Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Bernardo Cruz

San Marcos,CA

Summary

Bilingual professional with a strong foundation in pastoral care and teaching at the collegiate level. Experienced in curriculum development and discussion facilitation, aimed at enhancing spiritual care and theological reflection across educational, denominational and religious boundaries.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Discipleship Pastor

New Vision Church
02.2025 - Current
  • Develop discipleship material, questions and commentaries to support small group leaders.
  • Delivered theologically rich sermons, enhancing spiritual growth and church fellowship.
  • Provided spiritual care through house visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Mentored ministry volunteers, fostering professional development and collaboration within the team.
  • Coordinated church events, promoting participation and strengthening congregation connections.

Professor

Bethesda University
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and delivered engaging course materials for undergraduate programs.
  • Facilitated discussions to foster critical thinking and student engagement in a multicultural environment.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments and provided constructive feedback in person and online.
  • Maintained accreditation standards in course material, syllabi and lectures.

Adjunct Professor

LABI College
08.2024 - Current
  • Mentored students on academic and career development, fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to adapt to diverse learning styles and needs.
  • Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.

Supervisor

Postal Annex
06.2015 - 08.2024
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with postal and shipping regulations
  • Trained and mentored staff on customer service protocols and package handling procedures.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, fostering strong relationships through effective communication.
  • Managed inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels for shipping supplies and materials.

Education

Master of Divinity -

Fuller Theological Seminary
Pasadena, CA
06-2024

Associate of Arts - Bible And Ministry

LABI College
La Puente, CA
05-2019

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

California State University, San Marcos
San Marcos, CA
12-2016

Skills

  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Group Instruction
  • College Level Teaching
  • Discussion Facilitation
  • Pastoral Care
  • Critical Thinking
  • Theological Reflection
  • Bilingual (Spanish)
  • Translate and Interpret
  • Curriculum development
  • Notary Public

Timeline

Discipleship Pastor

New Vision Church
02.2025 - Current

Professor

Bethesda University
08.2024 - Current

Adjunct Professor

LABI College
08.2024 - Current

Supervisor

Postal Annex
06.2015 - 08.2024

Master of Divinity -

Fuller Theological Seminary

Associate of Arts - Bible And Ministry

LABI College

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

California State University, San Marcos
Bernardo Cruz