Martin Okereke
Greenville,SC
Summary
Seeking a challenging position as an Adjunct Instructor to share my knowledge and enable students to achieve academic goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Girls Soccer Head Coach
Carolina High School
Greenville, SC
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student athlete academic performance by closely monitoring progress, utilizing grade checks, study halls, and effective techniques.
- Tailored coaching techniques to optimize athlete performance by focusing on their strengths and weaknesses.
- Enhanced team performance through the use of video analysis tools, evaluating and refining both collective strategies and individual skills.
Counseling and Mentorship
Private Practice, ETSU
Greenville, SC
08.2022 - Current
- Delivered valuable support and instruction in a higher education environment
- Supported clients in enhancing relationship-building abilities by providing training on communication skills and conflict resolution techniques.
- Tailored therapeutic intervention plans to address individual clients' needs.
- Educated patients on available community resources.
Boy Soccer Head Coach (2006/2007, 2008 Boys)
United FC-Furman
Greenville, SC
08.2022 - Current
- Taught strategic training programs to enhance player skills
- Utilized networking strategies to identify and bring in skilled team members, contributing to program growth.
- Assisted athletes with the development of mental skills including focus, concentration, motivation, discipline, and goal setting.
- Provided feedback on player performances after each game or practice session.
Boys Assistant Coach (volunteer)
Presbyterian College
Clinton, SC
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Conducted team building activities and workshops to enhance communication, collaboration, and productivity
- Enhanced program support by actively engaging in community and media relations via various communication platforms
- Established a training environment focused on fostering team unity and camaraderie, resulting in increased productivity.
Math and Social Studies Teacher
Dee Jewels Secondary School
Lagos, Nigeria
09.2012 - 12.2016
- Provided prompt and thorough grading of assignments for social studies and math classes, offering constructive feedback to enhance student learning.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, fostering a collaborative classroom environment.
- Utilized a variety of instructional strategies, including lectures, discussions, and project-based learning, to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Established and enforced clear class objectives and requirements to promote consistent education for students.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
East Tennessee State University
01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Claretian Institute of Philosophy
01.2014
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Critical Thinking
- Student-Centered Learning
- Behavior Management
- Group and individual instruction
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- BLS, 2024
References
References upon request
Timeline
Girls Soccer Head Coach
Carolina High School
01.2024 - Current
Counseling and Mentorship
Private Practice, ETSU
08.2022 - Current
Boy Soccer Head Coach (2006/2007, 2008 Boys)
United FC-Furman
08.2022 - Current
Boys Assistant Coach (volunteer)
Presbyterian College
01.2021 - 05.2021
Math and Social Studies Teacher
Dee Jewels Secondary School
09.2012 - 12.2016
Master of Arts - Counseling
East Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
Claretian Institute of Philosophy