Jonathan Brown
About Jonathan Brown
Jonathan Brown is a Teaching Assistant at Merit America, where he provides technical programming support and documentation feedback to 93 learners. He has a background in criminal justice and computer science, holding two associate's degrees and having completed a Java Developer program.
Work at Merit America
Jonathan Brown serves as a Teaching Assistant at Merit America, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he provides technical programming support and professional documentation feedback to a cohort of 93 learners. He actively facilitates learner engagement by rotating into 30 breakout rooms during Zoom meetings, promoting understanding and clarifying instructions. Additionally, he manages three Slack channels to support and advise the Java Development cohort, ensuring effective communication and assistance.
Previous Employment Experience
Before his current role, Jonathan Brown worked as a Police Officer at the City of Anderson Police Department from 2013 to 2014. This position involved on-site responsibilities in Anderson, South Carolina, for a duration of eight months. He also gained experience as a Grocery Clerk at Publix Super Markets from 2022 to 2023, where he worked on-site for six months in Anderson, South Carolina.
Education and Expertise
Jonathan Brown studied at Tri-County Technical College, where he earned two Associate's degrees. He completed his first degree in Criminal Justice from 2011 to 2013. He later pursued a degree in Computer Science with an emphasis on Computer Programming from 2015 to 2017, graduating with honors and making the President’s List. He also completed the Merit America’s Java Developer program to further enhance his software development skills.
Professional Associations
While pursuing his Associate's degree in Computer Science, Jonathan Brown joined the National Society of Leadership and Success. This organization focuses on developing leadership skills and providing networking opportunities for students, contributing to his professional growth in the field of technology.