EILEEN ALVAREZ
Leesburg,Florida
Summary
Energetic educator with proven skills in teaching diverse subjects. Keep classrooms organized and students on-task to facilitate effective learning. Diligent and adaptable in meeting individual student needs with warm, safe educational environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Ministry Support Specialist
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Support for all ministries within the church & school
- Published Parishioner Directory
- Created weekly e-News with video content
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Student Ministry Director
Morrison United Methodist Church
11.2021 - 05.2024
- As the Student Ministry Director, oversaw students 0 years to 25 years old
- Lead students by encouraging, equipping, and empowering them to grow into disciples of Jesus Christ by nurturing their Christian identity and teaching them the gospel
- Built relationships between families, volunteers, and students
- Fostered relationships with local schools, participating in campus events as a speaker or mentor to reach more potential participants of the Student Ministry program.
- Increased attendance at weekly meetings through targeted social media campaigns promoting upcoming events.
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating creative activities and relevant discussions into ministry programs.
- Created meaningful worship experiences for youth gatherings by coordinating with the worship team on song selections, themes, and multimedia content.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Produce all communications for Student Ministry in e-newsletters, Facebook post, Instagram, Text in Church, and printed communication
- Started puppet ministry children's message
- Successfully fundraised $18,000 for mission trip
- Planned all events, trips, and mission work
- Created Contemporary Student Band
- Created Young Adult ministry.
- Spearheaded a mentorship program, pairing adult volunteers with students for one-on-one support and guidance.
- Collaborated closely with senior church leadership on long-term strategic planning initiatives surrounding Student Ministries' growth.
- Managed budgets efficiently for various programs within the Student Ministry department to ensure responsible use of resources.
- Developed comprehensive curriculum for student ministry, ensuring a strong foundation in faith-based principles.
Communications Assistant
North Lake Presbyterian Church
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Created graphics, logos and designs
- Office duties such as copies, mailing, printing and filing.
- Proofread corporate materials before publication or distribution, maintaining quality standards and brand consistency.
- Provided administrative support to senior communications staff, ensuring smooth project management and execution.
- Boosted social media engagement through creating compelling content and monitoring online conversations.
- Coordinated with creative and design teams to produce high-quality visuals for marketing materials.
- Maintained corporate website using content management systems and associated plugins.
- Created social media content across multiple platforms according to content calendars and promotion schedules.
Asst. Manager/Stylist
Great Clips, INC
09.2014 - 06.2019
- Maintained daily and weekly store reports
- Maintained all store product sales and ordering of products
- Provide clientele with all 5 steps within 7-12 minute suggested Great Clips program.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
Youth Leader
St. Lawrence Catholic Church
08.2013 - 05.2016
- Unified all teens within the Church from diverse backgrounds by creating a bilingual class atmosphere
- Improved volunteering within the body of the Church by encouraging youth to participate in areas usually served by elders
- Created a series of quizzes to ensure information retention that included music, games and fellowship.
- Served as a positive role model for young individuals, demonstrating responsible decision-making skills and ethical behavior.
- Encouraged youth to explore talents and interests, and assisted in developing individualized plans to foster personal growth.
- Coordinated and led weekly youth meetings, facilitating conversations and activities to promote team building and leadership development.
- Empowered young people by offering them opportunities to lead group discussions or present on topics they were passionate about.
- Managed event planning logistics, ensuring successful execution of various youth activities and outings.
Youth Ministry Director
St. Patrick Catholic Church
09.2008 - 10.2011
- Developed youth enrichment activities within the parish
- Facilitator and Instructor of a 6-week Summer Camp for children Pre-K to 8th grades included Bible, Math, Reading, Music, and Field Trips
- Coordinated all volunteer and fundraising needs
- Maintained communication between student and parents through email and newsletter
- Participated in financial and pastoral committees
- Maintain Volunteer training and background checks per regulations.
- Addressed challenging topics during discussions with sensitivity and wisdom so as not alienate any participant while maintaining open dialogue essential for growth.
- Collaborated with church leadership to establish goals and objectives for the youth ministry program.
- Coordinated with outside organizations to provide additional resources for personal development or community involvement opportunities for youths.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
Religious Education Teacher
Mother Mary Mission School & St. Patrick School
10.2009 - 06.2011
- Created lesson plans for grades second, third, fourth, fifth, six, seventh and eighth grades to teach church doctrine without use of a pre-developed curriculum, due to fund limitations
- Used one on one lesson plans for students with behavioral issues including use of scripture and counseling methods
- Kept students records up to date and communicated with other teachers and families the students' progress.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced student understanding of religious texts by incorporating storytelling and relatable examples into lessons.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans, effectively teaching religious concepts and moral values to students.
- Assisted in organizing annual events such as retreats and community service projects, enriching the overall spiritual experience for students.
- Collaborated with other educators to design a curriculum that aligned with state standards and promoted spiritual growth.
- Maintained student attendance records, grades and other required records to meet departmental standards and monitor student progress.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
STAT CNA School
Columbus, GAMedical Assistant
Galiano Career Academy
Altamonte Springs, FLCosmetology with Business Administration -
Lake Technical College
Eustis, FloridaBachelor of Practical Theology -
Northwestern Seminary
Spring Hill, FloridaSkills
- Documentation Management
- Quality Assurance
- Customer Relations
- Expert Problem Solving
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Goal Setting
- Classroom Management
- Motivating students
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Learning Strategies
References
Lisa Bolton, Preschool Director, Morrison UMC, 973-271-8986, lbolton@morrisonumc.org
Timeline
Ministry Support Specialist
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
10.2023 - 06.2024
Student Ministry Director
Morrison United Methodist Church
11.2021 - 05.2024
Communications Assistant
North Lake Presbyterian Church
06.2021 - 12.2021
Asst. Manager/Stylist
Great Clips, INC
09.2014 - 06.2019
Youth Leader
St. Lawrence Catholic Church
08.2013 - 05.2016
Religious Education Teacher
Mother Mary Mission School & St. Patrick School
10.2009 - 06.2011
Youth Ministry Director
St. Patrick Catholic Church
09.2008 - 10.2011
Certified Nursing Assistant
STAT CNA School
Medical Assistant
Galiano Career Academy
Cosmetology with Business Administration -
Lake Technical College
Bachelor of Practical Theology -
Northwestern Seminary
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