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Jennifer Bennett

Albert Lea,MN

Summary

A strong leader, but team builder. Using organizational skills efficiently and sound judgment to positively impact those around me. Skilled at coordinating events and programs under tight deadlines.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Youth and Family Ministry

Albert Lea United Methodist Church
08.2021 - Current
  • Provide mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for spiritual growth for the youth and members.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting.
  • Worked closely with the church leadership to organize operational strategy.
  • Managed finances effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability
  • Established church youth goals and provided feedback to the Pastor of successful areas and areas of improvement.
  • Improved outreach events efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Met with vendors to get lowest costs and best service quality.

Paraprofessional

Albert Lea School District-241
03.2018 - 08.2021
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.

Simplicity Housekeeping Co-Owner

Self-employeed
08.2007 - 03.2017
  • Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality products and services.
  • Improved operational efficiencies to reduce costs and improve productivity.
  • Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

Education

No Degree - Generals

Riverland Community College
Austin, MN

High School Diploma -

Blooming Prairie Secondary
Blooming Prairie, MN
06.2001

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • People Management
  • Operations Management
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • Fundraising Events
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Relationship Building
  • Customer Service
  • Customer Relations

Timeline

Director of Youth and Family Ministry

Albert Lea United Methodist Church
08.2021 - Current

Paraprofessional

Albert Lea School District-241
03.2018 - 08.2021

Simplicity Housekeeping Co-Owner

Self-employeed
08.2007 - 03.2017

No Degree - Generals

Riverland Community College

High School Diploma -

Blooming Prairie Secondary
Jennifer Bennett