Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
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Catalina Soto

Hackensack

Summary

Dedicated leader with over 30 years of experience in pastoral care and mentoring. Skilled in sermon development and effective communication, contributing to enhanced community outreach and spiritual growth within diverse congregations. Proven ability to foster effective church administration and enhance community outreach initiatives.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Pastor

The Remnant Church
Saddle Brook
02.1990 - Current
  • Provided pastoral care, offering support to individuals and families in need.
  • Developed sermon series based on scripture, addressing contemporary issues and needs.
  • Mentored church staff and volunteers, enhancing leadership skills and ministry effectiveness.
  • Oversaw church administration, ensuring smooth operations and proper resource allocation.

Teacher Assistant

Hackensack Board Of Education
Hackensack
09.2002 - 06.2007
  • Assisted teachers in preparing educational materials and classroom setups.
  • Supported students with daily activities and learning tasks.
  • Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Organized classroom resources and maintained a clean learning environment.
  • Participated in training sessions to improve instructional techniques and support services.

Bible Institute Teacher

Iglesia La Misericordia
Bergenfield
01.2004 - 12.2004
  • Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs.
  • Facilitated classroom discussions promoting critical thinking and participation.
  • Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress effectively.
  • Adapted teaching methods for varied learning styles and abilities in students.

Bible Study Leader

Bergen County Jail
Hackensack
06.1999 - 06.2000
  • Led weekly Bible study sessions for diverse groups, fostering community engagement.
  • Facilitated open discussions to encourage participation and spiritual growth among attendees.
  • Collaborated with church staff to integrate Bible study into broader community outreach programs.
  • Provided guidance on scriptural applications in daily life, promoting personal reflection and growth.

Bible Study Leader

Fishkill Correctional Facility
Fishkill
04.1988 - 04.1990
  • Led weekly Bible study sessions for diverse groups, fostering community engagement.
  • Facilitated open discussions to encourage participation and spiritual growth among attendees.
  • Collaborated with church staff to integrate Bible study into broader community outreach programs.
  • Provided guidance on scriptural applications in daily life, promoting personal reflection and growth.

Education

Biblical Institue - Bible Studies

Bible Institute Assemblies of God
05-1988

High School Diploma -

Colegio Dr. Francisco Arizaga Luque
Guayaquil, Ecuador
08-1981

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology

Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ

Some College (No Degree) - Law

Universidad Estatal De Guayaquil
Guayaquil, Ecuador

Skills

  • Pastoral care
  • Sermon development
  • Church administration
  • Leadership mentoring
  • Community outreach
  • Conflict resolution
  • Public speaking
  • Counseling
  • Spiritual guidance
  • Strategic planning

Accomplishments

  • Honorarium Doctorate Degree
  • Bible Institute
  • City of Hackensack Leadership Recognition Award

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Chaplaincy
  • CPR Certified

Timeline

Bible Institute Teacher

Iglesia La Misericordia
01.2004 - 12.2004

Teacher Assistant

Hackensack Board Of Education
09.2002 - 06.2007

Bible Study Leader

Bergen County Jail
06.1999 - 06.2000

Senior Pastor

The Remnant Church
02.1990 - Current

Bible Study Leader

Fishkill Correctional Facility
04.1988 - 04.1990

Biblical Institue - Bible Studies

Bible Institute Assemblies of God

High School Diploma -

Colegio Dr. Francisco Arizaga Luque

Some College (No Degree) - Psychology

Bergen Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Law

Universidad Estatal De Guayaquil