Christal Coker
Mobile,AL
Summary
Accomplished professional devoted to students' needs. Focused on helping students manage and overcome personal, social, and behavioral problems negatively impacting wellbeing or academic success. Goes above and beyond every year to enhance student experiences and help each reach full potential.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Specialist
Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education
Statewide, Alabama
09.2020 - Current
- Assist childcare professionals by focusing on children's emotional/social advancement, managing challenging behaviors, and strengthening family involvement
- Observed students during classroom activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior and social development.
- Facilitated training sessions for early childhood educators
Head Start Family Advocate
Auburn University
Mobile, Alabama
11.2016 - 08.2020
- Advocated for families' needs within the educational system and community services.
- Developed individualized service plans for each family served that outlined goals and objectives for the family's progress toward self-sufficiency.
- Facilitated workshops on child development issues such as discipline techniques, safety awareness, positive reinforcement methods.
Social Services Caseworker
Child Advocacy Center Mobile County
Mobile , Alabama
12.2015 - 11.2016
- Investigated reports of child abuse and neglect that involved extreme physical abuse, sexual abuse or death and made recommendations for social services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve service delivery standards.
- Created reports on client progress for use in court proceedings or other legal matters.
Acute Therapist
Baypointe Hospital
Mobile, Alabama
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for diverse patient populations.
- Assisted in crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts as needed.
Guidance Counselor
Mobile Christian School
Mobile , Alabama
07.2007 - 08.2011
- Evaluated students' academic and career plans to assist in setting realistic goals.
- Facilitated transition planning for students moving from elementary to middle school, middle to high school, and beyond.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success and address behavioral and academic concerns.
College Instructor
University Of South Alabama College
Mobile, Alabama
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Utilized student-centered teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.
- Used exams, quizzes, and projects to assess how well students grasped learning material and concepts.
Service Learning Coordinator
University of West Alabama
Livingston, Alabama
01.2005 - 06.2006
- Developed service learning programs to enhance student engagement and community involvement.
- Oversaw volunteer recruitment and training processes for various service activities.
College Instructor
University of West Alabama
Livingston, Alabama
01.2005 - 06.2006
- Promoted an atmosphere of respect for diversity in the classroom setting.
- Used exams, quizzes, and projects to assess how well students grasped learning material and concepts.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
Health Occupations Advisor
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS
08.2003 - 12.2004
- Advised students on academic pathways and program selection.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.
Kindergarten Teacher
St Patricks Catholic School
Meridian , MS
07.2002 - 07.2003
- Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
- Fostered an atmosphere of respect through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
Educational Talent Search Counselor
Newton City Schools
Newton, Mississippi
08.1998 - 05.2002
- Conducted financial aid, college, and career workshops for high school students.
- Led field trips to various colleges for students.
- Provided student support services for first-generation college students.
Children's Therapist
Weems Mental Health
Quitman , Mississippi
08.1996 - 08.1998
- Provided individual therapy, with options for family or group sessions.
- Responded to emergency and crisis situations calmly, rationally, and in accordance with agency policy and procedure.
- Provided appropriate therapeutic interventions using diverse counseling techniques and modalities.
Education
Ph.D. - Developmental Psychology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA06-2025
Ed.S. - Counselor Education
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS08-1998
Master of Science - Child And Family Studies
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS06-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS12-1994
Skills
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Child development
- Data collection and analysis
- Student assessment
- Emotional intelligence
- Collaborative learning
- Student relations
Timeline
Educational Specialist
Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education
09.2020 - Current
Head Start Family Advocate
Auburn University
11.2016 - 08.2020
Social Services Caseworker
Child Advocacy Center Mobile County
12.2015 - 11.2016
Acute Therapist
Baypointe Hospital
10.2014 - 12.2015
College Instructor
University Of South Alabama College
01.2008 - 12.2008
Guidance Counselor
Mobile Christian School
07.2007 - 08.2011
Service Learning Coordinator
University of West Alabama
01.2005 - 06.2006
College Instructor
University of West Alabama
01.2005 - 06.2006
Health Occupations Advisor
Meridian Community College
08.2003 - 12.2004
Kindergarten Teacher
St Patricks Catholic School
07.2002 - 07.2003
Educational Talent Search Counselor
Newton City Schools
08.1998 - 05.2002
Children's Therapist
Weems Mental Health
08.1996 - 08.1998
Ph.D. - Developmental Psychology
Liberty University
Ed.S. - Counselor Education
Mississippi State University
Master of Science - Child And Family Studies
University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Mississippi University For Women
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