Deniyah Lockman
Joliet,IL
Summary
I have been in sports all my life. I even was the captain of my own AAU basketball team. I also show these leadership qualities in volunteering for the church. I also magazines a 4.788 GPA in highschool. I was in all AP classes and worked very hard to receive good grades. I also had perfect attendance and made sure to keep up a high GPA while playing basketball, and running track. I now am a 3 sport collegiate athlete and still maintain a 3.9 GPA on a 4.00 grading scale. I am able to multitask and keep up with work and other aspects of life
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Church Youth Leader
Pilgrim Missionary Baptist
Hickory Hills, IL
03.2019 - 05.2022
- Mentored young individuals on personal and spiritual growth, resulting in an increase in overall youth group participation.
- Engaged youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
- Provided counseling to students with spiritual and personal issues and maintained relationships with students.
- Developed strong connections with youth members by organizing engaging and interactive group activities.
- Organized group activities and outings for youth and led weekly Bible study meetings.
- Maintained good relationships with parents through regular communication and active participation in planned activities.
- Organized weekly Bible study sessions to foster a deeper understanding of religious teachings among youth members.
- Organized large group events such as faith-based outings, fundraisers and sports competitions to integrate youth group and community.
- Established safe spaces during gatherings for open dialogue about faith-related questions or concerns among young people.
- Promoted inclusivity by adapting activities to accommodate diverse needs and abilities of all members involved in youth ministry programs.
- Recruited and trained volunteers to work with youth, confirming adequate volunteer support and adult-to-youth ratios.
- Facilitated open communication between parents and the youth ministry, ensuring all concerns were addressed promptly and effectively.
- Implemented creative strategies for outreach initiatives, attracting new members to the church''s youth program.
- Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
- Participated in religious ceremonies and events.
- Coached, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative, and poised team members.
- Mentored and coached youth in developing communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Criminal Justice, Psychology
Graceland University
Lamoni, IAHigh School Diploma -
Joliet West High School
Joliet, IL05.2023
Skills
- Teaching and instruction
- Inclusivity and diversity
- Biblical Knowledge
- Collaborative mindset
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Budgeting and finance
- Fundraising expertise
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Strong Role Model
- Relationship Building
- Emotional Support
- Work Prioritization
- Conflict Resolution
- Youth enrichment
- Youth Mentoring
- Effective Organization
- Enforcing Rules
- Policy compliance
- Volunteer Management
- Financial Management
- Academic Support
- Clerical Support
- Attendance Records
- Creative Thinking
- Activity Planning and Leadership
- Punctual and Dependable
- Decision-Making
- Classroom Organization
- Sorting and Organizing
- Positive Reinforcement
- Microsoft Office
- Flexible Schedule
- Infant Care
- Parent Communication
- Appointment Scheduling
- Public Speaking
- Classroom Instruction
- Peer Mentoring
- Email and Phone Etiquette
- Activity Coordination
- Member Assistance
- Playroom Organization
- Mail Sorting and Distribution
- Lessons Implementation
- Welcome Packet Preparation
- Punctuality
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Math
- Reading
- Writing
Accomplishments
I have been inducted into the NHS and the Spanish honor society during my high school stay. I am also now the Academic Student Council representative for my college.
Certification
I am Food Safety certified due to me taking 2 years of culinary arts in high school.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Church Youth Leader
Pilgrim Missionary Baptist
03.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor Of Arts - Criminal Justice, Psychology
Graceland University
High School Diploma -
Joliet West High School