Career Coaches

Meet SVCC's Career Coaches!

Career coaches are a network of community college employees who are based in high schools across Southside Virginia. They help high school students define their career aspirations and to recognize community college and other postsecondary programs, including apprenticeships and workforce training that can help students achieve their educational and financial goals. The fundamental objective of the SVCC High School Career Coach Program is to empower students to make informed decisions about their career and educational plans and to prepare students for success in postsecondary education and training. The career coaches bring college to high schools!

  • Amelia County High School

    Elizabeth Ford - Amelia County High School Career Coach

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    Elizabeth looks forward to being a resource for information regarding college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, dual enrollment, and all career/academic-related events.

    Elizabeth Fords contact information is:

    Phone: 804-878-0806

    Email: elizabeth.ford@southside.edu

  • Brunswick High School Career Coach

    Krisha Jones - Brunswick High School Career Coach

    Krisha Jones

    Krisha Jones is a graduate of Brunswick High School (BHS). She is in her 12th year as the BHS Career Coach and enjoys helping students to reach their full potential. A Brunswick High School Class of 2021 Graduate, Dulce Ruby Trejo, says, "Mrs. Jones was very helpful and always answered my questions in a quick manner. She was there whenever I had questions - day or night. Mrs. Jones helped with everything from my first questions about Southside to enrolling. The information she provided helped me solidify my career choices. She also helped me see all the pros about attending Southside and made me feel very welcomed."

     

    Mrs. Jones’ contact information is:

    Phone: 434-848-2716

    Email: krisha.jones@southside.edu

    https://bhs.brunswickcps.org/

  • Brunswick Academy Career Coach

    Krisha Jones - Brunswick Academy Career Coach

    Krisha Jones

    Krisha Jones began working as a Career Coach for Brunswick Academy in 2021. She assists students with steps of the FAFSA application, career aspirations, college plans, and workforce training. The Head of Brunswick Academy, Brittney Wiedman, says, "Having access to a Career Coach will be a tremendous asset for our Seniors."

    Mrs. Jones’ contact information is:

    Phone: 434-848-3779

    Email: krisha.jones@southside.edu

    https://www.brunswickacademy.com/

     

  • Buckingham County High School Equity Career Coach

    Tina Maxey - Fuqua Career Coach 

    Tina Maxey

    Tina Maxey has been a career coach for 14 years. She is involved in community organizations such as the Dillwyn Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and enjoys working with students. Tina works closely with school counselors to assist seniors with the daunting task of the college admissions process. Maxey says, “It is a joy to have the opportunity to meet with high school students and discuss their career aspirations and educational goals. Each student has a unique story and it is fulfilling to partner in navigating a path to success. I work forward to continuing to help guide students with their career journeys.”

    Ms. Maxey’s contact information is:

    Phone: 434-969-6060

    Email: tina.maxey@southside.edu

    https://www.bcpschools.org/

  • Central High School Career Coach 

    Melissa Colbert - Central High School Career Coach 

    Melissa Colbert

    As a business owner in Southside Virginia for 25 years, Melissa Colbert knows first-hand the importance of having a skilled and trained workforce. She knows the value of education and the challenges students face if they don’t have a clear pathway. Without support of school counselors, administrators, teachers and career coaches, the majority of students will graduate with IDK (I Don’t Know). She has been a career coach for 11 years. Central High School’s School Counselor, Stephanie Powers, says, “Mrs. Colbert is an integral part of the Central High School Counseling Department. She is always willing to go the extra mile to assist students with planning for their future. She helps students as they prepare for all ventures of life after high school.”

    Mrs. Colbert’s contact information is:

    Phone: 434-696-2137

    Email: melissa.colbert@southside.edu

    https://www.lunenburgcountyschools.org/o/central-high

     

  • Cumberland High School Equity Career Coach

    Ernestine Sharpe - Cumberland High School Equity Career Coach

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    Mrs. Ernestine Sharpe looks forward to being a resource for information regarding college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, dual enrollment, and all career/academic-related events.

    https://www.cucps.k12.va.us/o/chs

  • Fuqua Career Coach

    Tina Maxey - Fuqua Career Coach 

    Tina Maxey

    Tina Maxey has been a career coach for 14 years. She is involved in community organizations such as the Dillwyn Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and enjoys working with students. Tina works closely with school counselors to assist seniors with the daunting task of the college admissions process. Maxey says, “It is a joy to have the opportunity to meet with high school students and discuss their career aspirations and educational goals. Each student has a unique story and it is fulfilling to partner in navigating a path to success. I work forward to continuing to help guide students with their career journeys.”

    Ms. Maxey’s contact information is:

    Phone: 434-392-4131

    Email: tina.maxey@southside.edu

    https://www.fuquaschool.com

  • Greensville County High School Career Coach

    Greensville

    Juanda Deloatch, Career Coach

    juanda.deloatch@southside.edu

  • Halifax County High School Career Coach 

    Career Coach - Tammy Wiley

    tammy.wiley@southside.edu

  • Homeschool Co-Op Career Coach

    Tina Maxey - Homeschool Co-Op Career Coach

    Tina Maxey

    Tina Maxey has been a career coach for 14 years. She is involved in community organizations such as the Dillwyn Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and enjoys working with students. Tina works closely with school counselors to assist seniors with the daunting task of the college admissions process. Maxey says, “It is a joy to have the opportunity to meet with high school students and discuss their career aspirations and educational goals. Each student has a unique story and it is fulfilling to partner in navigating a path to success. I work forward to continuing to help guide students with their career journeys.

    Ms. Maxey’s contact information is:

    Email: tina.maxey@southside.edu

  • Kenston Forest Career Coach

    Tina Maxey - Kenston Career Coach

    Tina Maxey

    Tina Maxey has been a career coach for 14 years. She is involved in community organizations such as the Dillwyn Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary and enjoys working with students. Tina works closely with school counselors to assist seniors with the daunting task of the college admissions process. Maxey says, “It is a joy to have the opportunity to meet with high school students and discuss their career aspirations and educational goals. Each student has a unique story and it is fulfilling to partner in navigating a path to success. I work forward to continuing to help guide students with their career journeys.”

    Ms. Maxey’s contact information is:

    Phone: 434-292-7218

    Email: tina.maxey@southside.edu

    https://kenston.org/

  • Mecklenburg County High School Equity Career Coach

    Bernadine Johnson - Mecklenburg County High School Equity Career Coach

    Bernadine Johnson

    Bernadine Johnson first became a career coach at Bluestone High School in 2019 and later became the Park View High School career coach in 2020. She is a retired Clinical Care Coordinator, former SVCC board member, Charlotte County School board member, and Community Action Advisory Board member. Previous community service and work experiences have allowed Bernadine opportunities to interact with students, parents, and other professionals for goal setting. Ms. Johnson says, “Career coaching provides an opportunity to support students as they plan and empower them to discover their potential, market their skills, and seek the means necessary to achieve success.”

    Ms. Johnson's contact information is:

    Phone: 434-447-3435

    Email: bernadine.johnson@southside.edu

    https://mcpsweb.org/?page_id=28922

     

     

  • Nottoway High School Equity Career Coach

    Bernadine Johnson - Nottoway High School Equity Career Coach

    Bernadine Johnson

    Bernadine Johnson has been a Career Coach at Nottoway High School since 2021. She is a retired Clinical Care Coordinator, former SVCC board member, Charlotte County School board member, and Community Action Advisory Board member. Previous community service and work experiences have allowed Bernadine opportunities to interact with students, parents, and other professionals for goal setting. Ms. Johnson says, “Career coaching provides an opportunity to support students as they plan and empower them to discover their potential, market their skills, and seek the means necessary to achieve success.”

    Ms. Johnson's contact information is:

    Phone: 434-292-5373

    Email: bernadine.johnson@southside.edu

  • Prince Edward County High School Equity Career Coach

    Rhonda Adams - Prince Edward High School Equity Career Coach
     

    Rhonda Adams

    Mrs. Rhonda Adams looks forward to being a resource for information regarding college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, dual enrollment, and all career/academic-related events.

    http://www.hs.pecps.k12.va.us/

    rhonda.adams@southside.edu

    434-315-2130

  • Randolph-Henry High School Career Coach

    Career Coach - Tammy Wiley

    tammy.wiley@southside.edu