Amy Reddoch
Frisco,TX
Summary
Servant leader with 15 years of experience in student ministry leadership. Successful at guiding individuals to fulfill church service roles. Accomplished at helping community members strengthen relationships with God and encouraging membership in church. Background includes building volunteer teams to support church youth activities. Practiced at selecting topics, materials and music to support key messages. Skilled in program management, teaching and counseling. Bringing a strong understanding of youth-related concerns, social media proficiency and a compassionate nature.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Youth Ministry
FUMC The Colony
08.2021 - Current
- Taught and counseled youth ages 11 to 18.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Established effective communication channels with parents, ensuring they were well-informed of ministry events and opportunities for involvement.
- Shared valuable life experiences with youths aged 11 to 18 to promote positive self-esteem and improve social skills.
- Initiated successful fundraising campaigns to support mission trips and missions.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Built culture of inclusivity within ministry by celebrating diverse perspectives and encouraging active participation from all members.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Championed intergenerational opportunities for collaboration between youth ministry and other church departments, fostering unity and mutual support among congregants of all ages.
- Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
- Implemented leadership development opportunities for older teens within ministry context, cultivating new generation of active contributors to church life.
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
- Organized numerous service projects and mission trips, promoting social responsibility and personal development among participants.
- Delivered engaging sermons during worship services that resonated with young congregants while remaining rooted in biblical teachings.
- Developed annual budget for youth ministry department, ensuring proper allocation of resources for various programs and events.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Recruited trained, and supervised team of volunteers to support youth ministry initiatives, enhancing program efficiency and reach.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Director of Children's Ministry
FUMC The Colony
01.2020 - Current
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Delivered constructive feedback on children to parents and guardians and informed of any disciplinary issues.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Vetted volunteers and interested parties for criminal history or issues risking children.
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Supervised children from birth to 11 years.
- Offered individual attention for children dealing with learning, emotional or home problems.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Percussion Instructor
Plano ISD
08.1997 - 05.2023
- Communicated with parents to maintain regular communication about student progress and any concerns.
- Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
- Fostered love for music and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
- Attended concerts and performances to support students and arts community.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians to ensure consistent communication regarding student progress, challenges, and achievements.
- Mentored students in preparation for auditions and competitions, leading to successful outcomes and recognition within music community.
- Organized performance opportunities for students at community events, broadening their exposure to different audiences and building strong connections within local area.
- Incorporated student interests and experiences to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Planned and delivered lessons to teach classes in music to engage and educate students.
- Introduced new repertoire selections regularly to maintain student interest and expose them to various genres within percussion literature.
- Implemented innovative practice routines for students to hone their skills and boost proficiency levels.
- Used technology in lessons to integrate technology and enhance student learning.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments to foster positive environments that support student growth and learning.
- Provided constructive feedback during individual lessons on technique improvement areas while celebrating personal milestones achieved through hard work.
Director at Thirty-One Gifts
Thirty-One Gifts
04.2013 - 06.2022
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Developed professional relationships with customers to increase loyalty, retention and rapport.
- Trained and supervised new consultants to use selling strategies and apply best practices.
- Assisted customers with product selection based on individual needs and preferences.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, maintaining positive brand image.
Education
Continuing Education - Youth Ministry
Perkins School For Youth Ministry
Dallas, TXContinuing Education - Children's & Youth Ministry
A Time For Children/Youth Cohort
OnlineMaster of Arts - Music Performance
Eastman School of Music
Rochester05.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance
Baylor University
Waco, TX05.1992
Skills
- Budget Management
- Collaborative Approach
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Budget Development
- Community Engagement
- Social media proficiency
- Curriculum Design
- Youth Development Expertise
- Mentoring abilities
- Administrative tasks
- Biblical Knowledge
- Discipleship training
Timeline
Director of Youth Ministry
FUMC The Colony
08.2021 - Current
Director of Children's Ministry
FUMC The Colony
01.2020 - Current
Director at Thirty-One Gifts
Thirty-One Gifts
04.2013 - 06.2022
Percussion Instructor
Plano ISD
08.1997 - 05.2023
Continuing Education - Youth Ministry
Perkins School For Youth Ministry
Continuing Education - Children's & Youth Ministry
A Time For Children/Youth Cohort
Master of Arts - Music Performance
Eastman School of Music
Bachelor of Arts - Music Performance
Baylor University