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Amy Kimble

Hampton,VA

Summary

Energetic teacher with over ten years of hands-on experience employing range of suitable strategies to foster student learning. Accomplished in revising and updating course materials, evaluating student performance and supervising research and field-based developmental activities. Dedicated to maximizing in-class time and improving the classroom experience through personal connection with students and the curriculum material. Passionate about leading, equipping, and mentoring others to discover God's call on their lives.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Homeschool Co-Op Director

Waymakers Co-Op
09.2020 - Current
  • Initiated program for 13 families (25 students total) to engage homeschool students grades preK-6 in classroom-experience learning.
  • Collaborate with building manager to ensure appropriate classroom and childcare spaces.
  • Teach elementary level music classes to lower and upper level students grades preK-6.
  • Manage group's budget with separate bank account, including receipts, reimbursements, and annual fee deposits.
  • Collaborate with co-director twice a year to plan for upcoming semesters.
  • Create group bylaws, expectations, and volunteer schedules.

KidLife Ministry Lead

City Life Church
01.2021 - Current
  • Provided spiritual and community care to volunteers through meal-trains and prayer.
  • Developed relationships with new families to build volunteer base.
  • Scheduled classroom volunteers and managed facility needs.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Test Writer

Amplifire
11.2019 - 06.2020
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content for eLearning platform.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.

Lead Program Director

City Life Church
08.2017 - 05.2020
  • Developed and executed the admissions process from application through acceptance.
  • Facilitated weekly volunteer projects in the community.
  • Administratively coordinated with recipient organizations to meet volunteer requirements such as background checks and applications.
  • Led team of four teachers in annual team meetings to plan for the next year’s curriculum, schedule, and expectations.
  • Coordinated end-of-program culmination event for 7-10 graduates and their families.
  • Presented awards and gifts to graduates during church service.
  • Cross-functionally collaborated between church leaders of multiple campuses and interns to provide ministerial and volunteer support during weekend services.
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.

Bible Teacher

City Life Church
09.2016 - 05.2020
  • Taught Bible-based curriculum to groups of 7-10 adult students enrolled in a one-year leadership and discipleship program.
  • Developed curriculum for 14-week course that covered the Grand Narrative of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation.
  • Administered mid-semester and end-of-semester assessments through student presentations and timelines.

Adjunct Professor

Ascent College (formally Bethel College)
08.2014 - 12.2014
  • Taught class on cross-cultural ministry to 7-10 adult students.
  • Developed syllabus, including curriculum standards, lesson plans, and final research project.
  • Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
  • Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
  • Invited and collaborated with community members as guest speakers in class.

Youth Leader

Covenant Youth Of Alaska
08.2011 - 06.2013
  • Developed youth program for 15-20 middle and high school students.
  • Participated in World Vision's 30-Hour Famine project with fifteen students.
  • Provided guidance and support to youth in developing positive self-image and thriving personal relationships.
  • Camp counselor at summer Bible camps in rural villages of Alaska.
  • Organized group activities and outings for youth and led weekly Bible study meetings.
  • Maintained good relationships with parents through regular communication and active participation in planned activities.
  • Preached to congregation of 100 members at First Covenant Church.

PreK-8 Music Teacher

Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School
08.2010 - 05.2011
  • Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords..
  • Incorporated creative activities into lessons to engage students and spark interest in music.
  • Produced and directed Christmas program and end-of-year "Got Talent" show with over 200 students grades K-8.

Education

Master of Divinity -

Denver Seminary
Denver, CO
05.2023

Master of Christian Ministry -

Wayland Baptist University
Anchorage, AK
05.2014

Bachelor of Music Education -

Keene State College
Keene, NH

Skills

  • Online Teaching
  • Individualized Support
  • Learning Assessments
  • Individualized Instruction
  • Technology Integration
  • Group Instruction
  • Curriculum Creation
  • Classroom Presentations
  • Course Planning
  • Online Class Discussion
  • Research and Analysis
  • Lesson Planning

Grants/Scholarships

Merit Scholarship awarded for all four years of study at Denver Seminary.  


Julia A. Amen Scholarship awarded for all four years of study at Denver Seminary.  The Amen Fund provides financial assistance to female students pursuing theological degrees at Denver Seminary. 



Languages

Greek
Professional Working
Hebrew
Professional Working

Timeline

KidLife Ministry Lead

City Life Church
01.2021 - Current

Homeschool Co-Op Director

Waymakers Co-Op
09.2020 - Current

Test Writer

Amplifire
11.2019 - 06.2020

Lead Program Director

City Life Church
08.2017 - 05.2020

Bible Teacher

City Life Church
09.2016 - 05.2020

Adjunct Professor

Ascent College (formally Bethel College)
08.2014 - 12.2014

Youth Leader

Covenant Youth Of Alaska
08.2011 - 06.2013

PreK-8 Music Teacher

Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School
08.2010 - 05.2011

Master of Divinity -

Denver Seminary

Master of Christian Ministry -

Wayland Baptist University

Bachelor of Music Education -

Keene State College
Amy Kimble