Ashlyn Watkins
Bedford,TX
Summary
Proficient in event planning and coordination, with a background in managing activities for children's programs that foster engagement and learning. Conducted recruitment processes, including interviews and orientations, while ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols. Evaluated feedback from parents and staff to enhance service satisfaction, demonstrating strong communication skills. Organized special events and created tailored lesson plans that addressed diverse educational needs.
Articulate and diplomatic in communicating with people of all backgrounds, ages and faiths. Eager to bring people of community together through well-planned and executed religious education program.
Well-qualified professional plans and directs student services. Practiced faith-based counselor, organizer, and manager with exemplary record in field. Expertise gained over extensive career in administration.
Compassionate and seasoned professional in directing religious activities and education, with proven background in developing and implementing faith-based programs that foster community engagement and spiritual growth. Skilled in leadership, team building, and curriculum development to meet diverse needs. Successfully enhanced participation rates and facilitated impactful community outreach initiatives, demonstrating strong communication and organizational abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Worship Coordinator
Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.com
Grand Prairie, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Composed original songs for worship services based on Biblical themes or messages from sermons.
- Monitored budget expenses associated with purchasing music materials or hiring musicians and vocalists.
- Maintained an inventory of musical instruments and equipment needed for worship services.
- Coordinated with department managers to adjust employee schedules as needed.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency within the scheduling process.
- Managed daily operations related to employee scheduling such as approving time off requests or assigning shift swaps.
- Developed methods for tracking and managing scheduling data, including shift assignments and time off requests.
- Ensured accuracy of payroll information by verifying employee hours worked against timesheets submitted at the end of each pay period.
- Implemented new systems for efficient scheduling processes such as automated reminders for shift changes or vacation requests.
- Provided support in resolving scheduling conflicts between employees.
- Generated reports on attendance records, leave balances, overtime hours, and other related metrics for management review.
- Created and maintained employee schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels.
Private Nanny
Lauren & David Mwonga
Fort Worth, Texas
04.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
- Transported the children safely to appointments, social engagements or recreational activities.
- Instructed proper hygiene habits such as brushing teeth or washing hands before meals.
- Participated in professional development activities such as trainings or workshops related to childcare topics.
- Provided positive reinforcement through rewards systems for good behavior.
- Facilitated playdates between siblings or friends in order to foster social interaction among peers.
- Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem solving skills.
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Assisted with bedtime routines such as bathing, changing clothes or reading stories.
- Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental and emotional growth for the children.
- Monitored behavior of the children to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
Children's Ministry Supervisor
Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.com
Southlake, Texas
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Evaluated feedback from parents and staff members regarding overall satisfaction with services provided by facility.
- Managed inventory levels by ordering supplies required for upcoming programs and events.
- Assisted with the recruitment process of new employees by conducting interviews and orientations.
- Ensured that all necessary health and safety protocols were being followed at all times.
- Facilitated meaningful conversations between parents and guardians about their children's experiences within the program.
- Supervised playground activities ensuring that rules are adhered too while encouraging social interaction amongst participants.
- Created fun games and activities based on different themes related to educational topics such as science, math, history.
- Researched various resources available for use during activities in order to provide an enriching experience for kids.
- Organized special events such as field trips, movie nights, art projects. for kids to enjoy.
- Developed creative lesson plans tailored to meet the needs of individual students according to their age group.
Children's Ministry Event Worker
Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.com
Grand Prairie, TX
11.2018 - 04.2021
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each child.
- Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure safety of all the children in care.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
- Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richland High School
North Richland Hills, TX05-2021
Associate Degree - Biblical Counseling
The Kings University
Southlake, TXSkills
- Song composition
- Budget management
- Inventory management
- Scheduling coordination
- Event planning
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
Languages
French
Limited
Strengths
- Enneagram 2w3 - The Helper
- StrengthsFinder: Woo, Developer, Arranger, Includer, Responsibilities
- Extroverted, empathetic, and passionate about serving others.
Timeline
Worship Coordinator
Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.com
01.2023 - Current
Children's Ministry Supervisor
Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.com
05.2021 - 12.2022
Private Nanny
Lauren & David Mwonga
04.2021 - 11.2023
Children's Ministry Event Worker
Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.com
11.2018 - 04.2021
High School Diploma -
Richland High School
Associate Degree - Biblical Counseling
The Kings University
Similar Profiles
Benjamin DemarestBenjamin Demarest
Church Volunteer at Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.comChurch Volunteer at Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.com
Victoria EstradaVictoria Estrada
Kids Team Member at Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.comKids Team Member at Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.com
Sofia RodriguezSofia Rodriguez
Kids Activities Team Member at Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.comKids Activities Team Member at Gateway Church Gatewaypeople.com
Sara ChoateSara Choate
Work From Home Customer Service Representative at Connexus Resource GroupWork From Home Customer Service Representative at Connexus Resource Group
Emily GibsonEmily Gibson
7th Grade OL/GT English Teacher at HEBISD7th Grade OL/GT English Teacher at HEBISD