Catherine Lynch
Springfield,MO
Summary
Over a decade of experience recruiting, retaining, and facilitating the progress of students through multi-year programs. Highly skilled in helping students to develop responsibility for their own education and to navigate an educational curriculum. Able to maintain detailed records, to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal communications, and to solve complex problems.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Religious Education
St. Teresa Of Avila Catholic Church
05.2011 - 05.2022
- Recruited, enrolled, and supervised the progress of students throughout a multi-year curriculum.
- Developed age-appropriate curricula, fostering spiritual development at every stage.
- Trained, scheduled, and supported a cadre of dozens of volunteer teachers
- Maintained records for program budgeting, teacher training, and student progress.
Resident Head
University Of Chicago
08.1992 - 08.1995
- Met with students to review goals, address issues and provide support.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by developing and implementing engaging community programs and events.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among residents, promoting open communication and mutual understanding between parties involved.
- Developed and enforced safety policies and procedures to drive safety and well-being of students.
Bookstore Clerk
Seminary Coop Bookstore, University Of Chicago
08.1989 - 08.1991
- Helped students navigate textbook selection process.
- Improved store efficiency with thorough inventory management and timely restocking.
- Processed incoming and outgoing book orders.
Social Worker
Crime Victim Center
08.1984 - 08.1985
- Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
- Conducted home interventions in domestic abuse cases.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
Education
Certificate in The Liberal Arts - 4-year Great Books Program
University of Chicago, Graham School
Chicago, IL06.2024
Master of Arts - Religious Education
St Louis University
St Louis, MO01.2011
1 Year of Graduate Course Work - Social Work
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, ILBachelor of Arts - Philosophy
College of St Benedict
St. Joseph, MN06.1986
Skills
- Program Planning
- Community Engagement
- Individual Counseling
- Multitasking
- Record Keeping
- Problem Solving
- Student Retention
- Curricular Development
- MS Office, Excel, Canvas
Timeline
Director of Religious Education
St. Teresa Of Avila Catholic Church
05.2011 - 05.2022
Resident Head
University Of Chicago
08.1992 - 08.1995
Bookstore Clerk
Seminary Coop Bookstore, University Of Chicago
08.1989 - 08.1991
Social Worker
Crime Victim Center
08.1984 - 08.1985
Certificate in The Liberal Arts - 4-year Great Books Program
University of Chicago, Graham School
Master of Arts - Religious Education
St Louis University
1 Year of Graduate Course Work - Social Work
Loyola University of Chicago
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
College of St Benedict
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