Open Doors Academy
Brandon Sheil has a diverse work experience spanning different organizations and roles. Brandon most recently served as the Director of People & Culture at Open Doors Academy since August 2022. Prior to that, they worked as an Administrative Manager at CHN Housing Partners from August 2020 to August 2022. Before that, they held the position of Programs Manager at Greater Cleveland Food Bank from April 2017 to August 2020. Brandon also has experience working at Open Doors Academy, where they held various roles such as Director of Operations from August 2016 to January 2017, High School Education Director from January 2013 to August 2016, and High School/Middle School Mentoring Coach from August 2011 to December 2012. Additionally, they worked as a Corps Member at City Year from August 2010 to June 2011.
Brandon Sheil completed their education at John Carroll University, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Communications from 2006 to 2010. Brandon subsequently pursued a Master of Arts in Nonprofit Administration from 2011 to 2013 at the same institution. Additionally, they obtained a Certificate of Training for The Council For Boys and Young Men from the One Circle Foundation in June 2015.
Open Doors Academy
Open Doors Academy (ODA) is a developmental enrichment and leadership program for youth during out-of-school time. We work to protect, inspire, nurture, and challenge youth to reach their full potential. The program was established in 1992 as an afterschool drop-in program at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Cleveland Heights. In 2002, ODA became an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. ODA now serves over 1,000 scholars and their families at over 15 sites across Northeast Ohio and beyond. Scholars participate in project-based learning experiences and receive academic tutoring built around their developmental needs. In the summer, full-day camps and service-learning trips begin in mid-June and run for 7-8 weeks. At the core of the program is building a safe haven filled with support, creating a sense of community, and fostering the kids’ confidence. Our staff works closely with classroom teachers, principals and other community partners to support our scholars in their learning experience. In addition to our daily programming, parents are encouraged to demonstrate a commitment to their child's education, by participating in parent education workshops, family events, and supporting their child's experience as they grow and develop with ODA.