Kimberly Robbins
Bluefield,VA
Summary
Experienced Youth/Children's Ministry Director skilled in communication strategies and conflict resolution. Successfully planned and executed programs that promote spiritual and social growth, while actively engaging families and local organizations to strengthen community ties.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth/Children's Ministry Director
Tazewell, Va
Tazewell, Virginia
09.2013 - 09.2026
- Planned, coordinated, and led ministry programs to support spiritual, emotional, and social growth for children and youth, grades Pre-K-12.
- Directed youth and children’s ministry activities and events.
- Developed curricula weekly for educational programs to meet the group's needs effectively.
- Engaged with parents and grandparents weekly to foster relationships and enhance community involvement.
- Cultivated partnerships with local organizations to enhance outreach efforts and foster positive relationships between church and community.
- Developed and implemented community outreach programs to engage diverse populations where good communication is key.
- Oversaw budget and resource management to ensure sustainable ministry operations.
- Applied knowledge of child protection compliance requirements and responsibilities.
Youth/Children's Ministry Director
First Christian Church
Princeton , WV
11.2006 - 05.2012
- Directed and oversaw all youth and children's ministries lesson plans, activities, and events.
- Developed lesson plans in accordance with curricula and core church beliefs.
- Communicated with parents, grandparents, and staff to align on ministry activities and foster community involvement.
- Sourced and engaged potential volunteers, building a strong team to support various programs and initiatives.
- Managed and tracked academic progress for Pre-K - 12, ensuring students met developmental milestones.
- Conducted regular weekly meetings.
- Prepared monthly reports.
- Worked within budget responsibilities and stayed within the budget given by the board.
Merchandising Assistant/Sales Associate
JCPenney
Bluefield, West Virginia
09.1990 - 05.2012
- Coordinated development and maintenance of visual merchandising standards across departments.
- Facilitated setup of promotional displays to enhance customer engagement and drive sales.
- Collaborated with buying team to monitor inventory levels and optimize stock placement.
- Established rapport with customers through friendly interactions. through professional greetings and attentive service.
- Processed cash and credit card payments and completed credit card applications.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Elementary Education
Southwest Virginia Community College
Richlands, VA12-2005
Bachelor of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Outreach coordination
- Community involvement
- Communication strategies
- Human resources
- Relationship management
- Verbal communication
- Conflict resolution
- Professional conduct
- Curriculum development
Reference
Teresa Sheets National Bank Main Street Tazewell, Va.
Timeline
Youth/Children's Ministry Director
Tazewell, Va
09.2013 - 09.2026
Youth/Children's Ministry Director
First Christian Church
11.2006 - 05.2012
Merchandising Assistant/Sales Associate
JCPenney
09.1990 - 05.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Elementary Education
Southwest Virginia Community College
Bachelor of Science - Education
Grand Canyon University