Anita Funcherss
Washington,United States
Summary
Dedicated and passionate job seeker with exceptional organizational skills, eager to contribute to a dynamic team in an entry-level Christian position. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment that supports the achievement of company goals. A proactive approach to problem-solving and a strong desire to learn will enhance team productivity and success. Ready to leverage skills and enthusiasm to make a meaningful impact.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Village Facilitator
Alfred Street Baptist Church
09.2024 - Current
- Delivered high-quality training sessions, ensuring participants developed a thorough understanding of the subject matter.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
- Increased participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into sessions.
- Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
- Led virtual training sessions using web-based platforms while maintaining high levels of participant interaction and engagement throughout the event duration.
- Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
DG Bible Study and Prayer Team Coordinator
Alfred Street Baptist Church
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Strengthened the church community through consistent communication via newsletters, social media posts, and email updates.
- Promoted a culture of prayer throughout the church community, encouraging consistent personal and corporate communication with God.
- Nurtured positive relationships between families within the church community by organizing family-focused events and activities.
- Supported the development of young leaders within the congregation by mentoring and providing opportunities for growth in their spiritual lives.
- Organized and led prayer meetings to foster a community of shared faith and devotion.
Assistant Director/Lead Teacher
FAA/DOT CDC
07.2007 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with Director regarding staffing, enrollment, and revenue.
- Developed effective communication strategies for improved collaboration among team members, resulting in increased productivity.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
- Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
- Coordinated field trips that promote experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Fostered a positive school culture by promoting open communication among staff members and celebrating successes together as a team.
- Ensured compliance with state education standards by regularly reviewing curriculum materials and teaching practices.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Developed strong rapport with each child individually, ensuring their emotional well-being within the preschool setting while fostering an inclusive community.
- Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
Prayer Partner
Crossroads Ministries
10.2020 - 01.2022
- Politely and pleasantly answered calls for prayer
- Used Ministry call pattern and prayed using appropriate Scriptures
- Collected accurate data on forms and submitted them to Ministry
- Consistently reached department goals and standards for calls per hour
Volunteer Member
Justice and Equality
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Interviewed and researched political candidates
- Assisted in creating a DC Council Quick Sheet for residents to increase voting
- Signed petitions to increase funding for marginalized communities
- Served on the Leadership Cohort Committee for Peace of Art to reduce gun violence
Coordinator
Capital City Church
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Increased the number of volunteers for the First Impression Section Host Team by 15%
- Created team-building activities to increase productivity
- Developed a First Impression Team Section Host manual
- Mentored and supervised 15 volunteer team members
Education
M.A.T.S. - Theology
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2022
Graduate Certificate - Biblical Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2020
M.Ed - Educational Psychology
Howard University
Washington, DCSkills
- Adept at developing volunteer connections
- Strategic brainstorming sessions
- Detail-oriented approach
- Collaborative team player
- Organizational and research abilities developed through international exposure
- Proficient in organization techniques
Timeline
Volunteer Village Facilitator
Alfred Street Baptist Church
09.2024 - Current
DG Bible Study and Prayer Team Coordinator
Alfred Street Baptist Church
01.2023 - 01.2026
Prayer Partner
Crossroads Ministries
10.2020 - 01.2022
Volunteer Member
Justice and Equality
07.2020 - 08.2021
Coordinator
Capital City Church
09.2018 - 09.2019
Assistant Director/Lead Teacher
FAA/DOT CDC
07.2007 - 11.2025
Graduate Certificate - Biblical Studies
Liberty University
M.A.T.S. - Theology
Liberty University
M.Ed - Educational Psychology
Howard University
PUBLICATIONS
- Funcherss, Anita. 30 Poems of Love: Love Poems to God. United States of America: Independent Publisher, 2019.
- Funcherss, Anita. Fire Rising. United States of America: Independent Publisher, 2021.