Conner James Brinson
Woodhull,IL
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Student Ministries
Geneseo First Methodist Church
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Leader of all student ministries for youth 6th -12th grade including directing youth group, overseeing and supervising 4-8 staff members, coordinating youth involvement in church events, directing DIY church camp, and all other youth ministries.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
Paraeducator
Quincy Public Schools, Family Center
10.2019 - 06.2021
- Assisted with education and instruction through large group teaching, small groups, play time, and other age-appropriate learning methods
- Part of large school staff made up of administrators, paraeducator, teachers, support staff, nursing staff, etc.
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Youth Ministry Leader
Hope Lutheran Church
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Set goals for youth in church and communicated with parents regarding progress.
- Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Rehtoric And Public Communication
Northermn Illinois University
DeKalb, ILBachelor of Arts - Christian Leadership And Youth Ministry
Liberty University (Transfer From NIU)
Lynchburg, VA12.2021
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Public speaking
- Organization and effective communication
- Administrative Leadership
- Train Staff
- Student Recruitment
- Curriculum Writing
- Student Services
- Experience in diverse working environments
- Budget Expense Tracking
Campus Leadership
- Vice President and Recruitment Chair,
Alpha Sigma Phi International Fraternity
- Club President and Treasurer,
Circle K International, Northern Illinois University Club
- District Treasurer (two terms),
Illinois-Eastern Iowa District, Circle K International
- New Club Building District Chairperson,
Illinois-Eastern Iowa District, Circle K International
- Member and Hall Representative,
Residence Hall Association; NIU
- Member and Move In Committee Member,
Campus Activities Board, NIU
Timeline
Director of Student Ministries
Geneseo First Methodist Church
06.2021 - 07.2023
Paraeducator
Quincy Public Schools, Family Center
10.2019 - 06.2021
Youth Ministry Leader
Hope Lutheran Church
08.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Rehtoric And Public Communication
Northermn Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Leadership And Youth Ministry
Liberty University (Transfer From NIU)
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