Derek   April 28, 2020 
Brannon 
Educator   Dear Center of Sustainability Hiring Team, 

My name is Derek Brannon and I am currently a Social Studies educator 

Marketing & Outreach 
and help run and operate a recording studio in Denver, Colorado. I am 
ㅡ  writing you this letter because I am very interested in several of the 
Part-Time positions you currently have available. Sustainability is 
Derek Brannon  something I am quite passionate about as someone with a nearly fully 
969 Xavier St  plant-based diet and a regular light-rail commuter. I am a native 
Denver, CO 80204  Coloradoan and I have a deep relationship with the environment, 
970.631.3575  specifically with issues of water use. 
derekbr26@gmail.com 
I am currently pursuing a Doctorate of Curriculum and Instruction at the 
University of Denver, and I work for a non-profit called the History 
Colorado Center. At HCC, I am a School Programs Facilitator and I bring 
social-justice and sustainability-focused Colorado History to students of 
all age-groups and socio-economic backgrounds. Nearly every exhibit 
has a lot to say about water use in the state, and it’s a conversation I 
actively lead everytime I teach. Before this position, I worked as a Guest 
Teacher for DPS and am very excited for another opportunity to work 
with students from a diverse background. My research focus at DU is 
exploring how social studies educators can inspire political activism in 
their students of color, something that I am extremely passionate about. 
While all of this focuses on my educational background, I am also a 
committed musician and handle marketing and customer service for a 
rehearsal space and recording studio in Denver. 
 
I help run and operate The Band Cave Studios, and have done so for a 
year and a half. During this time I have maintained audio and music 
equipment, scheduled and ran the rehearsal spaces, and worked on 
several recording projects. I have spent the last 5 years touring off and 
on with my own band, and also spend time as a DIY promoter in Denver, 
putting together shows for touring and local punk bands. I manage all of 
the social media accounts for The Band Cave, creating content which is 
focused on celebrating local and national artists. I have spearheaded 
several projects whose intended goals were various forms of outreach 
targeting the local music community in Denver. I believe my experience 
in teaching about sustainability and leading outreach projects make me a 
good candidate for several of the positions you have available. 

I look forward to hearing back from you!   

Derek Brannon 

 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 Derek  Derek Brannon 
 

Brannon  969 Xavier Street 

Denver, CO 80204 
Educator   970.631.3575 
derekbr26@gmail.com 
Marketing & Outreach 
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Experience  History Colorado Center / ​School Programs Facilitator 

February 2018 - Present, Denver, CO. 
I guide groups of students through various exhibits at the History 
Colorado Center, all of which focus on aspects of social justice and 
sustainability. This includes leading discussion, giving lessons based on 
Social Studies State Standards, as well as, allowing students to learn 
through self-exploration. During this time, I have produced and 
maintained materials, and worked on behind the scenes projects. 

The Band Cave Studios / ​Marketing, Outreach, Customer Service 

November 2018 - Present, Denver, CO. 
I help run a rehearsal space and recording studio in Denver called The 
Band Cave. I manage all of our social media accounts and merchandising, 
as well as, handle aspects of day-to-day operations and meeting the 
needs of customers. I have spear-headed several projects and initiatives, 
especially in regards to outreach to the music community in Denver. 

Denver Public Schools / ​Guest Teaching  

September 2017 - February 2018, Denver, CO. 
I substitute taught at a range of schools and grade levels within DPS. 

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Education  University of Denver / ​Doctorate of Education 

  In progress, Denver, CO. 
  Specialization: Curriculum and Instruction 
 
  Colorado State University / ​Masters of Education 
  June 2016 - May 2017, Fort Collins, CO. 
  Major: Education and Human Resource Studies 
 
Specialization: Education Sciences 
 

Colorado State University ​/ Bachelor of Arts 

  August 2009 - May 2014, Fort Collins, CO. 
  Major: Philosophy 
  Concentration: Philosophy and Religion 
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Awards 
Teacher Licensure - Secondary Social Studies 
Eagle Scout  
 

 
 Derek   April Legg / Coordinator at History Colorado Center 
 

Brannon  970-231-6473   

Professional  April.Legg@state.co.us 

References  Steve Luebke / Former Supervisor at History Colorado Center 

ㅡ  720-935-1663   
Steve.luebke@state.co.us 
Derek Brannon 
969 Xavier Street  Collin Ingram / Studio Manager at the Band Cave 
Denver, CO 80204  307-899-0964  
970.631.3575  vccingram@gmail.com  
derekbr26@gmail.com 
Franita Ware / Current Professor in Doctorate Program 
678-640-7635 
Franita.Ware@du.edu 

John Lindenbaum / Former Professor 

970-491-4635 
John.Lindenbaum@colostate.edu