Matthew K.

About Matthew K.

I’m a dedicated Career Development Coach with a passion for supporting learners and job seekers as they navigate the modern workforce. With a background in coaching, recruiting, and training, I’ve worked across a wide range of industries to help individuals find direction, build confidence, and achieve their goals.I thrive in roles that combine mentorship, systems thinking, and creativity—and I bring a strong commitment to communication, equity, and impact. I’m especially passionate about leveraging AI and digital tools to enhance the job search experience, helping people feel more empowered and efficient as they take their next steps.My coaching style is grounded, people-centered, and results-driven, with a focus on empowering others to find momentum in their own journeys. I’m drawn to environments that value collaboration, thoughtful growth, and purpose-driven work.

Experience

1. Career Services Advisor

   Kable Academy

   Oct 2024 — Present · Blue Ash, OH, US

   Coach and mentor a cohort of 30–40 active students and over 60+ alumni from highly diverse backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities, career changers, recent grads, and those supported through state-funded workforce programsLead 1:1 coaching sessions, resume workshops, LinkedIn optimizations, and job search strategy meetings tailored to each student’s unique needs and goalsDesign and manage a structured Google Classroom for both full-time (12-week) and part-time (24-week) cohorts, providing scalable, digestible content on career readiness, soft skills, and professional developmentDeliver live Zoom and Microsoft Teams classes weekly, integrating role play, mock interviews, and interactive Q&A to support job search confidenceLeverage AI tools (e.g, ChatGPT, job search automation tools) to help students generate optimized resumes, cover letters, and tailored job strategies, equipping them with future-forward career skillsDevelop and maintain personalized action plans and job search spreadsheets for every student, tracking progress weekly to ensure accountability and successPartner with internal staff and employer stakeholders to align coaching outcomes with market demand and hiring pipelines, helping students land interviews, secure offers, and build confidenceChampion equity, accessibility, and empathy in all coaching interactions, ensuring every student—regardless of background—feels seen, heard, and supported

Education

• Mount St. Joseph University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters

  2010 — 2016

• Colerain High School

  High School Diploma

  2004 — 2008