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Jeremy Thompson

Northport

Summary

Seasoned leader with a proven track record of 20 plus years managing and working for non-profit organizations. Skilled communicator with a strong background cultivating positive relationships and decisive in planning and overseeing weekly activities and large events. Dependable, hardworking and passionate about those in my circle of influence. Experienced with people of all ages, backgrounds and experiences.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Leadership Department Manager

PC Workshop, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
  • Providing direct care, teaching and support to clients with intellectual disabilities
  • Managing a leadership team of 5 plus staff, planning yearly calendar events, staffing and overseeing weekly classes and providing hands-on training and mentoring
  • Using creativity and technical skills to write, film and produce movies and a weekly television show, empowering clients to try new skills and reach their full potential

Head Cross Country Coach Varsity and JV

Paulding Exempted Village Schools
06.2017 - Current
  • Communicating effectively with athletes, parents and school personnel and organizing and maintaining team facilities and equipment
  • Organizing and leading daily practice sessions, planning the season calendar and scheduling all necessary transportation and personnel for meets and events
  • Recruiting student athletes and fostering team growth, doubling team size during my time as coach
  • Motivating athletes of all skill levels and coaching individuals and teams at the local, district and regional levels

Lead Pastor

Paulding Church of the Nazarene
11.2013 - Current
  • Counseling individuals and families and providing them with spiritual and emotional support
  • Presiding over monthly board meetings, addressing financial and administrative issues and giving vision to the future of the church
  • Preparing and leading weekly church gatherings of 100 plus congregants, with responsibilities including delivering sermons and organizing and leading weekly music and praise band
  • Leadership and oversight in starting a profitable local preschool and daycare, helping to strengthen the community and provide the church with financial stability

Group Facilitator

Communities on Mission
04.2020 - 02.2022
  • Coached community leaders around the country to assess individual community needs and to craft and implement strategic plans
  • Mentored community leaders and provided weekly support to execute strategic plans
  • Facilitated weekly small group meetings to discuss needs and to foster community among leaders

Lead Pastor of Youth Ministries

Crossroads Church of the Nazarene
08.2009 - 10.2013
  • Managed a large youth ministry department consisting of 25 plus staff and volunteers
  • Strategic planning and leadership of weekly youth gatherings of 50-100 youth in attendance
  • Collaboration and planning with large church staff of 20 plus members to plan and execute large events and activities
  • Counseling, mentorship and support to a diverse culture of youth and their families
  • Balancing yearly budget of the youth ministry department, ensuring accurate and responsible stewardship of resources

Education

Master of Arts (M.A.) - Theology

Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Religion

Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Administration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork
  • Decision-making
  • Adaptability
  • Counseling
  • Strategic Planning

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Leadership Department Manager

PC Workshop, Inc.
04.2022 - Current

Group Facilitator

Communities on Mission
04.2020 - 02.2022

Head Cross Country Coach Varsity and JV

Paulding Exempted Village Schools
06.2017 - Current

Lead Pastor

Paulding Church of the Nazarene
11.2013 - Current

Lead Pastor of Youth Ministries

Crossroads Church of the Nazarene
08.2009 - 10.2013

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Religion

Trevecca Nazarene University

Master of Arts (M.A.) - Theology

Trevecca Nazarene University

Additional information

  • Community Service & Leadership
  • Accredited coach with Special Olympics Ohio. Coached basketball and track and field with Special Olympics Paulding. 2016-2020
  • Member of Paulding County Chamber of Commerce
  • Elected President, Paulding County Ministerial Association. 2013-2019
  • Elected member of Northwest Ohio Nazarene District Ministerial Credentials Board. 2015-2023
  • Adjunct professor in multiple ministerial courses of study with Northwest Ohio Nazarene District. 2018-2022

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