Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Additional Information
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Cole McKinney

South Boston,VA

Summary

As someone who has worn many hats, I’ve learned that serving others well can mean many things. Whether you’re leading or learning, serving is something that first comes from the heart. Our attitude and willingness is foundational for growth and change, and it is my goal is to bring that very spirit to the workplace, wherever that may be.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher

Halifax County High School
2021.08 - Current
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.

Youth / Associate Pastor

Buffalo Baptist Church
2014.03 - 2021.05
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.

Teacher

First Baptist Weekday School
2020.09 - 2021.02
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.

Grocery Stocker

Food Lion
2018.03 - 2019.07
  • Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
  • Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
  • Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
  • Maintained effective team member communication.

Construction Worker / Painter

Family Business
2012.01 - 2016.08
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Christian Counseling

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
08.2020

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Danville Community College
08.2014

Skills

  • Communication
  • Educating
  • Problem-Solving
  • Artistic Activities Coordination
  • Business Writing
  • Writing Style Editing
  • Product or Services Intelligence

Certification

  • Licensed Minister - 2016. Provided by Grace Baptist Church, Virgilina VA

Additional Information

  • VBS Leader for Grace Baptist Church. 6 Years
  • Pulpit Supply Minister for various local churches. 6 years
  • Blog Writer for Buffalo Baptist Church

Timeline

Teacher

Halifax County High School
2021.08 - Current

Teacher

First Baptist Weekday School
2020.09 - 2021.02

Grocery Stocker

Food Lion
2018.03 - 2019.07

Youth / Associate Pastor

Buffalo Baptist Church
2014.03 - 2021.05

Construction Worker / Painter

Family Business
2012.01 - 2016.08

Bachelor of Arts - Christian Counseling

Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Danville Community College
  • Licensed Minister - 2016. Provided by Grace Baptist Church, Virgilina VA
Cole McKinney