Joan Duncan
Arnold,PA
Summary
Seasoned Faith Formation Director, plans and directs different types of student-centered and faith-based services. Well-versed in providing counseling, organizing activities and overseeing operations. Over 20 years of progressive experience in private religious education institutions.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Faith Formation
St Barbara Church
06.2014 - Current
- Designed comprehensive sacramental preparation processes, ensuring adherence to diocesan guidelines and proper catechesis.
- Managed budgets effectively, allocating resources efficiently for maximum impact on faith formation programming.
- Ensured compliance with diocesan safe environment policies by providing training for all staff members working within the ministry setting.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using feedback from participants, making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.
- Led the planning and execution of special liturgical celebrations related to sacramental preparation milestones.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere conducive to spiritual growth by maintaining clean, organized, and inviting faith formation spaces.
- Enhanced parishioner engagement by developing and implementing dynamic faith formation programs.
- Developed strategies to engage parents as primary educators in their children''s faith formation process.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
Director of Faith Formation
St Margaret Mary Church
08.2002 - 05.2014
- Designed comprehensive sacramental preparation processes, ensuring adherence to diocesan guidelines and proper catechesis.
- Managed budgets effectively, allocating resources efficiently for maximum impact on faith formation programming.
- Ensured compliance with diocesan safe environment policies by providing training for all staff members working within the ministry setting.
- Evaluated program effectiveness using feedback from participants, making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.
School Teacher
St Margaret Mary School
08.1990 - 06.2002
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Created study guides, research materials and syllabi for students.
- Evaluated student progress through ongoing assessments, adjusting instruction as needed to address individual needs.
- Enhanced classroom management skills, resulting in a more focused and productive learning environment.
Teacher
St Bruno
08.1984 - 06.1989
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Master of Arts - Pastoral Ministry
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH08.2007
Master of Arts - Religious Studies/Theology
Seton Hill College
Greensburg05.1984
High School Diploma -
Elizabeth Seton High School
Pittsburgh, PA05.1979
Skills
- Pastoral Care
- Small Group Facilitation
- Youth ministry
- Family ministry
- Program Management
- Safe Environment Training
- Adult Formation
- Catechist Training
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Director of Faith Formation
St Barbara Church
06.2014 - Current
Director of Faith Formation
St Margaret Mary Church
08.2002 - 05.2014
School Teacher
St Margaret Mary School
08.1990 - 06.2002
Teacher
St Bruno
08.1984 - 06.1989
Master of Arts - Pastoral Ministry
University of Dayton
Master of Arts - Religious Studies/Theology
Seton Hill College
High School Diploma -
Elizabeth Seton High School
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