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Cynthia Shepler

11295 Crabapple Rd, Roswell,GA

Summary

Passionate about drawing children closer to God by showing them Jesus through storytelling, core subjects, drama, music and the world around them. Specializing in age-appropriate thematic teaching, tethering the word of God to all instruction.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Children's Worship and Arts

Fellowship Bible Church
09.2006 - 05.2020
  • Authored and implemented innovative worship programs and lesson plans to train in vocal performance, theater, dance and instruments.
  • Held worship team of 100 children and help 21 volunteer staff accountable to facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
  • Developed programs for holidays and unique events.
  • Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
  • Ensured safety and security of program children at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
  • Adapted classroom plans to support needs of children with special learning requirements.

Homeschool Teacher

Jesus
08.2004 - 05.2020
  • Created and adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests including performing arts and sports.
  • Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
  • Planned field trips to destinations appropriate for curriculum. (Colonial Williamsburg, Covered Wagon Adventure on the Oregon Trail, etc.)
  • Created and developed lesson plans based on days of creation including all subjects for K/1

Lead Kindergarten Teacher (Curriculum Writer)

NewSong Christian Academy
08.1997 - 05.2000
  • Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
  • Exercised effective classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
  • Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons. (hatching eggs, roman feasts, drama reenactments, music)
  • Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
  • Created and maintained stimulating learning environments through original, interactive classroom layouts and displays.
  • Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children.
  • Incorporated art, music and physical activity into curriculum for well-rounded education.

Children's Choir Director

NewSong Christian Church
08.1996 - 05.1998
  • Educated students on proper vocal techniques and vocal warm-ups.
  • Conducted rehearsals to keep performers prepared for performances.
  • Worked with both adults and children and shaped approaches to align with student experience level and musical knowledge.
  • Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
  • Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.

Children's Ministry Admin

NewSong Christian Church
03.1996 - 05.1998
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Second Grade Teacher

Lynchburg Christian Academy
01.1995 - 05.1995
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
  • NOT SURE THIS BULLET IS ADDITIVE - Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
  • Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings, and meet learning needs.
  • Implemented all areas of performing arts into classroom curriculum.

Professional Vocalist

TRUTH
06.1988 - 07.1990
  • One of 4 lead female vocalists in established Christian vocal group
  • Contributed to more than 400 live performances, traveling extensively within US
  • Recorded several studio recording projects as part of group

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Psychology

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
05.1995

Skills

  • Performance Plans
  • Group Activities
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Audio Editing
  • Rehearsal Organization
  • Curriculum Writing
  • Music Management
  • Worship Service Planning
  • Small Group Leadership
  • Special Events
  • Christian Education
  • Lesson Plans
  • Worship Leadership
  • Stage Designs
  • Music Production

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 21 staff members
  • Directed and managed a worship and arts program of 100 children
  • Created curriculum for K-5th classroom and performing arts.

Timeline

Director of Children's Worship and Arts

Fellowship Bible Church
09.2006 - 05.2020

Homeschool Teacher

Jesus
08.2004 - 05.2020

Lead Kindergarten Teacher (Curriculum Writer)

NewSong Christian Academy
08.1997 - 05.2000

Children's Choir Director

NewSong Christian Church
08.1996 - 05.1998

Children's Ministry Admin

NewSong Christian Church
03.1996 - 05.1998

Second Grade Teacher

Lynchburg Christian Academy
01.1995 - 05.1995

Professional Vocalist

TRUTH
06.1988 - 07.1990

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education/Psychology

Liberty University

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