Christopher R. Austin
Orangeburg
Summary
Mr. Christopher R. Austin, a native of Orangeburg, South Carolina, is a sophomore at South Carolina State University in the vibrant city of Christopher R. Austin is an energetic Strength and Conditioning and Football Coach who is passionate about helping athletes grow both on and off the field. A native of Orangeburg, South Carolina, he is currently a sophomore at South Carolina State University majoring in Physical Education and supported by multiple academic and athletic scholarships. Christopher is known for his strong communication skills, creative problem-solving, and ability to motivate athletes through detailed, intentional training strategies.
As a leader, he brings a positive, team-focused mindset and enjoys adapting game plans and techniques to help his team overcome challenges. He also has experience supporting community initiatives, volunteering during local election cycles, and helping increase voter awareness through Athletes with a Voice. His dedication to service and education has led him to present at conferences and earn recognition such as the SCSU Silver Academic Award.
Christopher hopes to continue his journey in athletics and education by becoming a football coach and school administrator. He plans to pursue graduate studies, including a master’s degree and an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership. He is an active member of the South Carolina Education Association, the South Carolina Alliance of Black School Educators, Call Me Mister, and the SCSU Football Team.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
South Carolina State Social Media/ Support Staff
South Carolina State University Athletics
06.2024 - Current
Orangeburg County IT Itern
Orangeburg Consolidated School District
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted in troubleshooting hardware and software issues for end-users.
- Supported installation and configuration of operating systems and applications.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project updates and task prioritization.
- Maintained accurate documentation of IT support processes and procedures.
- Completed assigned tasks ahead of schedule, demonstrating strong time management skills and commitment to project success.
The MAX Entertainment
The Max Orangeburg
05.2021 - 10.2024
Teacher's Assistant
Marshall Elementary School
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Worked as a teacher’s Assistant for the 3rd grade during the summer program
Teacher for Physical Ed
Calhoun County Highschool
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Worked as a Teacher for Physical Ed for the highschoolers during their summer program
Mentor
William J Clark Middle School
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Mentor for the 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. I implemented skills such as student learning objectives as well as a leader for them
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Activity Management
South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC05-2026
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Orangeburg Wilkinson Highschool
Orangeburg, SCSkills
- Support services
- Filing and data archiving
- Professional networking
- Athlete safety
- Safety awareness
- CPR/AED
- Leadership
- Organization
- Punctuality
- Quality Control
- Program Design
Affiliations
- The Call Me Mister Cohort South Carolina State
- South Carolina State University Football Team
- South Carolina Education Association
Professional Presentations
- SC Association of Black School Educators’ Conference (Charleston, SC) January 2023
- Dream Deferred Conference (Washington DC) March 2022
Timeline
South Carolina State Social Media/ Support Staff
South Carolina State University Athletics
06.2024 - Current
Orangeburg County IT Itern
Orangeburg Consolidated School District
05.2024 - 08.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Marshall Elementary School
06.2022 - 06.2022
Teacher for Physical Ed
Calhoun County Highschool
06.2022 - 06.2022
Mentor
William J Clark Middle School
03.2022 - 03.2022
The MAX Entertainment
The Max Orangeburg
05.2021 - 10.2024
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Orangeburg Wilkinson Highschool
Bachelor of Science - Physical Education/Activity Management
South Carolina State University