Erica Wilson
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Always concerned with doing the job well and making sure my superiors are satisfied along with those I am serving.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Ministry Director
Amite Baptist Church
Denham Springs, LA
06.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate Bible study curriculum for children of all ages.
- Initiated communication between parents regarding upcoming events or changes in policy at the church.
- Served as a mentor for junior staff members within the Children's Ministry department.
- Provided spiritual guidance to children through individual counseling sessions.
- Managed inventory of supplies needed for activities such as crafts, games, snacks.
- Coordinated with parents on their child's progress in the ministry program.
- Organized special events such as Vacation Bible School, holiday parties, and field trips.
- Recruited new members by attending church functions, community events, and visiting local schools.
- Conducted regular evaluations of programs offered by the Children's Ministry department.
- Maintained records of attendance, donations, and other pertinent information related to the Children's Ministry program.
- Planned fundraising campaigns to generate funds for purchasing additional materials or equipment needed by the ministry.
- Created a safe environment where children could learn about Jesus Christ in an interactive setting.
- Oversaw recruitment, training, and scheduling of volunteers to teach Sunday school classes.
- Attended conferences and workshops related to youth ministry topics throughout the year.
- Participated in outreach programs designed to introduce families to the church's mission statement.
- Attended meetings to discuss program direction, finances and other information.
- Coordinated with pastor to define and advance children's ministry vision and align with overall church vision.
- Created handouts and forms such as for parents.
- Worked with professionals to create advertisements for upcoming special events to invite children from community.
- Developed and led evening programming.
- Determined allocations of funds for classroom supplies and materials, authorizing purchases.
Children's Ministry Intern
Amite Baptist Church
06.2019 - 06.2021
- Assist Children's Ministry Director in all aspects of ministry
- Prepare weekly lessons
- Organize games and activities for children's church
- Plan and organize games and lessons for Amite Christian Academy's weekly chapel session
- Plan and lead large group events
- Recruit and organize volunteer help
- Communicate with parents and volunteers
- Meet and disciple children and students
- Create announcement and information flyers, slides, and videos
- Record weekly announcement videos
- Keep children's area clean and organized
- Update children and family information in One Church Software.
Student Worker
Louisiana Legislative Auditors
12.2017 - 05.2019
- Responsible for legal document data entry
- Reviewed and approved documents
- Scanned and shredded documents.
Customer Service Representative
David's Bridal
12.2016 - 02.2018
- Scheduled appointments
- Greeted customers
- Helped customers build online profiles
- Assisted customers in finding dresses that best fit their needs
- Checked customers out and helped them apply for credit cards
- Managed stylist's schedules.
Secretary
Eric Pittman Law Firm
08.2015 - 04.2016
- Log work hours for lawyer into system
- Answer phones and schedule appointments
- Organize file and resource cabinets
- Greet and assist all clients
- Fax, copy, and scan documents.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Management - Strategic Leadership
Louisiana State University
12.2020
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Project Management
- Volunteer Management
- Multi-tasking
- Communication
- Organizational skills
- Teaching
- Program/Event Planning
- Adaptability
- Individual Counseling
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Video editing
- Technology Integration
Timeline
Children's Ministry Director
Amite Baptist Church
06.2021 - Current
Children's Ministry Intern
Amite Baptist Church
06.2019 - 06.2021
Student Worker
Louisiana Legislative Auditors
12.2017 - 05.2019
Customer Service Representative
David's Bridal
12.2016 - 02.2018
Secretary
Eric Pittman Law Firm
08.2015 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science in Business Management - Strategic Leadership
Louisiana State University
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