1. Christopher Brannon
Christopher Brannon
2652 48th
Ave SW, Seattle WA 98116
360-580-2946, elkscoach@msn.com
Proven educator with a commitment to student growth, staff development, and clear
communication with families and community
Summary of
qualifications
Chief Leschi School Elementary – 2005 to Present
Chief Leschi Schools – 5625 52nd
St. East, Puyallup WA, 98116
Elementary Interim Principal 8/30/13 – 7/01/14 Elementary Principal 7/01/14 – Present
Led building responsibilities during a time of restructuring. Dedicated educational professional
with a proven ability to : to create and monitor policies and procedures that promote a safe and
nurturing learning environment for all students; ensure a school culture of continuous improvements
for students, staff, and community stakeholders; Establish an environment of teamwork and positive
communication within our professional learning community; and mentor educators in the creation and
implementation of class instruction, lesson plans, and students assessments that emphasize Common
Core State Standards in conjunction with state learning requirements. Loyalty, compassion, and
dedication to the diversity of all school community, staff, students and its families.
Students Centered Instruction / District wide Policy and Procedure Development / Budget Creation
and Maintenance / Program Development / Parental and Community Involvement / Attendance and
Grade reports / Multi-disciplinary Systems of Support / Individual Education Plans / Curriculum
Adoption and Implementation / Extra-Curricular Involvement / Training and development / Team
Building / Educational Administration / Classroom Management / Instructional Strategy Programing
Delivered Results
• Played a role in the development and implementation of the Danielson Frameworks for Teacher
and Administrator Evaluation system. Created and trained instructional staff in observation and
evaluation system protocols and requirements.
• Reduced behavior referrals by 40% over a two year period. Decreased suspensions and violent
incidents by implementing a clear and progressive student management program. Increased
parent contact and parent involvement each of the last two years.
• Devised a school schedule that emphasized ELA to allow for strategic implementation of a 30
minute Response to Intervention Block for all grade levels.
• Developed, proposed, received and implemented a Health and Fitness budget of $100,000.00 over
a 3 year period to develop an Afterschool Activity Program for K-6 students.
Chief Leschi School Elementary 7/01/12 – 6/30/13
Elementary Assistant Principal
Assistant Principal responsible for scheduling of all elementary schedules and programs, developing a
positive disciplinary approach for all students, coordinating and conducting staff development, and
creating a positive environment for all school and community stakeholders.
Created and published monthly elementary school newsletter / Designed and employed the Warrior of the
Month recognition program for each grade level / Formulated and lead our Positive Behavior Intervention
Support Team / Coordinated each monthly Parent Dinner and event night / Coordinated our bully
prevention program (Second Step) / Enforced school board-approved discipline policy on a daily basis /
Enforced school board-approved bus discipline policy on a daily basis / Managed bus dismissal
procedures on a daily basis

2. Christopher Brannon
Chief Leschi School Elementary 7/01/10 – 6/30/12
.5 PE Teacher/ .5 Literacy Instructional Coach / PBIS Coordinator /Admin Intern
Developed and implemented daily lesson plans
Conducted a consistent classroom management plan for health in fitness instruction in grades 3-6
Implemented Fitnessgram assessment for grades 3-5 to help motivate, teach, and emphasize healthy
lifestyles for all students.
Admin internship responsibilities: student management, curriculum alignment, staff development, and
community activities.
Continued leading school wide Safe and Civil Schools training. Developed and implemented a teacher
mentor program to improve classroom management, student behavior, and PBIS strategies.
Chief Leschi Elementary 7/01/08 – 6/30/10
Elementary Librarian/ General Education Teacher/ CHAMPs Coordinator
Dean of Student / Assisted AP in daily student management responsibilities
Developed and implemented daily lesson plans for Library and computer lab instruction
Conducted a consistent classroom management plan for grades K-6.
Teacher mentor for classroom management, student behavior, and PBIS strategies.
Staff development in all Safe and Civil Schools (CHAMPs) programs.
Chief Leschi Elementary 7/01/05 – 6/30/07
General Education Teacher 5th Grade Classroom
Developed grade level appropriate curriculum and lead classroom instruction in all subject areas.
Served as a grade band leader and member of the Building Leadership Team. Coordinated with
the principal and other faculty to provide for the special needs of our challenged students.
Played a key role in adoption of literacy, math, and science curriculum to better meet student
needs.
Integrated literacy instruction in Math and Science lessons. Introduced bi-weekly progress reports
for all students increasing parent communication and family involvement.
Lake Quinault Elementary School 8/1/04 – 6/30/05
General Education Teacher 5th Grade Classroom
First year teacher.Coordinatedwith the principal andother faculty toprovide grade levelappropriate curriculum and
leadclassroom instruction inallsubject areas.UtilizedIntegratedThematicInstructioninlesson delivery.
Education Seattle Pacific University 2008 – 2010 Seattle, WA
Physical Education Endorsement candidate
Grand Canyon University 2005 – 2007 Phoenix, AZ
Master Degree in Education Administration
Washington State University 2002 – 2004 Pullman, WA
Bachelors in Education, May 2004
Washington State Initial K-8 Teaching Certificate

3. Christopher Brannon
Professional
experience
Self Employed Business Operator 1995-2004 Amanda Park, WA
Owned and operated family businesses. Payroll, Scheduling, Accounting, Ordering, Inventory,
Personal Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, Computer Skills
Boeing Commercial Airplane Group 1991 –1995 Everett, WA
Technical Electro-mechanical CAD Designer
Led professional design groups, defined project parameters, coordinated projects to meet
objectives and deadlines.
Additional
professional
activities
Chief Leschi Middle School Boys Basketball Coach 2005-2009
Washington Reading Corps 1999-2000
Assisted teachers and specialists throughout the school year with reading strategies and
instruction in grades K-8.
Incorporated a summer reading program for K-6. Focused on interpretive reading outside of the
traditional classroom. Conducted field trips, library visits, and outdoor reading experiences.
Lake Quinault High School Varsity Basketball and Volleyball Coach 1996-2002
Lake Quinault Middle School Basketball Coach (Boys and Girls) 1996-2002
Professional
memberships
National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP)
Washington Alliance for Physical Education recreation and Dance (WAPHERD)
Washington State Coaches Association (WIAA)
International Society of Technology in Education (ISTE)
Washington State Counselors Association (WSCA)
Washington State Officials Association (WOA)
Community
activities
West Seattle Soccer Club
Coaching youth Soccer programs, volunteer work, public relations
South Kitsap Soccer Club

4. Christopher Brannon
Coaching youth Soccer programs, volunteer work, public relations
Saturday Hoops Program
Elementary basketball and self-confidence building program. Major focus on motor skill
development and team building concepts.
References
Ray Lorton - Superintendent Chief Leschi Schools (Resigned, 2014) Puyallup, WA 360-5803021
Bill Wyant – Principal/ Chief Leschi Elementary (Retired) Puyallup, WA 360-271-9119
Rick Basnaw - Curriculum Director Chief Leschi Schools Puyallup, WA 253-445-6000
Jeff Hunt – High School Principal Chief Leschi Schools Puyallup, WA 253-445-6000
Bob Hunt – Assistant Principal, Tacoma, WA 253-752-6047
Steve Burkhart – Elementary Behavior Specialist/ Consultant Gig Harbor, WA 253-306-2965
Lyle Burbidge – Retired Principal/ Tech / Library Specialist Chief Leschi Puyallup, WA 253-445-6000
Kathy Lorton – Superintendent/ Principal/ Queets-Clearwater Elementary Forks WA 360-962-2395
Hobbies Enjoy sports, health and fitness, music, backpacking, community theater and film,
Interests and
activities
Coaching youth sports, technology, audio and visual
Volunteer
experience
High school football and basketball play-by-play announcing.
Fund raising for AIDS, ALS, March of Dimes, MS, Relay for Life and other health related causes.
Master of Ceremonies for special events, graduation, sports contests, radio announcer, as well as theater
productions in the school community.