Brendan D. Graff
Kansas City
Summary
Certified educator and aspiring school leader with expertise in enhancing student success, directing athletic programs, and supervising staff. Focused on student growth through effective curriculum coordination, compliance with policy, proactive family engagement, and fostering a supportive school environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th Grade Team Lead
University Academy
Kansas City
08.2024 - Current
- Led 7th-grade teacher team as liaison to administration, coordinating curriculum needs, assessments, field trips, scheduling, and family communication to ensure consistent program delivery.
- Coached colleagues in instructional strategies and classroom management; organized team professional development and shared data to enhance student growth.
- Managed daily team logistics and delegated duties to optimize staff utilization and continuity of instruction, coordinating building-level schedules to prevent conflicts with extracurricular events.
7th–8th Grade Science Teacher
University Academy
Kansas City
08.2022 - Current
- Designed and delivered standards-based science instruction, enabling students to achieve benchmarks through differentiated learning strategies.
- Implemented school behavior system and maintained safe classroom culture while monitoring student progress and tailoring interventions.
- Maintained accurate student records for interventions and academic monitoring; communicated clear academic and behavioral expectations to families and administration.
Associate Head Wrestling Coach
University Academy
Kansas City
08.2022 - Current
- Developed holistic plans for student-athletes addressing physical, academic, and behavioral goals while monitoring and enforcing academic eligibility requirements.
- Coordinated athletic scheduling for matches and practices, managed transportation and equipment procurement, and ensured compliance with school eligibility policies and codes of conduct.
- Coordinated event logistics for home and away competitions, overseeing facility setup and facilitating communication with families and administration.
Multiple Roles (KSHOP Care Coordinator, Housing Specialist, Unit Team Supervisor, Corrections Counselor I, Corrections Officer I)
Kansas Department of Corrections
07.2017 - 08.2022
- Supervised staff (1–4 direct reports), managed caseloads, and applied restorative discipline procedures to ensure compliance with policies and regulations; trained staff in secure operations and crisis response.
- Coordinated services with community partners and correctional personnel, maintaining accurate records and filings to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
- Enforced health, safety, and emergency procedures in high-stress environments.
Education
MS Ed Leadership -
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO08-2025
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Kansas State University
Manhattan, KS05-2017
Skills
- Educational Administration
- Athletics and Activity Supervision
- Event Coordination and Scheduling
- Staff Development and Supervision
- School Safety and Emergency Response
- MSHSAA Compliance
- Written Communication
- Family and Community Engagement
- Regulatory Compliance and Record-Keeping
- Curriculum Development
Certification
- State of Missouri DESE — Initial Administrator Certification
- Kansas State Board of Education — Professional License: Science 5–8
- State of Missouri DESE — Educator Certification: 5–9 General Science
Timeline
7th Grade Team Lead
University Academy
08.2024 - Current
7th–8th Grade Science Teacher
University Academy
08.2022 - Current
Associate Head Wrestling Coach
University Academy
08.2022 - Current
Multiple Roles (KSHOP Care Coordinator, Housing Specialist, Unit Team Supervisor, Corrections Counselor I, Corrections Officer I)
Kansas Department of Corrections
07.2017 - 08.2022
MS Ed Leadership -
Northwest Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Kansas State University