Joe Bateki
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic Senior Academic Advisor with a proven track record in developing personalized academic strategies and coordinating retention activities. Skilled in multicultural competence and career advising, dedicated to enhancing student engagement and success.
Overview
2
2
Languages
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Academic Advisor
Houston Community College Northwest
Houston, TX
2013.09 - 2021.09
- Developed personalized academic strategies to boost student success and engagement.
- Coordinated retention activities, including early-alert initiatives, to enhance student engagement and support.
- Advised diverse students on class scheduling and enrollment to align with individual academic goals.
- Advised on transfer processes and options for various degree programs effectively.
- Supported counselors in program development and community outreach to strengthen student services.
Counselor
Houston Community College Northwest
Houston, Texas
2002.09 - 2013.08
- Facilitated individual and group counseling for students facing academic challenges, enhancing their coping strategies and academic performance.
- Worked as a career counselor for Northwest College, administering and interpreting career and personality inventories while referring students to suitable degree programs.
- Performed academic and career assessments to pinpoint student needs, guiding them towards appropriate resources and support services.
- Designed and led orientation programs to aid student adjustment to college life, fostering a supportive community and encouraging engagement.
- Acted as the International Students liaison, providing international student advising and processing Form I-20s for prospective international students.
Academic Advisor
Houston Community College Central
Houston, Texas
1998.09 - 2002.09
- Served as one of five founding academic advisors at Houston Community College, assisting students in navigating their educational journey.
- Provided academic advisement to students on degree requirements, course selection and university policies.
- Advised students on academic programs and course selection.
- Presented students with information and resources to promote academic progress and empowered students to take responsibility for academic success.
- Advised students on a variety of issues, including financial aid opportunities, tutoring services and study abroad programs.
- Collaborated with faculty members to ensure that students were meeting all necessary prerequisites for courses.
- Monitored student attendance and grades in database to verify retention and progression.
- Reviewed and interpreted placement and other standardized test scores.
- Coordinated with other campus services to support student needs.
Education
Doctor of Education - Counselor Education
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX2001-05
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX1990-05
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
Texas Southern University
Houston, TXSkills
- Student retention strategies
- Student career guidance
- Degree program knowledge
- Proficiency in [software]
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Active listening
- Group facilitation
- Cultural competence
Languages
English
Professional
French
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Senior Academic Advisor
Houston Community College Northwest
2013.09 - 2021.09
Counselor
Houston Community College Northwest
2002.09 - 2013.08
Academic Advisor
Houston Community College Central
1998.09 - 2002.09
Doctor of Education - Counselor Education
Texas Southern University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Management
Texas Southern University
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
Texas Southern University