Kim Houser
Searcy,AR
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Director
First Methodist Church
Searcy , AR
2020.10 - Current
- Developed and implemented innovative strategies to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for preschoolers.
- Oversaw the hiring of qualified staff members, including teachers and classroom aides.
- Organized professional development opportunities for faculty and staff.
- Ensured compliance with state licensing regulations as well as federal laws related to early childhood education programs.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, academic progress reports, disciplinary actions taken against students.
- Performed various administrative tasks such as ordering supplies or equipment needed by faculty members or students.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Conducted regular assessments of teaching methods and student performance in order to identify areas of improvement within the program.
Communications Coordinator
First United Methodist Church
Searcy , AR
2015.09 - 2023.10
- Promote the church's mission through communications.
- Administrative support to Pastors and Administrator.
- Develop marketing materials to promote Searcy First UMC.
- Created content for multiple social media channels.
- Edited and proofread written material to ensure accuracy and clarity in message delivery.
- Facilitated communication between departments to ensure effective cross-functional collaboration on projects.
- Managed website content including design updates, graphics creation, copywriting.
- Prepared and edited newsletters, reports and memos to appeal to diverse audiences.
Minister to Children & Their Families
First United Methodist Church
Searcy , AR
2008.11 - 2015.09
- Facilitated monthly events to engage children in spiritual activities.
- Developed a curriculum for teaching Sunday school classes.
- Supervised part-time staff and volunteers who worked with children.
- Coordinated childcare during special services and events.
- Provided pastoral care for families with young children in times of need or crisis.
- Implemented safety protocols including background checks for all adults working with minors.
- Engaged parents by providing support groups, seminars, workshops, or one-on-one meetings.
- Scheduled regular meetings with members of the church board to discuss progress on goals set for the ministry.
- Developed meaningful relationships with kids by attending extracurricular activities like sports games or performances.
- Collaborated with other departments within the church to ensure alignment between ministries.
- Monitored program leaders for adherence to rules, policies and mission.
- Oversaw annual vacation bible school activities.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Manatee Community College
Bradenton, FLSkills
- Office Administration
- Staff Management
- Database Management
- Event Planning
- Social Media Management
- Leadership Development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Preschool Director
First Methodist Church
2020.10 - Current
Communications Coordinator
First United Methodist Church
2015.09 - 2023.10
Minister to Children & Their Families
First United Methodist Church
2008.11 - 2015.09
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Manatee Community College
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