Jacoba Durrell
Global Career Services Facilitator | Associate Director | Career Counseling & Coaching | Experiential Learning | First- Year Experience | Software Administrator | Software Training
- Role
- Adjunct Instructor at Point University
- Location
- Auburn, AL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jacoba Durrell
With over a decade of experience in higher education, I bring a dynamic blend of skills spanning virtual college instruction, career development, corporate partnership cultivation, and technology integration. My expertise lies in fostering student engagement and success while creating innovative career pathways aligned with evolving industry needs.Having taught online courses in Business Communication and Management, I have developed a strong ability to connect with students virtually and ensure meaningful, outcomes-driven learning. As a Global Career Development Facilitator, I design effective job search strategies, facilitate career readiness programs, and specialize in social media presence and personal branding.My background includes managing daily operations and budgets for career services, leading workshops, seminars, career fairs, and national webinars, and overseeing career resources such as the career library, website, and job listings. I have also contributed to strategic planning and performance action plans that have enhanced departmental efficiency and service delivery.A distinctive part of my professional identity is my ability to merge higher education leadership with intentional program and technology development. I have integrated educational technology into the classroom to elevate engagement and learning outcomes. Additionally, I have served on a regional technology team, helping administer virtual conferences and strengthen social media outreach through marketing analysis.I am passionate about building professional learning pathways and cultivating partnerships that expand opportunities for student placement and workforce readiness.I invite you to connect and explore how we can collaborate to support academic success and meaningful career development.
Experience
Adjunct Instructor
Aug 2022 — Present · West Point, GA, US
Teach virtual college courses for online students in the College of Business. Classes taught:Business CommunicationsPriniciples of ManagementFirst Year Experience
Education
Troy University
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Management
2007 — 2009
Auburn University
Master of Education (MEd), Business and Marketing Education
2016 — 2017
Troy University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Finance, General
2005 — 2007
Auburn University
Doctor of Education (Ph.D), Career and Technical Education
2017 — 2020
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