Staff Spotlight- Christina Akinbobola-Jackson

By Beth Curtis
Spotlight
October 02, 2024
picture of Ms. Akinbobola-Jackson
Ms. Akinbobola-Jackson

Ms. Akinbobola-Jackson brings 13 years of experience in the special education field to Key Center. Beginning her career as a paraprofessional, she transitioned into teaching and has worked in both public and private school settings. This is her first year at Key Center, where she teaches in the 17-22 program. She appreciates the supportive and helpful staff at Key Center.

Outside of work, Ms. Akinbobola-Jackson enjoys listening to music, watching the History Channel, and exploring museums. A passionate Dallas Cowboys fan, she also embraces her Nigerian heritage, her father being from Nigeria. Both of her parents, former educators themselves, have transitioned to other fields.

picture of pool in Jamaica
A favorite place on the water in Jamaica

An interesting fact: Ms. Akinbobola-Jackson is ambidextrous. While initially learning to write with her left hand, she was later taught to  write with her right. She values the ability to write with either hand.