Kari Kocian
Summerville,South Carolina
Summary
NBHWC-certified health coach with formal training and practical experience in facilitating sustainable behavior change. Expertise in integrating evidence-based coaching methodologies into parenting programs. Proficient in motivational interviewing, client-centered goal setting, and strengths-based support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Peer Health Coach
Community-Based Health Coaching
Summerville, South Carolina
10.2025 - Current
- Facilitate individualized wellness sessions to support peers in setting and achieving personal health goals.
- Apply motivational interviewing techniques to explore behavior change and enhance self-efficacy
- Provide accountability support through regular check-ins, progress tracking, and positive reinforcement.
- Co-develop action plans focused on nutrition, physical activity, pre-diabetes, stress management, and sleep hygiene.
- Offer empathetic listening and guidance rooted in coaching principles, such as active listening and a growth mindset.
- Utilize coaching frameworks, such as setting up SMART goals, to help peers overcome barriers and maintain long-term wellness habits.
Parent and Family Engagement Liaison
Dorchester School District 2
Summerville, South Carolina
10.2023 - Current
- Design and execute Story Time programs aligned with early childhood development milestones.
- Coordinate family needs for services and resources through effective communication.
- Collaborate within an educational team to deliver essential services to families.
- Maintain logs of engagement metrics and resource usage to enhance program evaluation.
- Plan and execute community outreach events to boost program visibility.
- Utilize active listening and empathy to engage students effectively.
- Coach parents using motivational interviewing techniques to support family wellness.
Site Coordinator
Captain Electric LLC
Charleston, South Carolina
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Communicated effectively with home builders and site managers about ongoing and upcoming projects.
- Scheduled homeowner warranty appointments to ensure timely service.
- Developed strong relationships with homeowners through active listening and empathy.
- Resolved issues promptly, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Managed tasks efficiently in high-stress environments.
- Created work orders using company software for site managers.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Bethany Child Development Center
Summerville, South Carolina
08.2014 - 05.2020
- Assisted in developing and executing lesson plans for children aged three to four.
- Fostered consistent progress among children, celebrating milestones similar to coaching frameworks.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with team members, administration, parents, and guardians.
- Tracked daily activities in compliance with DSS licensing requirements.
Education
Bachelor in Community Rehabilitation And Disability Studies -
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta Canada 06-2000
Skills
- Motivational interviewing
- Wellness coaching
- Action planning
- Health assessment
- Goal setting
- Community outreach
Certification
Health Coach Certification through Mindbodygreen Health Coaching program
Volunteer Work
- GiGi's Playhouse - support individuals with Down Syndrome and their families with programs and events by supporting program execution, plan and facilitate activates in a welcoming environment.
Timeline
Peer Health Coach
Community-Based Health Coaching
10.2025 - Current
Parent and Family Engagement Liaison
Dorchester School District 2
10.2023 - Current
Site Coordinator
Captain Electric LLC
06.2021 - 09.2023
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Bethany Child Development Center
08.2014 - 05.2020
Bachelor in Community Rehabilitation And Disability Studies -
University of Calgary