Compassionate and intuitive professional with over 15 years of experience in mental health coaching and emotional support. Skilled in building strong rapport, actively listening, and guiding individuals through emotional and psychological challenges with empathy and practical strategies. Seeking to leverage coaching abilities into a dedicated Mental Health Coach role to apply a natural aptitude for fostering well-being.
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Malka Silverman
Chicago,US
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance
Coach and Educational Consultant
08.2024 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Work with high school students to build resumes, obtain internships, and coach them through mental health crises while encouraging them to pursue a lifestyle that fosters their best selves.
- Provide individual and family coaching, focusing on relationships, dating, and establishing systems for family success.
- Meet with students and individuals to help determine their next course of action in life.
- Collaborate with therapists to provide practical support to clients struggling with mental health and addiction.
- Coach teachers on strategies to identify and address the root causes of student issues.
Yeshivas Tiferes Tzvi at Chicago, Ill
Elementary School Principal
07.2022 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Oversaw Kindergarten through 4th grade, including grant management and teacher coaching.
- Successfully implemented and coached teachers on station rotation strategies to meet diverse student learning needs.
- Coached teachers on effective techniques and strategies to support all learners and create safe, structured classroom environments with strong classroom management.
- Utilized and coached teachers on Collaborative Problem Solving to support struggling students.
- Successfully implemented plans for at-risk students with behavioral challenges, enabling them to succeed in mainstream classrooms.
- Built strong relationships with administrators, teachers, staff, and students.
- Collaborated with a special education team and external professionals.
- Created systems for effective teacher and administration communication.
Yeshivas Tiferes Tzvi, Chicago, Ill
Educational Liaison
08.2021 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Facilitate Communication: Serve as the primary liaison, ensuring clear, empathetic communication among teachers, administration, and case managers for alignment on critical issues.
- Resolve Conflicts: Act as an impartial mediator, actively de-escalating interpersonal challenges and fostering mutual understanding and resolution among staff.
- Advocate & Support: Champion the needs of teachers, administration, and students (via case managers), bridging communication gaps to promote productive relationships and well-being.
- Develop Strategies: Design and implement communication strategies to improve information flow, reduce misunderstandings, and enhance cross-departmental collaboration.
- Solve Problems: Collaborate to identify and implement actionable solutions for emergent issues, including concerns related to workload, resources, and student challenges.
- Build Relationships: Cultivate strong, trusting relationships with teachers, administrators, and case managers to encourage open dialogue and cooperation.
- Cultivate Positive Environment: Actively contribute to a positive, respectful, and cohesive atmosphere throughout the school community.
Freelance
Instructional Coach
08.2020 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Mentored new teachers through their first year, guiding them in establishing procedures, routines, systems, and curriculum.
Epstein Hebrew Academy at St. Louis, MO
General Studies 3rd Grade Teacher & Resource Room
09.2015 - 06.2020
Job overview
- Implemented brain-based teaching, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Coached new teachers, improving instructional methods and classroom management.
- Taught reading and writing to students with learning disabilities, boosting literacy skills.
- Led school-wide testing and data analysis, optimizing educational strategies.
- Collaborated with parents and therapists, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Fostered strong partnerships with parents and therapists, enhancing student support systems and promoting holistic development.
- Implemented whole-brain teaching strategies, resulting in noticeable improvements in student engagement and academic performance.
- Developed and executed a sensory pathway initiative, improving classroom focus and reducing behavioral disruptions.
- Coached new teachers on effective instructional methods, cultivating a collaborative learning environment and boosting teaching confidence.
- Cultivated a collaborative classroom atmosphere, encouraging student participation and enhancing overall engagement.
- Implemented individualized learning plans for students, leading to marked improvements in academic performance and confidence.
Bais Yaakov Elementary School at Baltimore, MD
General Studies 3rd & 2nd Grade Teacher
09.2011 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Participated in ongoing writing and math workshops focusing on differentiated instruction (3rd Grade).
- Taught all content areas and significantly improved students' reading skills (2nd grade).
- Received weekly consultation on classroom management and curriculum development from an expert mentor (2nd Grade).
Education
Mercy CollegeDobbs Ferry, New York
Masters from Special Education
01.2012
University Overview
Thomas Edison/Me'Ohr Shana Bais
Bachelors of Science from Humanities
01.2010
University Overview
Skills
- Coaching
- Collaborative Problem Solving
- Crisis Support
- Motivational Interviewing
- Life Skills
- Holistic Wellness
- Career Counseling
- Vibrancy Facilitation
- Open-Hearted Listening
- Attuned Presence
- Youth mentor
- Group facilitation
Relevant Experience
Relevant Experience
Self-Employed / Community Engagement, Mental Health Coach (Informal Peer Support), Provided confidential, empathetic, and non-judgmental support to over 40 individuals navigating stress, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, and significant life transitions., Actively listened and established trust to understand individual challenges, emotional needs, and personal goals, fostering a safe space for vulnerability., Guided individuals in developing effective coping mechanisms, stress reduction techniques, and emotional regulation skills, promoting long-term well-being., Facilitated constructive conversations to explore underlying thought patterns and behavioral triggers, empowering self-awareness and positive behavioral change., Offered practical advice, consistent encouragement, and accountability, leading to reported improvements in daily functioning, mood, and overall life satisfaction among individuals coached., Served as a trusted confidant and reliable resource for emotional support within personal and professional networks, demonstrating strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Timeline
Coach and Educational Consultant
Freelance
08.2024 - 06.2025
Elementary School Principal
Yeshivas Tiferes Tzvi at Chicago, Ill
07.2022 - 07.2024
Educational Liaison
Yeshivas Tiferes Tzvi, Chicago, Ill
08.2021 - 07.2022
Instructional Coach
Freelance
08.2020 - 08.2021
General Studies 3rd Grade Teacher & Resource Room
Epstein Hebrew Academy at St. Louis, MO
09.2015 - 06.2020
General Studies 3rd & 2nd Grade Teacher
Bais Yaakov Elementary School at Baltimore, MD
09.2011 - 06.2015
Thomas Edison/Me'Ohr Shana Bais
Bachelors of Science from Humanities
Mercy College
Masters from Special Education
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