John Arrington Jr
Calumet City,IL
Summary
Seasoned Youth Director who plans and directs various student-centered and faith-based services. Well-versed in providing mentorship, organizing activities and overseeing operations. Over 10 years of progressive experience in private religious and education institutions. Award winning speaker and spoken word artists who uses these skills to inspire, promote, and engage.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Camp Counselor
Kids Across America, KAA
Branson, MO
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Mentored 12-15 kids per cabin, teaching them spiritual maturity, life skills, discipline, as well as hands on leadership and participation in various activities.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Established expectations and boundaries to provide safe and inclusive environment among inner city youth from all over country. Zero incidents of bullying, fighting, or aggression. Minor conflicts resolved quickly and fairly.
Head-Mentor
United Nations Summer Leadership Academy
South Holland, IL
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Planned and executed productive self-esteem and team building building activities to promote personal growth and daily living skills.
- Introduced students to positive and creative outlets such as speech, drama, poetry, and physical activity
- Led morning warm ups and affirmations for entire camp, over 50 students at given time
Youth Director
Spirit Of God Fellowship Church
South Holland, IL
01.2020 - Current
- Plan weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
- Built lasting relationships with over 100 youth and their parents or guardians.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations, which has led to new youth meeting space, and greater inclusion in upcoming church expansion project.
- Led integration of youth into worship and other ministry areas at church and church events. At least 10 youth group kids at main church service on given Sunday
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
Director, Harvey Boxing Club
Restoration Ministries
Harvey, IL
09.2018 - Current
- Maintain administrative and financial records in accordance with various grant requirements. Manage over 200 Registers per year, and dozens of inquiries per day.
- Establish performance goals and provide feedback for underperforming areas.
- Actively participate in fundraisers, promotional events and community outreach to help secure financial stability and attract new members. Over 100 additional members from previous year after first year on job.
- Formed strategic community partnerships to drive collaboration
- Curate day-to-day training regiments, coach and mentor 25-50 youth on given day, and supervise competitions
- Created and maintain social media presence
Teacher, After School and Summer Camp
Restoration Ministries
Harvey, IL
02.2018 - 09.2018
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning. for 12-18 students daily
- Registered student progress and attendance on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records..
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with students
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide students with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
AVID Tutor
Thornton Township High School District 205
Harvey, IL
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided homework assistance using specific AVID curriculum and materials.
- Coordinated and led weekly youth meetings, facilitating conversations and activities to promote team building and leadership development.
Co-Director
Vacation Bible School
Harvey, IL
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Responsible for managing, meeting and planning with over 10 counselors, leading morning and closing icebreakers and games, and developing lesson plans for various classes
- Developed creative ways to bring lesson plans to life and make them applicable to everyday experiences.
Resident Assistant
North Central College
Harvey, IL
10.2013 - 07.2015
- Assisted over 40 residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Organized and hosted social and educational events for residents to address social issues, foster meaningful connections, community spirit. Including "I Can't Speak' forum which discussed policed brutality, and Floor VS Floor dodge ball tournament in which 17 residents participated
- Attended, participated, and contributed to weekly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Collaborated with other university staff and faculty to provide holistic and comprehensive student experience.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Communication
North Central College
Naperville06.2017
High School Diploma -
Thornton Township High School
05.2012
Skills
- Youth Education Programs Leadership
- Social Perceptiveness
- Effective Communication Skills
- Creativity, Flexibility Adaptability
- Large Crowd Management
- Public Speaking
- Promotional Materials
- Computer Literacy
- Exercise Program Implementation
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Team-building and Collaboration
Certification
USA Boxing Coaching Certification
ACSM Personal Trainer Certification
Safe Sport Certification
Timeline
Youth Director
Spirit Of God Fellowship Church
01.2020 - Current
Director, Harvey Boxing Club
Restoration Ministries
09.2018 - Current
Teacher, After School and Summer Camp
Restoration Ministries
02.2018 - 09.2018
AVID Tutor
Thornton Township High School District 205
09.2017 - 05.2018
Co-Director
Vacation Bible School
06.2016 - 07.2016
Resident Assistant
North Central College
10.2013 - 07.2015
Camp Counselor
Kids Across America, KAA
01.2013 - 01.2015
Head-Mentor
United Nations Summer Leadership Academy
01.2010 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Broadcast Communication
North Central College
High School Diploma -
Thornton Township High School
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