Ella Marcus
Seattle
Summary
Dynamic leader with expertise in administration, operations, and event planning, honed at Banner Seattle Church. Excelled in team leadership and relationship-based engagement, driving community growth and spiritual development. Successfully coordinated volunteer efforts and managed communication systems. Skilled in event planning and fostering inclusive environments for youth and families. Passionate about empowering people.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Youth Pastor
Seaside Community Church
Huntington Beach
12.2025 - Current
- Supervise and support middle school youth in group and one-on-one settings, maintaining safety, clear boundaries, and structured routines.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student needs, concerns, and ongoing support.
- Led weekly youth group meetings to foster community and spiritual growth.
- Provided spiritual guidance and mentorship to youth members.
Ministries Director
Banner Seattle Church
Seattle
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Coordinated program operations, schedules, communication systems, and on-site activities.
- Served as the point of contact for staff, volunteers, and families.
- Participated in leadership meetings and trainings focused on care, safety, and continuity.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for events and services at the church.
- Managed communication with the congregation through newsletters and weekly texts.
Kids Team Lead
Banner Seattle Church
Seattle
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of children's programming serving infants through 5th grade.
- Supervised and supported volunteer teams, ensuring safety, clear expectations, and consistent procedures.
- Maintained secure check-in processes, monitored shared spaces, and enforced safety protocols.
- Oversaw onboarding processes for new volunteers and staff members.
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Supported K-1 students through after-school programming focused on social-emotional learning.
- Maintained a safe, inclusive environment that encouraged independence and confidence.
Education
Human Development and Family Studies - Minor in Sociology
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle06-2025
ALBA Study Abroad
Barcelona, Spain12.2023
Skills
- Administration and operations
- Team leadership
- Written communication
- Event planning
- Relationship-based engagement
- Community and group activities
- Website design
- Team building
Timeline
Interim Youth Pastor
Seaside Community Church
12.2025 - Current
Ministries Director
Banner Seattle Church
05.2025 - 09.2025
Kids Team Lead
Banner Seattle Church
08.2024 - 09.2025
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club
01.2022 - 08.2024
Human Development and Family Studies - Minor in Sociology
Seattle Pacific University
ALBA Study Abroad