Mashaundra M. Steele
Smiths Station,USA
Summary
Dynamic Career Skills Program Counselor with Choctaw Global, LLC, adept at developing personalized career transition plans and enhancing educator effectiveness. Proven expertise in budget management and public speaking, fostering open communication and collaboration to empower clients in achieving their professional goals. Committed to promoting diversity and community outreach initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career Skills Program Counselor/Instructor Supervisor
Choctaw Global, LLC
Durant, OK
06.2025 - Current
- Facilitate support groups for clients to encourage open communication and sharing on the job training information for military personnel
- Provide individualized career coaching and guidance to professionals transitioning into new industries or roles
- Develop personalized career transition plans for clients, outlining specific steps and resources needed to achieve their goals
- Developed training programs to enhance teaching methodologies and educator effectiveness to military personnel
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' skills, interests, and values to identify suitable career options
- Collaborate with hiring managers and recruiters to stay updated on industry trends and job market demands
- Utilize online platforms and databases to research potential job opportunities for clients in various industries
- Collaborate with other professionals such as psychologists or counselors when additional support is required for clients' emotional well-being during the transition period and ensured service members were assigned internships
- Stay up-to-date with current labor market information including salary ranges, industry growth projections, emerging occupations etc.
- Establish partnerships with local businesses/organizations offering internships or apprenticeships relevant to clients' desired fields according to the Department of War
- Develop individualized program plans to meet client needs and goals effectively
Education and Career Advisor
Zeiders Enterprises
Woodbridge, VA
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered individualized career support to military spouses by exploring their career interests, finding education and financial assistance opportunities, developed career plans, and connected them to employment opportunities through Military Spouse Education and Career Opportunities (SECO) Coaching Services
- Provided support to military spouses through the Military OneSource Military Spouse Education and Career Opportunities (SECO) Program
- Provided recommendations regarding opportunities for online and distance education and training; educated military spouses on the understanding of Federal, state and local occupational licensing, and provided credentialing information for select career fields
- Department of War (prior to contract change)
Transfer Counselor
Columbus State University
Columbus, GA
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided professional training and development presentations to a diverse group of students, faculty, and staff inquiries regarding transfer credit and admissions decisions
- Processed accurate transfer credit evaluations for all students within the established deadlines and made determination on course applicability to degree requirements
- Prepared transient permission letters for Columbus State University students who wish to take a limited number of courses at another institution for one term
- Processed non-traditional sources of credit such as Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and military service credit
- Worked collaboratively as part of the Enrollment Management staff and supported the Enrollment Services Center when scheduled
- Provided resources and direction for college-wide employee development process, hiring, coaching, counseling and career development conversations
McKinney-Vento Program Manager/Homeless Liaison Designee
Muscogee County School District
Columbus, GA
09.2018 - 08.2023
- Supervised assigned personnel (e.g., planning, scheduling coordinating activities, training, advising, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring their department and individual performance objectives are met
- Recommended policies, procedures and/or actions (e.g., budget adjustments, journal entries, purchasing approvals, etc.) for the purpose of providing directions for meeting the district's goals and objectives
- Demonstrated knowledge of respect for cultural differences; educated others on the value of diversity; promoted, built and cultivated a diverse workforce community. In addition, I responded to inquiries and disputes regarding a variety of procedures and requirements (e.g., McKinney-Vento standard operating procedures, expenditure procedures, record keeping requirements, reimbursements, contracted services, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or resolving problems
- Wrote and maintained the Georgia Department of Education (GaDoe) competitive grants for the school district. Assisted supervisor in allocating funding including ordering school supplies, school uniforms, and college programs in compliance with the Georgia Department of Education (GaDoe) policy and procedures
- Scheduled college/career fairs, meetings, webinars, conferences, parent trainings, staff engagement, and community outreach training with local stakeholders to include Georgia/Alabama Workforce- Department of Labor
Education
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
Excelsior University
Albany, New YorkBachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
Baker College
Flint, MichiganSkills
- Curriculum design
- Instructional strategies
- Assessment development
- Personalized learning
- Transition planning
- Enrollment management
- Grant Writing
- Outreach initiatives
- Budget Management/Allocation
- PeopleSoft
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Public Speaking
- Career Coach/Mentoring
- Case Management
- Leadership/Management
Certification
Career Development Facilitator
National Career Development Association (NCDA), Career Skills Program Counselor Certification (CSP)
National Career Development Association (NCDA), Career Skills Program Counselor Certification (CSP)
Timeline
Career Skills Program Counselor/Instructor Supervisor
Choctaw Global, LLC
06.2025 - Current
Education and Career Advisor
Zeiders Enterprises
08.2024 - 07.2025
Transfer Counselor
Columbus State University
09.2023 - 09.2024
McKinney-Vento Program Manager/Homeless Liaison Designee
Muscogee County School District
09.2018 - 08.2023
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
Excelsior University
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources Management
Baker College