Amber Scovell
Darien,CT
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Family and Young Adult Ministries
First Congregational Church Of Darien
06.2021 - Current
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry from outreach to execution.
- Improved communication among families and student with regular social media updates, newsletters, and announcements about upcoming events.
- Enhanced community outreach efforts by organizing mission trips, volunteer projects, and fundraising events. Averaging about 20 outreach projects a year.
- Mentored young adults through one-on-one counseling sessions, fostering personal development and spiritual growth.
Interim Childcare Center Director
Learn and Play Christian Center
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Managed all aspects of the childcare center including stakeholder engagement, budgetary allocations, hiring, and professional development.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills, and interpersonal communication to optimize learning environment.
- Responsible for hiring and onboarding new employees
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs, fostering strong partnerships and enhancing overall family satisfaction
Kindergarten Prep Teacher
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Created and implemented age-appropriate curriculum to foster cognitive and physical development.
- Communicated daily with various clients about children’s performance and needs.
- Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
- Mentored new teachers in effective classroom management techniques and instructional best practices to support their professional growth.
Education
M.A - Christian Education And Formation
Princeton Theological Seminary
Princeton05.2020
B.A - Human Development And Family Science
Messiah University
Mechanicsburg, PA05.2014
Skills
- Organization
- People Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Event Planning
- Verbal and written communication
Additional Information
- ACADEMIC AWARDS
Recipient of the Robert K. Kelley Memorial Award in Youth Ministry, May 2021 Princeton Theological Seminary
(Awarded annually to one graduating M.A. or M.Div. student who demonstrates great promise for ministry with youth.)
Timeline
Director of Family and Young Adult Ministries
First Congregational Church Of Darien
06.2021 - Current
Interim Childcare Center Director
Learn and Play Christian Center
06.2020 - 08.2020
Kindergarten Prep Teacher
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
08.2017 - 07.2018
M.A - Christian Education And Formation
Princeton Theological Seminary
B.A - Human Development And Family Science
Messiah University
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