CHRISTINA GIACOBBE
Summary
Dedicated and knowledgeable higher education professional with extensive experience in college counseling and guiding high school students through the college application process. Possesses a strong understanding of student financial aid processes and has a proven track record of providing effective counseling to students. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills enable successful collaboration with students and their families. Draws on prior experience in college admissions and counseling to support students in achieving their academic and career goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Company Owner
Crimson Coaching Center
09.2018 - 03.2023
- Created, implemented and launched a successful College Admissions Center to provide outstanding mentorship and a supportive environment for high school students to gain admission to their selected college
- Framed the admissions process including college choices, financial aid, merit scholarships, essay preparation and submission deadlines
- Connected with admission teams at various colleges to build relationships and manage ongoing relationships
- Fostered a culture focused on positivity and student satisfaction, relationship building and understanding their needs
- Served as one of the few counselors who understands a student's IEP and creates a tutoring curriculum based on their individual disability, also allaying parents' concerns about the transition to college
- Performed mock interviews and shared ways to further improve the outcome
- Facilitated and supported editing admissions essays and all additional required college application essays
- Built and maintained rapport with parents through active listening and clear communication
- Engaged in active listening; allowing each student to feel heard and valued as they navigate through the pathway of college admissions
Higher Education Specialist/English Professor
Kean University
09.1999 - 06.2017
- Evaluated new materials and implemented innovative instructional strategies to improve learning outcomes for the twenty first century learner
- Helped students of all skill levels explore the assigned literary works and present themes through lectures and class discussions
- Assessed student learning and understanding of the material with tests, quizzes and essay assignments
- Developed materials and syllabi to cover the required information for World Literature courses and Composition & Rhetoric
- Worked closely with students to promote the development of advanced abilities and knowledge
- Served on English Department committees to improve the quality of instruction and was asked to be a part of the reconstruction of the Composition & Rhetoric curriculum which is still used today
- Assisted in delivering staff development training in curriculum changes through workshops
- Utilized office hours to help struggling students with coursework and test preparation strategies and discussed their overall feelings about their experience
- Worked effectively with differing racial, ethnic, socio-economic, linguistic, and disability groups
- EEO Summer Program Counselor and Instructor
- Provided targeted advice on educational problems, including what courses to select, how to schedule their classes and effective career planning
- Conducted one-on-one conferences with students to evaluate individual needs and offer feedback on areas needing improvement and methods to address shortcomings
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Designed and developed instructional activities using data from student learning style assessments.
- Led committee creating school-wide assessments and producing exams used throughout English department.
- Conducted intensive summer courses in analysis of English texts.
- Served on academic committees focused on enhancing departmental policies, reinforcing standards for tenure review processes.
- Led workshops on writing techniques and strategies, empowering students to become more confident and effective communicators.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum, leading to higher quality course offerings and improved student satisfaction.
- Delivered quarterly qualitative and quantitative feedback.
- Conducted thorough research on various subjects, resulting in engaging lectures that promoted critical thinking among students.
- Taught courses in academic writing, creative writing and literature.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in the field of English literature and pedagogy.
- Implemented peer-review sessions within coursework, allowing students to gain valuable editing skills while improving their own writing abilities.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources in lessons.
- Led ongoing education seminars for faculty members.
- Mentored and guided students during office hours, helping them overcome academic challenges and achieve success in their studies.
- Advised undergraduate students on course selection and career planning, supporting their overall educational goals as an English major or minor.
- Promoted a culture of academic integrity by clearly communicating expectations regarding plagiarism and proper citation techniques.
- Contributed to departmental meetings and initiatives, fostering a collegial atmosphere and promoting shared goals among faculty members.
- Used effective teaching techniques and learning strategies in translating lesson plans into productive student learning experiences
Education
M. ED. - CURRICULUM AND TEACHING, Certified Reading Specialist
Fordham University Graduate School of Education
New York, NYBACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH LITERATURE
St.John's University
Jamaica, NYSkills
- Customer relations
- Personnel management
- Team management
- Recruiting and training
- Marketing
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Strategic Decision-making
- Coaching and mentoring
Certification
Harvard University 2015-2017
Cambridge MA
Postgraduate Certification in Business Communications
Timeline
Company Owner
Crimson Coaching Center
09.2018 - 03.2023
Higher Education Specialist/English Professor
Kean University
09.1999 - 06.2017
M. ED. - CURRICULUM AND TEACHING, Certified Reading Specialist
Fordham University Graduate School of Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH LITERATURE
St.John's University
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