Brock Edwards

635 N. Wall
Salt Lake City, Utah 84103
edwards_brock@yahoo.com
(801) 633-8153

Education:
May 2014- May 2016

Westminster College, Salt Lake City UT,

Masters of Arts in Teaching
(Special Education and Social Studies)

August 2010-January 2011

Columbia University, New York, NY.

Masters of Science in Social Work

Fall 2000- Fall 2003

Fall 2006- Fall 2007

The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX.

Bachelor of Science in Education

Experience:
May 2014-Present

Westminster College (MAT Program)

Special Education Methods Placements
- Murray High School (Adult Transitions)
- West Jordan High School
- Riverton Elementary
Social Studies Methods Placements
- East High School
- Riverview Jr. High
August 2012-April 2014

Outback Therapeutic Expeditions

www.outback.crchealth.com

I am currently a Senior Field Instructor working with students ages 14-17.

I provide case management for chemically dependent and mentally ill
students, reinforce daily therapeutic goals, and manage other staff.
September 2010-January 2011

Getting Out and Staying Out, Social Work Intern

www.gosonyc.org

I worked with formerly incarcerated, young adults.

Provided career counseling
Taught GED preparatory classes
Provided re-entry counseling to inmates at Rikers Island State Penitentiary

February 2008-2010

Peace Corps Community Health Volunteer in Uganda, East Africa

www.peacecorps.gov

I lived and worked in a rural village doing grass roots development

projects.
In Partnership with Compassion International:
www.compassion.com

Taught weekly Life Skills Classes to kids in my village ages 5-18 years
Created a community garden providing better health and nutrition to 270
vulnerable children
In Partnership with Engabu za Tooro (Shield of the People):
www.engabuzatooro.or.ug

Created a Life Skills Program for the organization

Taught weekly Life Skills classes to kids aged 14-20 years
Created a Career Guidance Manual for the organization
Developed a Cross-Culture Club with kids in my community
Provided Information Technology support for my colleagues in the
organization
Taught colleagues new software such as Access and QuickBooks
In Partnership with Youth Encouragement Services:
www.caroladamsministry.com

Organized and facilitated social events for HIV Positive kids aged 5-18
Created a garden to improve nutrition at a Rescue Home for HIV Positive
kids aged 5-18
Built a pen for 30 goats to create sustainability for the same Rescue Home
Taught a Basic Computer Skills class to the entire police Force in Fort
Portal, Uganda
Taught a Basic Computer Skills class to kids aged 14-18 years
Taught various English and Math classes to kids aged 5-17 years
In Partnership with Tooro Babies Home:
Taught Sanitation and Hygiene to caregivers living in the Home
Taught Early Childhood Development Skills to children living in the
Home aged 3-10 years
May 2007-January 2008

Austin

4-H Club, Animal Science Teacher: www.4-H.org

Taught after school classes to under served youth ages 5-11 years
Responsible for teaching Animal Science, Outdoor Education, Safety,
Nutrition and Fitness, and Character Building to urban kids in the
community.

January 2007-May 2007

Longhorn Leaders Group: www.longhornleaders.com

Hand selected by the University to work with at-risk youth at O'Henry
Middle School
Met weekly with students to discuss the importance of staying in school
and away from drugs
Our Group was recognized by the Senate and State Representatives for our
involvement with the at-risk youth in the Austin community.
September2006 January 2007

San Diego Chargers National Football League www.chargers.com

Tight End, Special Teams
December 2005 August 2006

Seattle, Seahawks National Football League www.seahawks.com

Tight End, Special Teams
June 2005 September 2005

San Diego Chargers National Football League www.chargers.com

Tight End, Special Teams

Certifications:

Wilderness First Responder

CPR and First Aid Certified
Crisis Intervention
Kinship Training

Leadership Activities:

Prepared and Delivered informative sessions on creating community gardens to

other Peace Corps volunteers during all-volunteer conference
Prepared and Delivered informative sessions on mental health to other Peace
Corps volunteers during pre-service training.
Established a Peer Support and Diversity Network in Uganda, and maintained
membership through elections
Participated in a community-wide march to raise awareness for childrens rights
Committed to empowering Ugandan Youth
World Challenge Contestant 2008 www.world-challenge.co.uk
Organized and facilitated a World AIDS Awareness Day in my community in Uganda