Amber Hockman
Knoville,TN
Summary
Cheerful Children's Minister with 10 years of ministry experience leading creative and relevant children's ministry programming to engage children and families, resulting in church growth. Successfully directed weekly children's service, as well as monthly, quarterly and yearly events. Passionate about helping children develop lifetime relationships with Christ through fellowship of church. Because of her past teaching experience, she could use these skills in the Christian School classroom to educate children academically as well as guide them spiritually.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Minister
Woodlawn Christian Church
Knoxville , TN
2014.05 - Current
- Facilitated monthly, quarterly, and yearly events to engage children in spiritual activities.
- Coordinated childcare during special services and events.
- Recruited, trained, organized, and supervised volunteers to assist with all children's ministries activities.
- Provided pastoral care for families with young children in times of need or crisis.
- Cultivated relationships with local schools and organizations to increase visibility of the church's youth programming.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, donations, budgets, and other relevant data related to the children's ministry.
- Implemented safety protocols including background checks for all adults working with minors.
- Reported to the elders monthly to discuss progress on goals set for the ministry.
- Developed meaningful relationships with kids by attending extracurricular activities like sports games or performances.
- Collaborated with other departments within the church to ensure alignment between ministries.
- Adhered to all applicable laws concerning the welfare of minors while performing job duties.
- Initiated conversations about difficult topics such as bullying or peer pressure among youth group members.
- Interacted with parents and guardians of children participating in services, classes and events to build strong relationships and expand church membership.
- Attended meetings to discuss program direction, finances and other information.
- Organized and oversaw Sunday school classes for children between Nursery-5th grade.
- Organized and led weekly Children's Church.
- Coordinated with pastor to define and advance children's ministry vision and align with overall church vision.
- Gathered classroom supplies and materials.
- Visited, counseled and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
- Brought attention to children's ministry through congregational awareness initiatives.
- Administered baptisms and led Family Dedication Sundays.
Volunteer Art Homeschool Coop Teacher
Quest Academy Homeschool Coop
Knoxville , TN
2022.08 - 2024.05
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach the elements of art.
- Created engaging activities for students to explore their creativity through art projects.
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate supplies needed for classroom use.
- Provided individual instruction and feedback on student's work.
- Demonstrated techniques in a variety of mediums including oil pastels, acrylics, watercolors and clay.
- Planned special events such as art shows to showcase student work.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance in class.
- Enforced school rules in order to maintain an orderly learning environment.
- Instructed students on proper safety procedures when using various tools or materials.
- Encouraged student creativity with motivation, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
- Instructed students on proper care and use of art tools and equipment.
- Created positive educational climate to promote student learning.
Volunteer Homeschool Coop Teacher
Blount Homeschool Education Assoiation
Maryville , TN
2010.08 - 2018.05
- Instructed students in academic subjects such as math, science, language arts, social studies, bible, and history.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding student progress and well-being.
- Incorporated instructional best practices such as differentiated instruction into lesson plans.
- Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.
- Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
- Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Teacher for Talented and Gifted Students
Knox County School System
Knoxville , TN
2000.08 - 2006.05
- Developed and implemented gifted and talented education plans for students.
- Provided differentiated instruction to meet the needs of high ability learners.
- Conducted individual and group counseling sessions with gifted students.
- Collaborated with school staff, parents, and other stakeholders to ensure that all students are receiving appropriate services.
- Advised colleagues on best practices in teaching gifted students.
- Created innovative curriculum materials to challenge higher order thinking skills.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary activities that promote critical thinking skills.
- Organized field trips to stimulate learning through experiential activities.
- Utilized technology-based resources to enhance instruction for advanced learners.
- Evaluated student progress utilizing a variety of assessment tools including rubrics and tests.
- Encouraged collaboration among peers in order to foster problem solving strategies and creativity.
- Maintained accurate records of student achievement data for reporting purposes.
- Attended professional development workshops related to gifted education.
- Participated in parent meetings regarding their child's educational programing.
- Consulted with administrators on policies related to the Gifted Education Program.
- Incorporated various instructional methods such as project-based learning or inquiry-based learning.
- Provided guidance and support for teachers new to working with gifted populations.
- Collaborated with teachers, media specialists and technology coordinators to offer continuum of services supporting gifted students.
- Created and maintained positive, orderly and academically focused learning environment for gifted students.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Monitored student behavior in classrooms, hallways, cafeteria, playgrounds.
- Supervised after school activities such as drama club.
Education
Master of Arts - Holistic Education
Johnson University
Knoxville, TN2000-08
Bachelor of Science - Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Johnson University
Knoxville, TN1999-05
Skills
- Student Engagement
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Team Collaboration
- Project Coordination
- Faith-Based Learning
- Curriculum Implementation
- Activity Planning And Leadership
- Verbal And Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- Group Instruction
- Small Group Management
- Idea Organization
Affiliations
- I am an artist at heart, so I enjoy painting and crafting of all kinds in my spare time.
- I love working out in group fitness classes- especially Zumba dancing!
- I have been known to participate in local theater productions in the past and guide children in their dramatic endeavors.
- I have been married to my best friend for 26 years, and we love to hang out in downtown Knoxville and travel to new places when we get the opportunity!
- I have 3 adult children- ages 21, 19, and 18- and I could not be more proud of the different paths they are taking in life.
Timeline
Volunteer Art Homeschool Coop Teacher
Quest Academy Homeschool Coop
2022.08 - 2024.05
Children's Minister
Woodlawn Christian Church
2014.05 - Current
Volunteer Homeschool Coop Teacher
Blount Homeschool Education Assoiation
2010.08 - 2018.05
Teacher for Talented and Gifted Students
Knox County School System
2000.08 - 2006.05
Master of Arts - Holistic Education
Johnson University
Bachelor of Science - Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Johnson University
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