Joe Bruce
Spokane,WA
Summary
A proven nineteen year track record at Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church, excelling in teamwork and creativity. Successfully developed fun curricula and trained volunteers, enhancing children's faith journey. Passionate about fostering a safe, nurturing environment while promoting community service. Adaptable in work ethic. Committed to inspiring learning and growth in both children and adults.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Children's Ministries
Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church
07.2003 - 07.2022
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of seasonal activities and classes.
- Kept children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Support a weekly midweek program for elementary age children.
- Lead summer vacation Bible School program.
- Teach children's classes occasionally.
- Facilitate children participating in worship.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Provide training for program volunteers.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Attend continuing education opportunities.
- Coordinate activities with church staff leadership.
- Occasional preach for Sunday worship service.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Science Education
Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA01-1982
Skills
- Spiritual leadership
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Enjoy working with children and adults
- Sharing excitement for learning
- Community service
- Reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teaching
Certification
Certificate in Lay Pastoral Ministries from Whitworth College, 2006
Timeline
Director of Children's Ministries
Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church
07.2003 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Science Education
Central Washington University
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