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Dr. Ryan E Jennings
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Dr. Ryan E Jennings

Pearland,TX

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

Teaching PastorCampus PastorAssistant PrincipalPrincipal

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeConsulting

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Pearland, TX
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$85000/yr - $115000/yr

Summary

Accomplished leader bringing more than 25 years of expertise in cultivating and shepherding community in churches and 10 years of community service and leadership in public schools. Successful at providing mentoring and training to volunteers, staff and students. Proven record of creating meaningful, authentic relationships with co-workers, parents, and students. Highly skilled at counseling and mentoring at-risk students and struggling adults. Excited to bring talent and servant leadership to a school and community.

Overview

1
1
Certification
34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher/Coaching Assistant

Alvin ISD
Alvin, TX
07.2025 - Current
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
  • Facilitated classroom management strategies to promote a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to refine curriculum and enhance educational outcomes.
  • Coached and mentored athletes on and off the field to be leaders with strong moral character.

Lead Pastor

Real Life Ministries
Alvin, TX
04.2016 - 03.2026
  • Fostered spiritual development through targeted sermon series and developed small group programs for all ages.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry expansion and sustainability.
  • Oversaw financial management for the church, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources and budget allocation.
  • Recruited trained, and mentored volunteer leaders to assist in various ministries, enhancing overall effectiveness.

Teacher

Pearland ISD
Pearland, TX
12.2015 - 07.2025
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Improved student achievement on standardized tests through enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, group projects, hands-on activities and labs.
  • As Department Chair: Collaborated with other teachers to plan lessons, mentor teachers, and evaluate the success of curriculum and instructional methods.
  • Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.

Senior Pastor

Shadycrest Baptist Church
Pearland, TX
08.2010 - 11.2015
  • Built strong relationships with community organizations, collaborating on projects that aligned with shared values and goals.
  • Mentored associate pastors in their professional development journey, sharing expertise in public speaking, interpretation, writing, counseling techniques, relationship building, and administrative tasks.
  • Managed budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.

Senior Pastor

Westwood Baptist Church
Tyler, TX
06.2005 - 02.2010
  • Strengthened community outreach efforts by implementing targeted programs, resulting in increased local impact and visibility.
  • Directed special events such as weddings or funerals with sensitivity to individual needs while upholding religious traditions unique to each situation.
  • Managed budgets responsibly, allocating funds appropriately to support ongoing ministry initiatives and maintaining the long-term financial health of the church.

Youth Pastor

Various Churches
01.1992 - 01.2005
  • 13 years experience building lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
  • Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
  • Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
  • Managed groups of 100-200 students regularly and recruited volunteers and sponsors for each event and weekly program.

Living Unit Coordinator

Happy Hill Farm & Academy
Granbury, TX
01.1995 - 01.1997
  • Collaborated, communicated and engaged with family and support system to support client rehabilitation process.
  • Counseled and mentored students toward the goal of reaching their individual growth plans.
  • Managed a complex program of spiritual, emotional, academic, social, and physical rehabilitation for 34 teenagers who lived with us full-time (8 students at a time).

Education

Master of Educational Leadership - School Administration

Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, OK
12.2023

Doctor of Ministry - Communication

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Fort Worth, TX
01.2009

Master of Divinity (BL) - Theology

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Fort Worth, TX
01.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies

Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX
01.1995

Skills

  • Community Service
  • Multicultural Sensitivity
  • Relationship Building
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Written Communication
  • Budget Oversight
  • Staff Management
  • Teaching
  • Volunteer Management
  • Public Speaking

Job Search Objective

Mentoring the next generation of productive community members and leaders by leading school staff and students to reach their potential through authentic relationships and high academic and moral standards.

Spouse

Annette Patrice Hurst, School Teacher (16 years experience), DBU graduate (1995), married 30 years (since December 1993)

Personal Information

  • Children: Nathan Ryan (29), Emma Irene (25), Daniel Edward (23)
  • Date of Birth: 06/08/73, Houma, Louisiana

References

  • Dr. Aaron Webb, Principal, Alvin Junior High, 281-245-2770, awebb@alvinisd.net
  • Amanda Gordon, Principal, Jamison Middle School, 404-620-5513, gordonat@pearlandisd.org
  • Chris McGlothlin, Associate Principal, Jamison Middle School, 832-620-4669, mcglothlinc@pearlandisd.org
  • Linda Petter, Associate Pastor, Real Life Ministries, 281-780-1131, lindapetter0105@att.net

Hobbies and Interests

  • Guitar, Singing
  • Reading, Writing
  • Scuba Diving, Travel

Certification

Principal Certification (Texas & Oklahoma)

Licensed Teacher, Core Subjects, Grades 4th-8th (Texas & Oklahoma)

ESL Certified, Grades 4th-8th (Texas)

ESL Certified, K-12 (Oklahoma)

T-Tess Certified (Texas; 2024-25)

Timeline

Teacher/Coaching Assistant

Alvin ISD
07.2025 - Current

Lead Pastor

Real Life Ministries
04.2016 - 03.2026

Teacher

Pearland ISD
12.2015 - 07.2025

Senior Pastor

Shadycrest Baptist Church
08.2010 - 11.2015

Senior Pastor

Westwood Baptist Church
06.2005 - 02.2010

Living Unit Coordinator

Happy Hill Farm & Academy
01.1995 - 01.1997

Youth Pastor

Various Churches
01.1992 - 01.2005

Master of Educational Leadership - School Administration

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Doctor of Ministry - Communication

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Master of Divinity (BL) - Theology

Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies

Dallas Baptist University

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