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Overview
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Nicole King

Montgomery,AL

Summary

Entry- level social work student enrolled at Alabama State University obtaining my BSW, garnering a strong community advocacy background with women and children. Extensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems that impact marginalized communities. Notable active listing, organizing, cultural competence, boundary setting, patience, collaboration and leadership skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Curly Hair Educator | Racial Solidarity Training

My Coily Perfection- 501-C3
Montgomery, AL
03.2022 - Current
  • Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
  • Encouraged positive self-esteem and mutual respect for others while instilling joy of learning and discovery.
  • Cultural Sensitivity training for parents within the Transracial Adoption and Foster Care communities
  • Science of Black Hair care styling education for parents and children with tightly coiled hair
  • Community events fostering hands on training and discussions on the history of black hair care in America

Curl Artist | Natural Hair Educator

Tre'ss Bien Salon LLC
Montgomery, PA
10.2015 - Current
  • Addressed client concerns and worked together to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Led classes in community to help individuals embrace creativity and develop artistic skills.
  • Managed social media accounts for the studio by creating content and responding to inquiries from customers.

Women and Children Special Events Coordinator

Common Ground Montgomery
Montgomery, AL
08.2007 - 12.2018
  • Coordinated and managed events for middle schoolers in West Montgomery and those who lived in the Gibbs Village Housing Authority
  • Abstinence/ Safe Sex training for Middle and High Schoolers
  • Life Skills group meet ups
  • Bible Study Cordinator for women and children
  • Creator of Intramural Activities for elementary and middle school girls (cheerleading, dance teams,etc)
  • Community Garden creator - Seeds Of Hope - educating and teaching families in West Montgomery the importance of health food choices and gardening

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Alabama State University
Montgomery, AL

Skills

  • Program Development
  • Student Relations
  • Lesson Planning
  • Peer Mentoring
  • Parent Interaction
  • Curriculum Development
  • Student Motivation
  • Data Collection and Analysis
  • Client Advocacy
  • Client Rights Advocacy
  • Community Resource Knowledge
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Problem-Solving
  • Self Motivation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Community Outreach Expert
  • Active Listening
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Decision-Making
  • Interpersonal Communication

Affiliations

  • Gardening
  • Dancing
  • Reading
  • Researching
  • Hospitality

Accomplishments

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  • Social Media Chair | Event Coordinator - AssociaSaukiof Black Social Workers
  • Author - Sauki- A Textured Hair Guide for Parents of Children with Natural Hair
  • Whitney Young Social Work Club
  • My Coily Perfection - Non- Profit Founder

Certification

  • Licensed Cosmetologist - 2015
  • Cut It Kinky Certification - Curly Hair Expert
  • Be The Bridge - Racial Solidarity Certification Training

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Curly Hair Educator | Racial Solidarity Training

My Coily Perfection- 501-C3
03.2022 - Current

Curl Artist | Natural Hair Educator

Tre'ss Bien Salon LLC
10.2015 - Current

Women and Children Special Events Coordinator

Common Ground Montgomery
08.2007 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

Alabama State University
Nicole King