Jessica Reed
Crown City
Summary
Compassionate professional with a background in religious services, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in pastoral care, community outreach, and interfaith dialogue. Excel at empathy, communication, and leadership, ensuring effective engagement with diverse groups and fostering environments of understanding and support.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Bible Study Teacher
Volunteer work at Field of Hope
Vinton
01.2025 - Current
- Planned and developed Bible study lessons to meet the needs of the students.
- Created assessments that measure student knowledge of Scripture content and comprehension skills.
- Facilitated group discussions, debates, and reflections on Biblical texts to deepen student understanding.
- Provided resources such as books or websites that can be used for further exploration of biblical topics outside of class time.
- Assigned reading materials from the Bible or other sources related to the lesson topic being taught.
- Encouraged student participation by creating an atmosphere that is open to questions and respectful dialogue about faith matters.
- Encouraged dialogue among students about how faith affects their everyday life choices.
- Spread faith through various evangelistic means, including preaching, Bible readings and group activities.
Evangelistic Ministry Overseer
Paint Creek Baptist Church
Gallipolis
06.2024 - Current
- Recruited volunteers from within the congregation to assist with outreach work.
- Partnered with teaching staff to develop and improve curriculum offerings for students.
- Boosted membership of area church by encouraging new followers to join worship services.
- Organized and facilitated weekly bible study sessions for churchgoers.
- Advised staff members regarding effective methods of spreading the gospel message.
- Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
- Conducted outreach activities to engage with members of the local community.
- Attended regular meetings with other ministry overseers to discuss strategies and plans.
Young Adult Bible Study Teacher
Paint Creek Baptist Church
Gallipolis
11.2023 - Current
- Encouraged dialogue among students about how faith affects their everyday life choices.
- Presented lectures on various topics related to Biblical teachings such as prayer, worship, evangelism, discipleship.
- Assigned reading materials from the Bible or other sources related to the lesson topic being taught.
- Facilitated group discussions, debates, and reflections on Biblical texts to deepen student understanding.
- Provided resources such as books or websites that can be used for further exploration of biblical topics outside of class time.
- Encouraged student participation by creating an atmosphere that is open to questions and respectful dialogue about faith matters.
- Planned and developed Bible study lessons to meet the needs of the students.
- Assisted in developing spiritual growth plans for individual students.
- Supported people going through difficult times by offering counseling, supplies and housing.
Sunday School Teacher
Paint Creek Baptist Church
Gallipolis
06.2023 - Current
- Provided individualized support to struggling learners or those with special needs.
- Supported special events such as field trips and holiday parties for students.
- Leveraged Bible to motivate, encourage and guide children.
- Ensured a safe environment by supervising students at all times.
- Advocated for children and children's programs to parents and church staff.
- Maintained a safe and welcoming classroom environment for students of diverse backgrounds.
- Facilitated engaging class discussions to deepen students' understanding of biblical stories.
- Organized and facilitated Sunday School classes for children ages 4 to 12 years old.
- Provided guidance and support to students facing personal and spiritual challenges.
- Arrived before Sunday School class began to supervise and develop relationships with children.
- Spread faith through various evangelistic means, including preaching, Bible readings and group activities.
- Provided weekly lessons based on Biblical teachings and stories.
- Developed lesson plans according to Church's curriculum and general bible study.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through rewards and recognition systems.
Debt Collector
Northeast Credit and Collections Agency
Scranton
04.2008 - 08.2008
- Advised delinquent customers on strategies for debt repayment.
- Analyzed debtor financial situations to propose realistic repayment solutions.
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to FDCPA regulations during collections.
- Employed persuasive communication skills to encourage prompt debt repayment.
- Recorded information about status of collection efforts.
- Spoke with customers to learn reasons for overdue payments and to review terms of credit contract.
Server and Cashier
Dunkin' Donuts
Selinsgrove
03.2006 - 09.2006
- Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.
- Monitored dining room for cleanliness and proper set-up at all times.
- Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
- Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
Education
Completed All Courses And Passed All The Exams Needed To Apply For The CDCA PRE Certification. - Chemical Dependency Counseling
Center For Addiction Studies
Online04-2025
High School Diploma -
Blossburg Area High School
Blossburg, PA05-2001
Skills
- Compassionate
- Empathetic
- Dedicated
- Supportive
- Responsible
- Biblically knowledgeable
- Able to use Biblical wisdom to counsel or offer guidance
- Great listening skills
Timeline
Bible Study Teacher
Volunteer work at Field of Hope
01.2025 - Current
Evangelistic Ministry Overseer
Paint Creek Baptist Church
06.2024 - Current
Young Adult Bible Study Teacher
Paint Creek Baptist Church
11.2023 - Current
Sunday School Teacher
Paint Creek Baptist Church
06.2023 - Current
Debt Collector
Northeast Credit and Collections Agency
04.2008 - 08.2008
Server and Cashier
Dunkin' Donuts
03.2006 - 09.2006
Completed All Courses And Passed All The Exams Needed To Apply For The CDCA PRE Certification. - Chemical Dependency Counseling
Center For Addiction Studies
High School Diploma -
Blossburg Area High School
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