Ann Marie Madden
Fishers,Indiana
Summary
Dynamic educator and leader with a rich background in religious and operational roles, notably at St. Louis De Montfort Catholic Church. Excelled in fostering student engagement and applying deep theological knowledge, enhancing learning experiences. Proven success in mentoring, delivering revitalizing lectures to facilitate faith-based education and operations while fostering nurturing and inclusive environment. Achieved significant improvements in team efficiency and student participation. Skilled in curriculum development, critical thinking, and student mentorship. Dependable team player with results-driven approach.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School ReligionTeacher
St. Louis De Montfort Catholic Church
01.2019 - 06.2024
- Facilitated stimulating and thought-provoking class discussions on range of philosophical topics.
- Achieved high class participation by establishing a true relationship with each student, knowing each by name, and meeting them where they were at.
- Established an exceptional educational environment by setting clear and high expectation standards of learning to facilitate engaging classroom management strategies.
- Facilitated student-led projects and activities to supplement coursework to deepen an understanding of the Old Testament, Salvation History and Catholic Church History.
- Developed meaningful relationships with students and families fostering open communication about faith, academic progress and hardships.
- Maintained accurate student records and reports while ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Provided individualized support for struggling students with tutoring and tailored instruction.
- Implemented engaging activities that encouraged students to apply religious concepts to real-life situations with the aid of Theology of the Body, Ignatius spirituality and teachings from the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd.
- Promoted critical thinking skills with challenging assignments and thought-provoking questions regarding morality and Catholic evangelization.
- Organized events such as field trips or guest speakers to provide students with unique opportunities for experiential learning related to religious studies.
- Developed exams and projects to test students' knowledge and understanding of subject matter covered in classes.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to community on topics such as 'What Sin Is' and 'The Power of Forgiveness'.
Owner, Operator
Angel Just For You, Inc.
05.2004 - 08.2018
- Developed, designed and directed operations for family based LLC to help facilitate the faith to children.
- Worked to secure a distributor for merchandise that is still ongoing today.
- Developed business plan, processes and procedures to provide superior service to customers.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and facilitate optimal solutions.
- Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
Faith Formation Leader
Chemin-Neuf Community
09.2013 - 07.2018
- Oversaw weekly activities of 25 volunteers with in the community, fostering an atmosphere to help restore and build faith-based relationships and experiences.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve international Catholic community goals, fostering collaboration between inter-confessional faiths.
- Maintained team flexibility and embraced change to adapt within difficult retreatants and relational issues.
- Used problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Operations Manager
Northern Leasing Systems, Inc.
08.1996 - 06.2001
- Maintained operations for lease funding organization for 5 international financial institutions reporting directing with VP of Operations. Responsible for lease origination, credit scoring and funding. Managed account relationships as liaison for the client and company Management.
- Developed/implemented standards/procedures to improve operations specifically relating to collections. Conducted training sessions, operational procedures, and lease volume/flow.
Retirement Plans Operations Specialist
Franklin Templeton Mutual Funds
12.1994 - 08.1996
- Supervised industry regulations for retirement contributions and beneficiary awards and resolved analytical problems for shareholders concerning beneficiary distributions.
- Prepared written correspondence/data reports for beneficiaries and supervised team to review documents and process beneficiary requests/transactions.
Education
Master of Arts - Masters in Applied Theology; Pathway in Religious
Maryvale Institute
Birmingham, England 05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12-1994
Associate of Arts -
St. Petersburg Junior College
Clearwater, FL07-1991
Skills
- Deep theological knowledge
- Student engagement
- Excellent communication
- Remote learning support
Certification
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Certification for Level I & II
Points of Interest
- Within SLDM school, voted by fellow teachers to win the St. Mother Theodore Guerin Teacher of the Year Award for the 2023-2024 school year.
- Third Order Franciscan - Initiated in the Galway Abbey Church, Galway Ireland, 2004
Timeline
Middle School ReligionTeacher
St. Louis De Montfort Catholic Church
01.2019 - 06.2024
Faith Formation Leader
Chemin-Neuf Community
09.2013 - 07.2018
Owner, Operator
Angel Just For You, Inc.
05.2004 - 08.2018
Operations Manager
Northern Leasing Systems, Inc.
08.1996 - 06.2001
Retirement Plans Operations Specialist
Franklin Templeton Mutual Funds
12.1994 - 08.1996
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Certification for Level I & II
Master of Arts - Masters in Applied Theology; Pathway in Religious
Maryvale Institute
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of South Florida
Associate of Arts -
St. Petersburg Junior College
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