY, June 2017-August 2019, Docent and Curator
Accessioned local historical items into databases for an Adirondack town. Greeted and informed visitors about local history and answered relevant questions. Curated items for displays available to the public.

Warren FoodWorks, Warrenton, NC August 2015-August 2016 Barista, Non-Profit Researcher
Operated a farm-to-table cafe as a co-managerial barista. Prepared and served cafe-style food and drinks, managed inventory items supplied by local farmers, planned and hosted various public events, and crafted experimental menu items for locally-sourced foods. Provided research for implementing policy plans for redirecting food-sourcing in public schools from corporate to local sources.

Vaughan Elementary School, Vaughan, NC August 2015-December 2015 Long-Term Substitute
Implemented gym class lesson plans for students in grade levels K-5 to develop basic kinesthetic and locomotive skills. Implemented team-based learning styles to encourage both cooperation and competition.

Law Office of Randy Feldman, Worcester, MA January 2014-May 2014 Legal Intern
Performed miscellaneous administrative tasks for an immigration lawyer. Typed and edited client affidavits, researched relevant case law and legislation, answered office phone calls and emails, and assisted clients with document production and organization.

People’s World Peace Project, Worcester, MA September 2013-January 2014 Intern Leader
Posted aggregate news on a weekly basis to an organization’s website in order to raise awareness about peace and justice. Hired and trained interns in posting relevant content on the organization’s website.

Research in Adoptive Parenting, Worcester, MA May 2013-August 2013 Research Assistant
Transcribed and codified interviews for a graduate student's dissertation research on adoptive parenting.



Activities and Awards
Irving and Edith Wilner Prize, Award Recipient, Clark University, MA Spring 2014
Awarded for the top research paper in the Political Science Department on the subject of American
Politics.
Who's Who Among American Colleges and Universities, Honoree, Clark University, MA.
Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology, Member, Clark University, MA.
Mock Trial, Team Member, Clark University, MA.
Model United Nations, Team Member, Clark University, MA.
Working for Worcester, Volunteer, Worcester, MA,
Amnesty International, Co-president, Clark University, MA.
Teach For America Lead Now Scholar, Award Recipient, Clark University, MA.
Elected to a national student social network of 1,500 underclassmen nominated for demonstrating leadership qualities.
Varsity Soccer, Team Member, Clark University, MA
Scholar Athlete Award
Massachusetts All-State

Skills

•Statistics, Qualitative Research Methods, Quantitative Research Methods, Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), SPSS, NVivo, MediaKron, Express Scribe, Mac OS, Windows, Barista, Spanish language, Russian language (non-fluent), Wait Service, Bartending, Hotel Caretaking, Hospitality Management, Customer Service, POS Systems (Square, etc.), Working in high-stress environments, Quick-thinking, Problem solving, Adapting to adversity.