Kelly Barlow
Gloucester City,NJ
Summary
Passionate Instructor/Counselor with experience implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive instruction and observation.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Day Manager/Instructor
Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts
08.2019 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction promptly and pleasantly responding to questions, concerns, and requests.
- Contacted daily leads providing vital information on our programs and setting up trial classes.
- Taught Kickboxing and Jiu Jitsu to children ages 7-13 encouraging concepts such as focus and discipline to promote self confidence and the ability to protect themselves from bullies.
- Taught Kickboxing to adults of all ages stressing the importance of physical fitness and how it pertains to overall health.
- Engaged in counseling/therapeutic meetings touching on a variety of different topics providing an emotional outlet to any student in need.
Student Services Counselor
Art Institute Of Philadelphia
11.2008 - 06.2012
- Enhanced client progress by utilizing evidence-based counseling techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions for increased social support and skill-building opportunities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
Academic Advisor
Russell Conwell Center At Temple University
06.1999 - 11.2006
- Enhanced student success by developing and implementing comprehensive academic plans.
- Improved retention rates by providing personalized guidance to students at various stages of their academic journey.
- Promoted a positive learning environment with effective communication and collaborative problem-solving strategies.
- Assisted students in identifying career goals and aligning them with appropriate academic programs.
- Provided ongoing support for students experiencing academic difficulties, resulting in improved performance.
- Organized workshops and seminars to further enhance student skills and knowledge in relevant areas.
- Collaborated with faculty members to develop targeted interventions for academically at-risk students.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling/Higher Education Administration
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ06.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Sociology
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05.1995
Skills
- Customer Service
- Effective Communication
- Scheduling
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Goal Setting
Certification
Certified Third Level Martial Arts Instructor (Joshu)
Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts
Dedicated 13 years of discipline and hard work to earn my black belt in Mixed Martial Arts (Kickboxing and Jiu Jitsu) at the age of 48 years old.
Timeline
Day Manager/Instructor
Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts
08.2019 - Current
Student Services Counselor
Art Institute Of Philadelphia
11.2008 - 06.2012
Academic Advisor
Russell Conwell Center At Temple University
06.1999 - 11.2006
Master of Arts - Counseling/Higher Education Administration
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education/Sociology
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Certified Third Level Martial Arts Instructor (Joshu)
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