Danielle Lopez
Charleston,South Carolina
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience providing unique volunteer and spiritual opportunities to individuals and groups. Proven ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with members, community organizations, and other leaders. Seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to expand my passion for, understanding of, and experience in organizing for local businesses and industries.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Community and Faith Formation
Unitarian Church In Charleston
10.2018 - Current
- Design and implement programs and ministries, including small group ministries, related to Membership Engagement and Lifelong Faith Formation, in collaboration with the Minister and other leadership teams.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
- Developed and managed budgets for programs related to community development activities.
- Researched best practices for engaging communities through public outreach initiatives.
- Identified potential partnerships with organizations to increase resources available to the community.
- Organized and facilitated meetings and other events to promote personal growth and engagement.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
Lead Preschool Teacher
The O'Quinn School Of Porter Gaud
06.2012 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with faculty members to evaluate and improve curriculum.
- Monitored children at all times to ensure their safety in the classroom setting.
- Modeled behavioral and social skills to help students learn, respect, and enforce proper boundaries.
- Provided diverse materials and resources for children to explore new concepts and learn problem-solving.
- Diversified teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on educational trends.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) - Photography
The Maryland Institute College Of Art
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Community Engagement
- Public Speaking
- Volunteer Training
- Group Facilitating
- Budget Planning
- Educational Programs
Timeline
Director of Community and Faith Formation
Unitarian Church In Charleston
10.2018 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
The O'Quinn School Of Porter Gaud
06.2012 - 06.2019
Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.) - Photography
The Maryland Institute College Of Art