Jennifer Williams
North Port,FL
Summary
Minister of Music well-versed in leading and aligning music and worship ministries with vision, purpose and ministry mission. Effectively serves and recruits, develops and supports church musical opportunities. Nurtures strong music program that leads congregation into growing relationships through worship and fellowship. Passionate about drawing people closer to God by choosing the best music and worship programs to fit church standards. Work with senior pastor and other leadership to adapt programs and convey messages.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder of a Non-profit
Self-employed
01.2022 - Current
- Established a successful non-profit by identifying needs and developing innovative solutions.
- set up and facilitated the operations of non-profit, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Led the strategic planning process to define goals and ensure alignment across all territories.
- Secured funding for non-profit growth through investor relations and networking activities.
- Developed strong partnerships with key players, contributing to an increased presence and support.
- Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
Minister of Music
Lift Church
08.2007 - Current
- Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by composing and directing diverse musical selections for worship services.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive music ministry program, resulting in increased participation and engagement from the congregation.
- Collaborated with pastoral staff to plan worship services that aligned with sermon themes and reinforced spiritual messages.
- Mentored and coached volunteer musicians, improving their skills and fostering a sense of community within the music team.
- Organized special musical events such as concerts, fundraising galas, and holiday programs to showcase the talents of the music ministry team.
- Lead and organize women's ministry.
- Provided pastoral care to members of the church, offering support during times of personal or spiritual struggle.
- Evaluated individual progress among team members, providing personalized guidance and feedback to enhance skill development.
Director of Daycare
Heartland Harvest Church
01.2001 - 02.2022
- Enhanced children''s emotional and social development by implementing age-appropriate programs and activities.
- Increased parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Streamlined daycare operations through effective scheduling, staff management, and budget control.
- Ensured safety of children by enforcing strict health and safety guidelines in compliance with state regulations.
- Set up all the systems and worked with the local organizations to establish and run the daycare
Teacher
Performing Arts School
05.1998 - 06.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Increased student literacy rates by implementing targeted reading strategies in individualized instruction plans.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students'' learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting.
Education
Certified EMT - Medicine
Chandler/ Gilbert College
Gilbert, AZ05.1993
Certified Nail Technician - Cosmetology
Nail Art Institute
Mesa, AZ05.1990
Skills
- Teaching
- management
- musician
- Volunteer coordination
- Business Administration
- Operations Management
- Board Collaboration
- Organizational Structuring
- Strategic Planning
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Start-Up Operations
- Investor Relations
Timeline
Founder of a Non-profit
Self-employed
01.2022 - Current
Minister of Music
Lift Church
08.2007 - Current
Director of Daycare
Heartland Harvest Church
01.2001 - 02.2022
Teacher
Performing Arts School
05.1998 - 06.2021
Certified EMT - Medicine
Chandler/ Gilbert College
Certified Nail Technician - Cosmetology
Nail Art Institute