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Education
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Certification
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Kennard Jones

Manassas,VA

Summary

Dedicated church leader and educator with proven background in program development and leadership. Meet ongoing and new congregation needs with creative events. Deliver exceptional support to church members and community at large through diverse strategies. Adept at leading programs, instructing groups and counseling individual youth and young adults. Offering a strong moral compass, understanding of current youth issues and social media expertise.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries

First Baptist Church Of Vienna
Vienna, VA
04.2021 - Current
  • Organized and facilitated weekly youth group meetings.
  • Provided spiritual guidance to youth through individual counseling sessions.
  • Developed and implemented special events, retreats, mission trips, service projects and fundraising activities for children and youth.
  • Coordinated with church staff to ensure effective communication between children's ministry and other church ministries.
  • Conducted regular meetings with parents of participating children to discuss their progress in the program.
  • Developed and implemented Bible studies, worship services, and other activities to engage young adults in spiritual growth.
  • Led small group discussions on faith topics relevant to the lives of young adults.
  • Assisted in developing a leadership program for college students.
  • Facilitated service projects that provided opportunities for young adults to serve their communities.

Founder of Campus Ministry (SENT)

Virginia Union University
Richmond, VA
09.2019 - Current
  • Facilitated weekly bible studies and small group meetings.
  • Organized student-led outreach events on campus.
  • Created and distributed marketing materials for Campus Ministry events.
  • Coordinated volunteer opportunities with local churches and non-profit organizations.
  • Developed a comprehensive budget for all Campus Ministry activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance at ministry events.
  • Led devotional services during weekly worship gatherings.
  • Assessed student needs related to spiritual growth and development.
  • Served as an advocate for students seeking resources from the university community.
  • Provided support to faculty advisors who oversee student religious organizations.
  • Managed social media accounts to promote upcoming ministry activities.
  • Researched best practices in campus ministry programs across the nation.
  • Coached students on how to lead effective prayer sessions within their own faith communities.
  • Advised student leaders on strategies for engaging peers in meaningful conversations about faith.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
  • Engaged in interfaith, community and recreational activities for religious programs.

Faculty Advisor

Richard Wright PCS National Honors Society
Washington, DC
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Provided guidance and support to students regarding course selection, academic progress, and college resources.
  • Assisted students in exploring career options by providing information about majors, minors, certificates, internships, and job opportunities.
  • Developed relationships with faculty members from other departments to facilitate student referrals.
  • Collaborated with faculty advisors on campus to ensure consistency of advice given to students.
  • Maintained accurate records of student appointments including notes on the content of each meeting.
  • Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.

High School Social Studies Teacher

Richard Wright Public Charter School
Washington, DC
07.2020 - 07.2022
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for social studies classes.
  • Created assessments to evaluate student learning in Social Studies.
  • Conducted class discussions on current events related to Social Studies topics.
  • Facilitated group activities that encouraged students to think critically about Social Studies content.
  • Provided instruction in geography, economics, civics, and history.
  • Ensured all students had the opportunity to participate actively in the classroom environment.
  • Assisted students with research projects related to Social Studies topics.
  • Graded assignments and tests for accuracy and understanding of course material.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and knowledge retention.
  • Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, demonstrations, role-playing, debates.
  • Advised high school students regarding college admissions processes and requirements related to Social Studies courses.
  • Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance throughout the year.
  • Collaborated with other teachers within the department to develop new curriculum ideas for social studies classes.
  • Communicated regularly with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress in social studies courses.
  • Assessed student performance, behavior and social development and devised improvement strategies for struggling children.
  • Assessed student classroom performance to report on progress.
  • Researched current trends in social studies education and applied them in the classroom.

Youth and Young Adult Minister

House of Hope Praise Ministries
Clinton, MD
08.2017 - 03.2022
  • Delivered inspiring sermons on Sundays and special occasions.
  • Developed youth outreach programs for children in the community.
  • Created Bible study classes to help people grow spiritually.
  • Led worship services and organized music ministries for various congregational gatherings.
  • Encouraged members of the congregation to serve their communities through volunteer work.
  • Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
  • Met with individuals in hospitals and prisons, offering comfort and support.
  • Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
  • Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.
  • Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.

Psychology Intern

Clear Vission Support Services Inc.
Richmond , VA
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Provided direct clinical services to clients such as individual therapy, group counseling, and crisis intervention.
  • Participated in research projects related to psychology topics such as anxiety disorders or depression.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork or scheduling appointments.
  • Engaged in professional development activities including attending workshops and seminars relevant to psychology field.
  • Monitored patient behavior during therapy sessions using established observation protocols.

Education

Masters of Arts - Pastoral Counseling

Wesley Theological Seminary
Washington, DC
05-2026

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Virginia Union University
Richmond, VA
05.2020

Skills

  • Curriculum selection
  • Event scheduling
  • Congregation relations
  • Program development
  • Fundraising
  • Verbal Communication
  • Leadership
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Remote Office Availability

Affiliations

  • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
  • United Minister Council 2016-2017
  • Vice President of NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) 2017-2018
  • Vice-President of Psychology National Honors Society (2019-2020)
  • President of Virginia Union Gospel Choir (2019-2020)
  • Film Symposium Participant at the White House 2014
  • Habitat for Humanity Volunteer
  • Food and Friends Volunteer
  • Partnership and Families Volunteer

Certification

  • Crisis Wave Behavior Management System
  • Certified Mental Health First Aid

Accomplishments

  • Virginia Union University Dean's List
  • Aspen Challenge Institute (2nd place of 18)
  • Virginia Union University Honors Program Student
  • Vice President of Psychology National Honors Society

References

  • Dr. Marco Clark, Founder and CEO of Richard Wright Public Charter School for Journalism and Media Arts, marco.clark@richardwrightpcs.org, 443-324-0790
  • Nelson White, Senior Pastor and Founder of House of Hope Praise Ministries, pastornlwhite@gmail.com, 240-304-1466
  • Tanya Boucicaut, Former Director of STREAM Program, Associate Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, tanyabouccicaut@gmail.com, 757-287-7689

Timeline

Faculty Advisor

Richard Wright PCS National Honors Society
11.2021 - 07.2022

Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries

First Baptist Church Of Vienna
04.2021 - Current

High School Social Studies Teacher

Richard Wright Public Charter School
07.2020 - 07.2022

Founder of Campus Ministry (SENT)

Virginia Union University
09.2019 - Current

Psychology Intern

Clear Vission Support Services Inc.
09.2019 - 12.2019

Youth and Young Adult Minister

House of Hope Praise Ministries
08.2017 - 03.2022

Masters of Arts - Pastoral Counseling

Wesley Theological Seminary

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Virginia Union University

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