SKILLS
„X Excellent Leadership Aptitude
„X Managerial Experience
„X Supervisory Skills
„X Advising / Counseling
„X Education
„X Computer Literacy
„X Non-profit management
„X Strategic Planning Skills
„X Program Development
„X Problem Solving Skills
„X Board Development
„X Mentoring & Motivation
„X Public Speaker
WORK EXPERIENCE
True Divine Ministries
Executive Director and Pastor
May •••••Present
Generated and administered policies to further the mission of the organization. Effectively provided leadership and direction to the youth and adult members, volunteers and governing board. Responsible for the strategic planning, financial and administrative operations of the organization. Instrumental in supervising and developing innovative programs to enhance youth and adult development. Actively performed outreach projects for needy families. Implemented professional workshops for low income families, disadvantaged youth, single parents and organizations. Orchestrated fundraisers and service drives for social service organizations, churches and ministries. Introduced and presented an extensive education program designed to improve and facilitate life skills and life management in disadvantaged youth. Designed and developed a cohesive summer leadership program for disadvantaged youth, which focused on outreach, volunteerism, the arts, and academic achievement. Provided counseling and pastoral leadership to the members of the organization, with focus on preaching, teaching, evangelism, community outreach, and leadership development. Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, and nursing home services.
Academy of Court Reporting
Student Service Advisor / Counselor
January •••••January •••••
Counseled, advised, evaluated and resolved student inquiries, issues, and problems, and ensured appropriate action were taken to the satisfaction of the student and the school. Coordinated specific programs to assist students with academic, social, and personal issues that may interfere with their academic programs. Planned, implemented and directed programs and services that assisted students to reenter, continue, and complete their academic programs. Actively participated in coordinating and conducting student activities. Provided student services to support the student body. Made student referrals to outside agencies for counseling and support as warranted. Provided administrative coordination, support, and advice to student support programs, such as peer tutoring and student council. Monitored student attendance and academic progress by using CampusVue Software. Phoned all students that have withdrawn to establish reason for withdrawal and possibility for re-entry. Maintained daily log of contacts and submitted the log to the supervisor. Prepared and sent out correspondence to students that could not be contacted by telephone. Actively participated in the planning, development and team building of the campus as a member of the campus management team. Conducted presentations and motivational workshops for the students and staff.
Academy of Court Reporting
Admissions Representative
October •••••January •••••
Managed to meet overall monthly student recruitment goals by responding to incoming calls from inquiring students. Scheduled and conducted interviews with prospective students and followed up on student leads. Scheduled and conducted presentations with high schools and student organizations. Effectively and accurately communicated school policies and addressed issues or concerns raised by students or parents of students regarding cost, financing, curriculum, tutoring, testing procedures or cancellation policy. Conducted follow-up calls to ensure enrollment. Maintained records of calls made, calls received, and issues/concerns addressed.
Rose Chapel Missionary Baptist Church
Youth Minister and Minister of Music
July •••••July •••••
Prepared and delivered sermons. Conducted communion and funeral services. Developed and taught in-depth Bible study courses for adults and youth. Served as a counselor to the church members. Responsible for overseeing, equipping and growing a purpose-driven youth ministry through worship and bible study. Developed new programs that will foster spiritual growth and managed healthy relationships with parents. Created and implemented opportunities for intergenerational programs. Trained and mentored youth leaders. Coordinated youth outreach events, retreats, and activities. Coordinated and taught biblical workshop classes. Prepared music for worship services by directing and teaching the youth and adult choirs. Supervised the purchase and maintenance of church musical instruments and audio/visual equipment; maintained the church music library.
Youthland Academy
Director
February •••••August •••••
Responsible for the educational and administrative aspects of the child care center. Evaluated staff to determine any training deficiencies. Hired, trained, assigned, scheduled, coordinated, and supervised the activities of the staff. Performed all bookkeeping and financial activities related to the center. Purchased supplies and equipment. Kept and maintained all individual files for each child. Assisted with child care activities, as child attendance and staff levels dictated. Taught in the classroom as needed. Established a professional business plan for the center and implemented the plan upon approval. Managed staff in child care center.
VLT Academy
Language Arts and Math Teacher, 5th / 6th Grade
August •••••February •••••
Structured, implemented, and managed appropriate educational activities for language arts, reading, and math. Employed varied methods of teaching and learning, appropriate to the abilities and aspirations of the students. Tutored at risk students in math and language arts. Maintained effective records of the attendance and progress of individual students. Prepared and submit weekly lesson plans to the principal. Offered collaboration with other faculty in delivery of appropriate instructional approaches.
EDUCATION
Northern Kentucky University - •••••
MA Degree in Education
Xavier University - •••••
BA in Music
