JENNIFER VICKROY
Palmetto,FL
Summary
Dedicated Christian Ministry Leader with expertise in children's and student ministry, Christian education, camp ministry, and nonprofit leadership. Focused on fostering faith development in children, building cohesive teams, and ensuring safe environments for families. Skilled in program growth, staff mentoring, budget management, and relationship building.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Esther's School
Palmetto, FL
08.2025 - Current
- Increased student enrollment from 18 to 29 students in one year, representing 61% growth.
- Recruited, managed, mentored, and supported teachers and staff to foster teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.
- Led daily operations of Christian school, creating safe, welcoming environment for academic, social, and spiritual growth.
- Oversaw curriculum implementation and individualized learning programs, enhancing daily chapel experiences.
- Manage school budgets, financial operations, safety procedures, and regulatory compliance.
- Oversee the school's state-supported food program, including daily operations and compliance requirements.
- Build meaningful relationships with students and families through consistent communication, encouragement, and support.
Assistant General Manager
Carlisle Inn
Sarasota, FL
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Selected for a management development opportunity preparing for advancement into the General Manager role.
- Engaged in leadership development and training with corporate leaders of Dutchman Hospitality Group.
- Partnered with the General Manager to oversee daily hotel operations, staff leadership, and guest services.
- Coordinated employee onboarding, training, scheduling, and departmental operations to enhance team effectiveness.
- Contributed to budgeting, expense management, and operational planning to support fiscal health.
- Coordinated housekeeping, breakfast services, events, building maintenance, and grounds operations.
- Cultivated service-oriented culture emphasizing teamwork, hospitality, and accountability to improve guest satisfaction.
Executive Director
Camp Harmony
Hooversville, PA
01.2019 - 08.2024
- Provided leadership and strategic direction for 100+ acre Christian summer camp and year-round retreat ministry.
- Mentored 10 full-time employees and 40 seasonal staff, fostering teamwork and leadership development.
- Managed Christian camp programs and youth activities, enabling children and students to build relationships and deepen faith.
- Increased summer camper participation by 80% over three years through program planning, enhancements, and community outreach.
- Expanded retreat facility use by 70%, creating more ministry opportunities and year-round engagement.
- Raised annual operating budget from approximately $500000 to $650000 through program growth and higher facility use.
- Oversaw facility operations and safety for 25 buildings, swimming pool, climbing wall, ropes course, and campground.
- Supported fundraising and capital improvement efforts, including cabin construction, lodge renovations, pool upgrades, and infrastructure projects.
- Cultivated partnerships with churches, nonprofit organizations, donors, families, and community groups to enhance community engagement.
- Led Camp Harmony operations, aligning programs, staff, and seasonal schedules.
- Coordinated board meetings, reports, and long-range planning initiatives.
- Managed budgets, donations, and financial planning for camp services.
- Directed camper safety policies and emergency readiness across camp activities.
- Supervised hiring, training, and performance reviews for camp staff.
- Built community partnerships, donor relationships, and outreach for Camp Harmony.
- Guided family communication, camper support, and conflict resolution efforts.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Recruited, trained, mentored, evaluated, coached, and managed staff members to ensure success in achieving their goals.
- Managed the organization's financial resources and operations to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure organizational growth and development.
- Provided oversight of all departments to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Strengthened company business by leading implementation of new projects and procedures.
- Ensured legal compliance by staying abreast of relevant laws, regulations, standards, guidelines.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote the organization's mission throughout the community.
Assistant Student Ministry Director
Emmanuel Church
Johnstown, PA
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Collaborated with the Student Ministry Director to lead a thriving ministry serving 100+ students and 30+ adult volunteers, overseeing programming, discipleship, and volunteer development.
- Coordinated student ministry programming, including worship gatherings, small groups, retreats, mission trips, and service projects, enhancing student participation and community involvement.
- Recruited, trained, and supported volunteers, fostering a team-oriented ministry environment.
- Mentored students, fostering spiritual growth through biblical teaching and relational discipleship, resulting in deeper faith commitments.
- Partnered with parents, church leadership, and ministry teams to strengthen student engagement and discipleship, creating a supportive environment for student development.
Adventure Program Director
Camp Harmony
Hooversville, PA
12.2008 - 01.2010
- Directed adventure programming, staff training, scheduling, and daily operations.
- Established safety procedures and coordinated activities that fostered teamwork, confidence, and leadership among participants.
- Monitored and enforced camper safety protocols and emergency response procedures to ensure a secure environment.
- Managed staff training for behavior support and activity supervision.
- Developed and implemented curriculum aligned with the adventure programming
- Evaluated program operations and refined Camp Harmony procedures.
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
- Facilitated staff meetings and training sessions that enhanced staff competencies and collaboration.
- Hired and developed staff members to collaboratively achieve program goals.
Director of Education and Youth Outreach
New Day Inc.
Johnstown / Somerset, PA
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Directed New Day Inc. education programs and aligned curriculum with organizational goals
- Led educational initiatives and youth outreach programs to enhance community engagement.
- Supervised instructors, coaches, and support staff to ensure quality delivery of New Day Inc. learning services.
- Developed training plans for New Day Inc. educators and program leaders
- Evaluated program materials and updated instruction for New Day Inc. learners
- Organized community events and developed partnerships to secure resources for program expansion.
Student Ministry Associate / K-12 Ministry
Somerset Church of the Brethren
Somerset, PA
09.2005 - 05.2008
- Developed K-12 ministry program from inception, fostering faith growth among children and students.
- Researched, selected, and developed age-appropriate Bible study curriculum, helping volunteers lead engaging biblical lessons and discipleship for K-12 students.
- Recruited and trained volunteers, coordinating efforts to establish and enhance new ministry.
- Recruited, scheduled, and trained volunteers for ministry programs.
- Supported collaborative ministry role with Summers Best Two Weeks to help year-round youth development and Christian discipleship.
- Managed ministry planning, programming, and budget resources.
- Built relationships with children, students, parents, and church leadership to support family engagement and ministry participation.
- Prepared discipleship materials for Bible studies and small groups.
- Facilitated community outreach initiatives, engaging local families through fellowship meals and congregational activities.
Wilderness Director
Summer's Best Two Weeks
Boswell, PA
09.2005 - 05.2008
- Directed staff training for whitewater rafting, mountain biking, rock climbing, rappelling, caving, canoeing, and backpacking with focus on leadership and safety.
- Managed logistics for wilderness expeditions serving 128 campers and 12 staff, ensuring safety and efficiency through coordinated food purchasing, equipment setup, and resource planning.
- Recruited, hired, trained, and supervised seasonal staff, enhancing team readiness for eight-day wilderness adventure trips.
- Coordinated camper schedules, cabin assignments, and group transitions to optimize flow and enhance camper experience.
- Monitored safety procedures, emergency readiness, and camper care standards.
- Planned worship, recreation, and outdoor activities for summer camp sessions.
- Guided camp culture, teamwork, and mission alignment across departments.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated, and mentored staff members.
- Created Bible study curriculum and prepared staff to teach daily discipleship discussions with campers during eight-day wilderness trips.
- Handled parent communication, concerns, and program updates throughout sessions.
- Served in year-round ministry role, part-time September through May and full-time during summer camp season, in partnership with Somerset Church of Brethren.
- Directed daily operations while maintaining compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Outdoor Recreation and Leisure, Camp Administration, Psychology, Missions
Houghton University
Houghton, NY01-2005
Skills
- Children's & Student Ministry Leadership Biblical Teaching & Relational Discipleship Volunteer Recruitment, Training and Development Staff Leadership & Team Building Bible Study Curriculum Development Child Safety and Risk Management Parent & Family Engagement Ministry Growth & Strategic Planning Budget Management & Financial Stewardship Community Outreach & Partnerships
MINISTRY PHILOSOPHY
I believe effective ministry is built through relationships, discipleship, and intentional leadership development. My heart is to equip and empower others to lead with confidence, creating a ministry that is strong, sustainable, and not dependent on one person. I want to develop leaders in such a way that if God calls me elsewhere, the ministry continues to grow and thrive. Above all, my desire is to create an environment where children are loved, families are supported, and people are equipped to serve Christ faithfully.
Timeline
Principal
Esther's School
08.2025 - Current
Assistant General Manager
Carlisle Inn
03.2025 - 08.2025
Executive Director
Camp Harmony
01.2019 - 08.2024
Assistant Student Ministry Director
Emmanuel Church
09.2013 - 06.2016
Adventure Program Director
Camp Harmony
12.2008 - 01.2010
Director of Education and Youth Outreach
New Day Inc.
08.2007 - 05.2008
Student Ministry Associate / K-12 Ministry
Somerset Church of the Brethren
09.2005 - 05.2008
Wilderness Director
Summer's Best Two Weeks
09.2005 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Outdoor Recreation and Leisure, Camp Administration, Psychology, Missions
Houghton University