Michael Cook
Placement Counselor, Adult Education at Ventura Adult and Continuing Education- Claim this Profile
Click to upgrade to our gold package
for the full feature experience.
Topline Score
Bio
Credentials
-
Career Technical Education Teaching Credential Information and Communication Technologies
California Department of EducationMay, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
SHRM Foundation’s Veterans at Work Certificate
SHRM FoundationDec, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Computer Technology 7-12 Initial Certificate; School Attendance Teacher Provisional Certificate
New York State Education DepartmentJan, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Coordinator of Work-Based Learning Programs for Career Development
New York State Education DepartmentJan, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Initial Educator- 090 & 098 - OCCUPATIONAL SUBJECT: INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY
Connecticut State Department of EducationJul, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Cisco Academy Instructor
Cisco Networking AcademyMar, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician
CompTIAJun, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
ISO 20000 Foundation
itSMF USAFeb, 2012- Oct, 2024 -
Information Technology Infrastructure Library ® v3 Intermediate Service Strategy
PEOPLECERT GroupSep, 2011- Oct, 2024 -
Information Technology Infrastructure Library Foundations (ITIL v3)
PEOPLECERT GroupApr, 2011- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA A ce
CompTIADec, 2012- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Network ce
CompTIAJan, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
CompTIA Security ce
CompTIAFeb, 2013- Oct, 2024 -
Information Technology Infrastructure Library ® v3 Intermediate Continual Service Improvement
- -
Information Technology Infrastructure Library ® v3 Intermediate Service Design
- -
Information Technology Infrastructure Library ® v3 Intermediate Service Operations
-
Experience
-
Ventura Adult and Continuing Education
-
United States
-
Higher Education
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Placement Counselor, Adult Education
-
Aug 2022 - Present
Implements student job placement program. Prepares students to enter the job market by teaching work-readiness skills. Works with students to identify employment opportunities and secure employment. Develops relationships with potential employers and maintains placement and labor market data.My key responsibilities included:• Present Job Readiness Workshops, including job application preparation, resume writing, job search skills, interview techniques, interview follow-up, salary negotiation, and work ethics.• Assist students in developing resumes and cover letters, completing job applications, and practicing job interviews.• Teach job search skills emphasizing social media, online job search engines, identification of potential employers, and cold calling techniques.• Build sustainable relationships with current and potential employers through various marketing initiatives.• Refer students and graduates to job leads and intern/externships.• Document employer contacts, placements, and follow-ups with prospective employers and staffing agencies regarding interviews and job offers.• Provide a “public face” of the organization and programs, including local Chambers of Commerce and Employer Advisory Council.
-
-
-
Dutchess BOCES
-
United States
-
Public Relations and Communications Services
-
100 - 200 Employee
-
Job Placement Specialist/Work-Based Learning Coordinator
-
Oct 2018 - Jun 2022
In this role, I identify employment opportunities for students, build strong relationships with hiring authorities, and advocate for students. I create entry-level positions in line with students' qualifications and perform labor market analysis. I also collaborate with teaching staff on student skills assessment, liaise with Guidance Counselors, evaluate students' job suitability, and ensure the success of job placements.My key accomplishments include:• Successfully placed 173 students in part-time jobs or internships during the school year 2018-19.• Secured partnerships with 52 businesses that sponsored students for employment and internship opportunities.• Updated articulation agreements for thirteen trade programs in collaboration with 15 post-secondary institutions.
-
-
-
Poughkeepsie High School
-
United States
-
Primary and Secondary Education
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
ETECH- Coordinator of Work Based Learning
-
May 2017 - Oct 2018
During this tenure, I managed career development services for students and secured business/education partnerships. I liaised with school staff and ensured seamless students' transition into the workplace. I created project-based learning opportunities in collaboration with school and industry stakeholders. I facilitated on-site workplace learning experiences, set learning objectives, administered schedules, and oversaw school logistics. I also hired volunteers, designed pre/post-work activities for students as well as teachers, and coordinated internships. Finally, I collaborated with industry partners on student selection for individual placements, evaluated students/managers, and performed follow-ups with students, teachers, and managers.My key accomplishments included:• Designed workplace learning curriculum, boosting learning capabilities.• Led the development of assessment tools for workplace competencies and technical skills.• Provided career exploration courses to 250 students.
-
-
-
Waterbury Public Schools
-
United States
-
Education Administration Programs
-
100 - 200 Employee
-
Information Technology Teacher
-
Aug 2015 - May 2017
Here I taught Information Technology and ensured optimum preparation of 9-12 grade students for a career in IT. I coached students on The CompTIA A+, Network+ certification, and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL). I compiled progress reports, performed grading, and held parent conferences. I developed personal learning plans, performed score assessments, and evaluated student work. I also devised instructional strategies, designed enrichment activities, and revised student programs. Finally, I coordinated regional field trips, built relationships with Advisory Teachers and School Counselor, and monitored students' progress.My key accomplishments included:• Optimized curriculum and improved lesson presentation, boosting student understanding and driving student engagement.• Enabled 11 students to pass the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam.• Joined the CompTIA's Academy Partner Program and assisted schools with recruiting, training, certifying, and upgrading students' IT skills.• Obtained certification as an Approved CompTIA Anywhere Proctor.
-
-
-
Housatonic Community College
-
United States
-
Higher Education
-
100 - 200 Employee
-
Lecturer
-
Sep 2014 - Aug 2016
Provided quality training to prepare students for the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certification exams. Provided students with a written course syllabus and evaluated the instructional process in order to continually improve learning. My key accomplishments included:• Participated in student development by recommending books/materials and revising curricula as needed.• Utilized a collaborative process and knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles to incorporate diversity in instruction.• Leveraged technology to facilitate learning, maintained accurate and complete course records and promoted CompTIA A+, Network+ and Security+ courses to recruit students.
-
-
-
Simplilearn
-
United States
-
E-Learning Providers
-
700 & Above Employee
-
Contract Trainer
-
Nov 2013 - Aug 2015
I taught IT certification training courses as well as quality management and technology certification. I also addressed queries on online discussion forums and provided expertise on CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and ITIL Foundation.My key accomplishments included:• Trained over 200 information professionals on Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITILv3), recording a 98% first-time pass rate. I taught IT certification training courses as well as quality management and technology certification. I also addressed queries on online discussion forums and provided expertise on CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and ITIL Foundation.My key accomplishments included:• Trained over 200 information professionals on Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITILv3), recording a 98% first-time pass rate.
-
-
Education
-
-
King's College
Graduate Certificate, Principal Certification -
-
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Master of Science in Education, Career & Technical Education -
-
Strayer University
Master of Education, Technology Integration -
-
Faulkner University
Bachelor of Science, Human Resources Management -
-
State University of New York College at Buffalo
Graduate certificate, Work-based Learning Coordinator -
-
Villanova University
Masters Certificate, Advanced Information Assurance and Security – Government -
-
Villanova University
Masters Certificate, Information Technology Project Management
Community
