Chris Gutierrez
Buena Park,CA
Summary
High-energy Teacher & Coach with over 10 years of YL Staff Experience passionate about developing students & adult volunteers to their full potential. Creative thinker willing to support existing ministry & pour into staff and volunteers while initiating & building a new YL ministry at a local high school
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Teacher / Varsity Lacrosse Coach
Downey Unified School District
Downey, CA
05.2021 - Current
- Individualized lessons according to students’ interests, strengths & needs
- Prepared engaging and stimulating lessons to capture students attention and interest.
- 3 Years Coaching, Motivating, Recruiting, & Training High School Boys Lacrosse Team.
- Collaborated with colleagues to facilitate individual and group success across subject matter.
- Developed new fundraising for of Team Equipment / Uniforms (approx. $20,000 per year)
Area Director
Young Life
Riverside, CA
09.2012 - 07.2019
- Disciple adult & college aged-leaders through training, community building events, and bible study
- Expand existing/create new annual fund-raising events & strategies for area budget
- Leading multiple teams of adult volunteer & student-leaders at multiple sites for ministry
- Executed new recruitment & training strategies for new board members & adult volunteer leaders
- Train and empower volunteers to evangelize & disciple others and find their God-given vocation
- Passion for equipping people with tools to live emotionally healthy & vibrant lives.
High School Coach
Riverside Polytechnic High School
Riverside, CA
10.2012 - 05.2019
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- 6 Seasons Total (Boys Soccer & Lacrosse)
- Planned special events such as banquets or fundraisers related to athletics program.
Young Life Latino Student Staff
Young Life Beach Cities
- Leading a team of 10 adult volunteer leaders & student leaders at Mission Bay High School
- Uniquely trained in LSS Multi-Cultural/Urban curriculum
- Disciple students thru weekly campaigners, scripture memorization, and one-on-ones
- Successfully train/equip potential new leaders in area.
Speech and Debate Team
PLNU
San Diego, CA
- Leadership skills: Captain from 2007-2009 (National Champions in 2009)
- Exceptional ability to work and succeed under stressful conditions.
Education
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Mathematics -
Vanguard University
01.2020
B.A. Managerial and Organizational Communication -
Point Loma Nazarene University
01.2010
Skills
- Student Mentoring
- Passion for Health & Discipleship
- Great Communication: Written, Oral, Email
- Effective Visionary
- Outgoing and Friendly
- Fundraising & Event Planning
- Experience with Multi-Cultural / Diverse Youth
- Adept at Supporting/Empathizing with Others
- Conflict Management & Resolution
- Passion for Students & Their Development
- Team Player with Collaboration Skills
- Teachable, & Life-Long Learner
- Attention to Detail & Problem Solver
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher / Varsity Lacrosse Coach
Downey Unified School District
05.2021 - Current
High School Coach
Riverside Polytechnic High School
10.2012 - 05.2019
Area Director
Young Life
09.2012 - 07.2019
Young Life Latino Student Staff
Young Life Beach Cities
Speech and Debate Team
PLNU
Single Subject Teaching Credential - Mathematics -
Vanguard University
B.A. Managerial and Organizational Communication -
Point Loma Nazarene University
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