Andrew Porter
Dumfries,VA
Summary
Experienced nonprofit leader specializing in youth engagement and worship facilitation with the ability to effectively communicate vision and mission. Expertise in mentoring volunteers, planning impactful events, and delivering engaging communication that strengthens community ties and supports spiritual development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Pastor
First Baptist Church of Woodbridge
Woodbridge, VA
12.2017 - Current
- Led youth services and programs to foster spiritual growth and community engagement.
- Coordinated weekly Bible study sessions for teenagers and young adults.
- Developed mentorship initiatives connecting youth with adult leaders in the congregation.
- Facilitated training workshops for volunteer leaders in youth ministry best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents to address concerns and share program updates.
- Planned and executed annual retreats focusing on faith-based learning experiences.
- Coordinated special events such as lock-ins, concerts and conferences for students.
- Cultivated relationships with parents of students by providing guidance and support.
- Monitored budgeting needs for all student ministry programs.
- Recruited, trained and supervised volunteer staff for student ministry programs.
- Created engaging sermons that were relevant to the student population.
- Served as a liaison between church leadership and the youth department.
- Provided pastoral care to students in the form of counseling, mentoring and discipleship.
- Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
- Collaborated with staff and volunteers to administer pastoral care in times of celebration and grief.
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
- Referred families and individuals to community support services, psychologists, or doctors for necessary care.
Contemporary Worship Lead
First Baptist Church of Woodbridge
Woodbridge, VA
03.2016 - Current
- Led weekly worship services, coordinating music and volunteer participation.
- Developed engaging worship programs that fostered community involvement and spiritual growth.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to plan special events and seasonal services.
- Recruited, equipped and motivated band members for professional accompaniment.
- Trained and mentored musicians, enhancing performance skills and team dynamics.
- Mentored and coached volunteers who serve as part of the worship ministry team.
- Managed audio-visual equipment, ensuring high-quality sound and presentation during services.
- Evaluated worship experiences, gathering feedback for continuous improvement in services.
Secondary School Principal
Christ Chapel Academy
Woodbridge, USA
08.2015 - 12.2017
- Supervision, evaluation and observation of 25 instructors in grades 6-12 within a non-profit, Christian, educational organization
- Responsible for development and implementation of master class schedule
- Communicates verbally and orally the mission and vision of the school to key constituents and stakeholders within the community
- Gathers, analyzes and evaluates key data to ensure the quality of the academic, social and spiritual program of the school including recommending and impacting change when necessary.
- Responsible for cultivating a positive and encouraging working and learning environment for staff, students and families
- Developed and implemented school-wide academic policies and programs.
- Supervised faculty and staff to ensure effective instruction and support.
- Collaborated with parents and community to enhance student learning experiences.
- Managed budgetary allocations for educational resources and activities.
- Conducted regular evaluations of teaching methods and curriculum effectiveness.
- Facilitated professional development workshops for staff growth and improvement.
- Led strategic planning initiatives to align school goals with community needs.
- Promoted a positive school culture through conflict resolution and communication strategies.
- Evaluated teaching performance through classroom observations and feedback sessions.
Instructor
Christ Chapel Academy
Woodbridge, USA
11.2010 - 12.2017
- Plans and implements lesson plans to students ages 11-18 on subjects relating to Religion, Psychology, and Religious Music and Arts
- Evaluates student performance and knowledge base through testing and creative projects
- Responsible for consistent communication with supervisor and parents of students
- Responsible for written and oral presentation of material for students, parents, and colleagues
- Establishes and maintains professional and positive relationships with students and their families
- Non-profit, Christian, educational organization
Assistant Principal - Dean of Men
Christ Chapel Academy
Woodbridge, USA
08.2012 - 07.2015
- Assists in teacher/instructor classroom instruction evaluations including lesson plan checks and adherence to organizational policies and procedures
- Analyze behavioral situations with students to implement appropriate action
- Facilitate parent/teacher conferences to reach desired outcomes for academic, social, spiritual success
- Member of administration, management team leading organizational decisions and implementing programs
- Evaluates potential students to determine academic and social readiness for admission to private school organization
- Non-profit, Christian, educational organization
Part-Time Pastor of Worship and Music
Hope Hill Church
Manassas, USA
09.2010 - 08.2013
- Plans and implements weekly worship logistics (to include music, bible readings, poetry, and other creative elements)
- Manages and leads a team of 15 adult singers and musicians
- Contributes to overall church planning and vision implementation
- Ministers to individuals and families in need, to include pastoral counseling
- On a seasonal basis, serves as the Pastor of Missional events, which requires planning, coordinating, and co-leading large church-led charity and public service events with a team of 40-50 volunteers.
Pastor to Families with Students
Woodbridge Church of the Nazarene
Woodbridge, USA
08.2006 - 08.2010
- Builds and maintains a team of 10-15 leaders centered on a common mission and vision to invest in the lives of students ages 12-18.
- Organize weekly, monthly and yearly events ranging in attendance from 50-200.
- Responsible for maintaining a budget of approximately $7,000.00 and accurately reporting expenses for ministry.
- Responsible for regular written and oral communication with students and their families including counseling students and families.
Pastor of Worship and Music
Woodbridge Church of the Nazarene
Woodbridge, USA
08.2006 - 08.2010
- Led, facilitated, and inspired a team of 20 volunteers each week in corporate gatherings.
- Coordinated with instrumentalists and vocalists by providing written music, printed schedules, and organizing weekly rehearsals and practice times to ensure effective preparation for worship services.
- Communicated regularly through written and oral methods to enhance volunteer engagement and clarity in ministry activities.
- Maintained a budget of approximately $7,000.00 and reported expenses accurately for ministry.
- Designed and developed creative media presentations using PowerPoint, Keynote, EasyWorship, and Publisher, incorporating graphic artwork and message planning to enrich worship experiences.
Enrollment Counselor
Eastern Nazarene College
Quincy, USA
09.2005 - 08.2006
- Recruited prospective students for Eastern Nazarene College on the Philadelphia, Mid-Atlantic and Offzone Areas acting as the "face" of the college while offering excellent customer and constituent service.
- Built relationships between Eastern Nazarene College and the constituency in the Eastern Educational Region and prospective students.
- Assisted students with the college admissions process.
- Planned travel and tracked expense reports for approximately 15-20 nights away per month.
- Responsible for being a part of the ENC Admissions Team: including developing strategies for reaching new students, maintaining relationships with Eastern Education Region, planning and coordinating events at Eastern Nazarene College for prospective students.
Interim Minister of Music
North Street Community Chapel
Hingham, USA
05.2005 - 10.2005
- Led weekly music program to include coordinating practices, directing the worship team, and planning song lists for Corporate Worship.
Chapel Coordinator
Eastern Nazarene College
Quincy, USA
09.2004 - 05.2005
- Responsible for logistical planning and implementation of 25 volunteers in service to the institution through worship and arts.
- Incorporated sensory worship technology into services.
- Collaborated with College Chaplain to plan Chapel Worship services.
Youth Worker
North River Community Church
Pembroke, USA
09.2001 - 05.2005
- Facilitated small groups to strengthen relationships and foster accountability within youth ministry.
- Coordinated diverse group activities, including large-group and small-group educational sessions, to engage youth.
- Directed worship and organized logistics for youth ministry meetings, effectively managing gatherings of 35-75 students.
Education
Masters - Educational Leadership
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA12-2015
Bachelor of Arts - Religion
Eastern Nazarene College
Quincy, MA05-2005
Skills
- Team leadership
- Event coordination
- Youth Engagement
- Public speaking
- Youth counseling
- Worship leadership
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
Phone
cell, 703-895-4178
Timeline
Student Pastor
First Baptist Church of Woodbridge
12.2017 - Current
Contemporary Worship Lead
First Baptist Church of Woodbridge
03.2016 - Current
Secondary School Principal
Christ Chapel Academy
08.2015 - 12.2017
Assistant Principal - Dean of Men
Christ Chapel Academy
08.2012 - 07.2015
Instructor
Christ Chapel Academy
11.2010 - 12.2017
Part-Time Pastor of Worship and Music
Hope Hill Church
09.2010 - 08.2013
Pastor to Families with Students
Woodbridge Church of the Nazarene
08.2006 - 08.2010
Pastor of Worship and Music
Woodbridge Church of the Nazarene
08.2006 - 08.2010
Enrollment Counselor
Eastern Nazarene College
09.2005 - 08.2006
Interim Minister of Music
North Street Community Chapel
05.2005 - 10.2005
Chapel Coordinator
Eastern Nazarene College
09.2004 - 05.2005
Youth Worker
North River Community Church
09.2001 - 05.2005
Masters - Educational Leadership
Regent University
Bachelor of Arts - Religion
Eastern Nazarene College