John Thomas
Lakeland
Summary
Dynamic educator with a passion for curriculum development and student engagement, honed at Lakeland Christian School. Proven ability to create impactful lesson plans and inspire students through public speaking. Experienced in leading youth groups and developing leaders, fostering a vibrant learning environment that promotes spiritual growth.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Bible Teacher
Lakeland Christian School
Lakeland
11.2023 - 01.2026
- Co-create curriculum for Bible class.
- Create lesson plans based on understanding by design.
- Help students make academic gains in the areas of life of Christ, doctrines of the Church, and Pauline epistles.
Pastoral Resident
Strong Tower Church
Lakeland
11.2019 - 01.2025
- Plan Bible lessons, events, team meetings and disciple students weekly.
- Develop leaders and volunteer team.
- Preach quarterly and lead worship service liturgy.
- Lead the youth group.
Teacher
Padgett Elementary
Lakeland
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Created lesson plans for a second-grade class.
- Provided a safe learning environment.
- Polk County School Board
Teacher
Parker Street Ministries
Lakeland
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Built and maintained student and staff rapport.
- Taught curriculum.
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
Polk County
11.2016 - 11.2018
- Implemented lessons in various schools of Polk County.
Pastoral Intern
Judson Baptist Church
Chicago
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss current ministry initiatives.
- Coordinated pastoral care visits for hospitalized parishioners.
- Collaborated with church leadership on program development and implementation.
- Assisted in developing Sunday morning sermons and other worship services.
Pastoral Intern
Harvest Bible Chapel
Chicago
06.2015 - 05.2016
Education
MA - Biblical Studies
Reformed Theological Seminary
Orlando03.2026
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Ministry and Preaching
Moody Bible Institute
Chicago, IL05.2016
Associate of Arts - Religion and Philosophy
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL05.2011
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
- Public speaking
Timeline
Bible Teacher
Lakeland Christian School
11.2023 - 01.2026
Pastoral Resident
Strong Tower Church
11.2019 - 01.2025
Teacher
Padgett Elementary
11.2018 - 11.2019
Teacher
Parker Street Ministries
06.2017 - 08.2019
Substitute Teacher
Kelly Services
11.2016 - 11.2018
Pastoral Intern
Judson Baptist Church
05.2016 - 07.2016
Pastoral Intern
Harvest Bible Chapel
06.2015 - 05.2016
MA - Biblical Studies
Reformed Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Ministry and Preaching
Moody Bible Institute
Associate of Arts - Religion and Philosophy
Polk State College