The Gillen Brewer School
Alex Parks is currently the Assistant Director of Marketing and Outreach at The Gillen Brewer School, a position held since July 2024. Prior experience includes serving as the Digital Communications Manager for The Urban Assembly, Inc. from July 2021 to July 2024, and in various roles such as Communications & Development Coordinator and Project Assistant at Wellness in the Schools from December 2019 to July 2021. Alex's career began with roles in public relations at FACTORY PR and as a Research and Writing Associate at Earth Law Center. Early work experience includes serving as a Research Assistant at Pitzer College, interning for political campaigns, and directing programs at Campus Kids Summer Camps Inc. Alex holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Political Economy & History from Pitzer College.
The Gillen Brewer School
Gillen Brewer School (GBS) is a family-oriented, 12-month, special education program for children ages pre-K - 8th grade who have a wide variety of language-based and non-verbal learning disabilities. We provide an integrated, developmentally appropriate, academic-therapeutic program that includes speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, counseling, and social groups. Our curriculum is enriched with robust music, art, science, technology, and movement programs. Learning and growing in a secure and nurturing environment, our students develop the skills necessary to overcome challenges. We work closely with their families to instill self-confidence and build a strong foundation for lifelong learning and independence. GBS is accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS). We serve students from New York City’s five boroughs and surrounding areas. GBS provides an excellently trained staff, a low student-to-teacher-ratio, a team-centered approach, and a well-honed Family Program that is the cornerstone of the organization’s mission and contributes to the sense of community.