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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Allison Kaufmann

Allison Kaufmann

Glenshaw,PA

Summary

Dynamic communications professional with a proven track record at Caring Hearts Ministry, adept at managing website content and crafting engaging promotional materials. Known for exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong command of digital tools, I effectively drive awareness and support organizational goals through innovative messaging strategies and collaborative efforts.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Communications Coordinator

Caring Hearts Ministry
Cranberry Township, PA
08.2022 - Current
  • Manage website content, including design updates, and graphics creation.
  • Develop promotional materials, such as brochures, newsletters, and flyers.
  • Create content for multiple social media channels.
  • Utilize digital and computer software to upload, post, or edit online content, as well as to create videos used to communicate the mission of the ministry.
  • Collaborate with my supervisor and other members of the board on design concepts for the website, newsletter, and print materials.
  • Conduct presentations to raise awareness and encourage donations to the organization.
  • Update and maintain constituent information within the Little Green Light (LGL) platform.
  • Aid mission teams in their mission-trip planning process, ensuring we focus on even the smallest details.

Personal Shopper

Shipt
Birmingham, AL
10.2019 - 08.2021
  • Maintained a high level of customer service while ensuring customer satisfaction, and focusing on quality assurance.
  • Managed multiple clients simultaneously while maintaining high standards of service and privacy.
  • Maintained positive relationships with grocery store personnel by being consistently professional and friendly.

Virtual Assistant

Hjk Global Solutions
Greenwood, IN
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Sifted through large quantities of data and accurately transferred necessary information to electronic spreadsheets with a high accuracy rate.
  • Reviewed existing information for accuracy and made necessary corrections.
  • Maintained detailed logs of finished and in-progress data entry projects to identify areas of improvement and increase productivity.
  • Utilized voice recording software to convert written training materials to audiobook format.

Elementary School Teacher

Carthage Central School District
Carthage, NY
08.2007 - 06.2014
  • Taught a range of grades, including kindergarten (1 year), first grade (2 years), third grade (3 years), and fourth grade (1 year).
  • Guided students in the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Collaborated with colleagues in creating interdisciplinary curriculum units.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
  • Assessed students' progress through formal and informal tests, quizzes, assignments, and observations.
  • Coordinated with special education staff to support students with special needs.
  • Administered and scored New York State standardized ELA, Math, and Science assessments.
  • Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships through conferences, emails, texts, newsletters, and phone calls.

Substitute Teacher

Carthage Central School District
Carthage, NY
09.2006 - 06.2007
  • Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of regular teacher.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.

Technology Specialist

BOCES, Jefferson County
Watertown, NY
08.2005 - 06.2006
  • Developed materials and provided training for staff members on how to best incorporate new technologies into their lesson plans.
  • Provided training to teachers on how to most effectively use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to meet the needs of their classrooms.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Troubleshot hardware and software issues for users in a timely manner.

Education

Ministerial Leadership - Ministerial Leadership

Allison Park Leadership Academy (APLA)
Allison Park, PA
05-2022

Master of Science - Literacy

SUNY Potsdam
Potsdam
05-2007

Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education (Grades 1 - 6)

SUNY Oswego
Oswego
05-2005

Skills

  • Effective communication skills—both verbal and written,
  • Organized, and effective multitasker
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
  • Strong knowledge of technology and various software programs
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite
  • Proficient in website management and design
  • Proficient in database management, specifically LGL

Affiliations

  • Bible Study leader (Community Bible Study)
  • Event volunteer at church
  • Member of the church worship team
  • Regional director for a local fitness group
  • Volunteer with the North Hills Marching Band
  • Volunteer with the North Hills Cheerleading organization
  • Volunteer with North Hills Youth Girls Lacrosse
  • Volunteer with North Hills High School Girls Lacrosse

Certification

  • Licensed Pastor with PennDel Assemblies of God

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Communications Coordinator

Caring Hearts Ministry
08.2022 - Current

Personal Shopper

Shipt
10.2019 - 08.2021

Virtual Assistant

Hjk Global Solutions
10.2018 - 10.2019

Elementary School Teacher

Carthage Central School District
08.2007 - 06.2014

Substitute Teacher

Carthage Central School District
09.2006 - 06.2007

Technology Specialist

BOCES, Jefferson County
08.2005 - 06.2006

Ministerial Leadership - Ministerial Leadership

Allison Park Leadership Academy (APLA)

Master of Science - Literacy

SUNY Potsdam

Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education (Grades 1 - 6)

SUNY Oswego
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