Meet Joanna
Founder of Next Steps Global
Let’s explore your education and career possibilities together, focusing on what excites you and aligns with your natural attributes.
With over 25 years of experience, I’ve guided more than 3,000 high-school students to their ideal post-secondary education and training options and successful careers. As Director of the College and Career Connections Center at The Classical Academy, I designed the college and career counseling function from scratch — retiring with a 96% college placement rate and students attending schools across every corner of the United States and globe.
I’ve held various advisory and leadership positions, including on a state advisory council for the Colorado Department of Education, and with both the Colorado Career Development Association and the Colorado Council for High School and College Relations. These experiences and my many certifications demonstrate my commitment to helping you achieve your goals and build your future.
Now I want to continue to make a difference for anyone who needs it. I’m ready to share my expertise for the following needs:
College Counseling: navigating students through the process of application to acceptance
Career Coaching: guiding clients through the career exploration journey to match skills and attributes to future roles
Career Development Training (coming soon): empowering professionals with advanced career coaching techniques to enhance their skills and expand their impact
Joanna Peters
Colorado Local, Twin Mom, Dog Mom, Retired Educator
Degrees and Certifications:
Masters of Counseling
Bachelors of Science in Finance
Project Management Institute Educational Foundation (PMIEF)
Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF) Instructor
Certified Career SErvices Provider (CCSP) Instructor
Certified School Career Development Advisor (CSCDA) Instructor