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Curtis Boyd Jr

Columbia,SC

Summary

Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Adept at utilizing data analysis to provide insights into HR initiatives. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Academic Success Coach

Benedict College
07.2014 - 11.2017
  • Academic Advising: Provide one-on-one guidance and academic advising to students, helping them choose appropriate courses, set academic goals, and develop personalized academic plans.
  • Student Support: Offer guidance and support to students facing academic challenges, such as time management, study skills, and test-taking strategies. Help students develop effective learning strategies.
  • Monitoring Progress: Track students' academic progress, attendance, and performance, and identify potential issues or areas of improvement.
  • Goal Setting: Assist students in setting both short-term and long-term academic and career goals. Help them create action plans to achieve these goals.
  • Resource Referral: Connect students with on-campus and off-campus resources, such as tutoring services, career counseling, mental health support, and academic workshops.
  • Retention Strategies: Implement strategies and interventions to improve student retention and success rates. Identify at-risk students and develop plans to address their needs.
  • Data Analysis: Analyze data related to student performance and outcomes to inform decision-making and develop effective intervention strategies.
  • Workshops and Seminars: Organize and conduct workshops, seminars, and group sessions on topics related to academic success, study skills, time management, and other relevant subjects.
  • Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to coordinate support efforts for students. Collaborate with other departments to ensure a holistic approach to student success.
  • Documentation: Keep detailed records of student interactions, academic plans, and progress assessments. Prepare reports on student success and intervention outcomes.
  • Personal Development: Encourage personal and professional development by providing guidance on leadership opportunities, extracurricular involvement, and community engagement.
  • Adaptive Support: Tailor support strategies to meet the unique needs of individual students, taking into consideration their academic backgrounds, learning styles, and challenges.
  • Crisis Intervention: Address and provide support for students facing crises or emergencies that may impact their academic performance or well-being.
  • Professional Development: Stay informed about best practices in academic advising and student support services through ongoing professional development and training.
  • Assessment and Evaluation: Participate in the assessment and evaluation of academic support programs and services to ensure their effectiveness and make improvements as needed.

Music Teacher/Lead Teacher

Auntie Karen Foundation
06.2015 - Current
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
  • Mentored students of different ages and backgrounds in music theory, composition and performance.
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
  • Tailored instruction to meet individual student needs and cultivated inclusive learning environment.
  • Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
  • Introduced new software into classrooms, enhancing student comprehension and improving test scores.

Soul Coach/Empowerment Coach

Secret Energy
05.2019 - Current


- To foster a positive and supportive environment for teachers.
- Utilized my skills in guiding individuals towards personal and spiritual growth to motivate teachers and help them align with their professional goals.
- Applied my knowledge in mindfulness and reflection practices to assist teachers in managing stress and maintaining focus.
- Used my expertise in setting and achieving goals to help teachers develop and implement success strategies in their classrooms.
- Continually expanded my knowledge in various educational fields to provide comprehensive and relevant guidance to teachers.
- Facilitated transformative experiences that helped teachers align with their highest purpose in education.

Education

Master of Arts - Ethnomusicology

Kenyatta University
Nairobi Kenya

Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance

Benedict College
Columbia, SC
08.2007

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Excellent Communication
  • Flexible and Adaptable

Certification

  • Microsoft AI Skills Initiative Professional Certificate , Microsoft - August 2023

Languages

Swahili
Elementary

Timeline

Soul Coach/Empowerment Coach

Secret Energy
05.2019 - Current

Music Teacher/Lead Teacher

Auntie Karen Foundation
06.2015 - Current

Academic Success Coach

Benedict College
07.2014 - 11.2017

Master of Arts - Ethnomusicology

Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance

Benedict College
Curtis Boyd Jr