Kristen Bishop
Broken Arrow,Oklahoma
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise in organizational management, program administration and community outreach.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Staff - Lead Preschool Minister, Preschool Minister, Volunteer Coordinator, Special Events and Facilities
BattleCreek Church - Broken Arrow and Owasso Campus
03.2016 - 11.2023
- Lead and developed a preschool staff, empowering them to develop personally and spiritually all while empowering volunteers and others within the church
- Built, maintained, and effectively managed the annual preschool budget ensuring the church remained a good steward of valuable resources
- Provided a creative space for preschool staff to effectively reach the community through Open Playroom playdates and splash days
- Implemented yearly personal and ministry goals and helping the staff meet those goals by providing necessary resources and monthly check-ins
- Managed all policies and procedures and trained staff as those changed or needed to be updated
- Managed social media weekly posting of content to highlight kids ministry
- Conducted weekly meetings to discuss upcoming events, services, and activities
- The first point of contact for all Preschool families
- Created, balanced, and effectively managed the annual preschool budget
- Empowered volunteers to teach true Bible stories in a creative large group setting
- Provide high level execution of efficient Sunday readiness strategy to maintain high-quality and safe environments for kids
- Responded and ministered to pastoral care needs for kids and families including hospital and home visits
- Connecting to local Pre-K centers and elementary schools to provide support and develop relationships
- Tracking background expiration dates and updating as necessary
- Collaboration with elementary ministry to plan and execute special events such as, Easter, Special Sundays, Church Birthdays, Fall events, Volunteer Trainings and Christmas
- Ministry specific planning consisted of Parent Child Dedications (twice a year), Open Playrooms, and Preschool in the Park
- Oversaw volunteer recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and placing volunteers according to their gifts
- Leading volunteers in spiritual growth
- Caring for volunteers by building relationships and planning intentional appreciation
- Respond and minister to pastoral care needs for volunteers
- Plan and execute all volunteer training events including programming, teaching, worship, and safety
- Maintaining volunteer information such as birthdays, serving anniversaries and life events
- Conducted interviews with prospective volunteers to determine their qualifications
- Assisted in the development of training materials for new volunteers
- Responded to inquiries from potential volunteers regarding available opportunities
- Collected feedback from volunteers after events and provided appropriate follow-up actions
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when working with volunteers and kids
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork or data entry
- Tracked weekly attendance of each volunteer
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe
- Tracking background expiration dates and updating as necessary
- Oversaw all Preschool facilities at the Broken Arrow Campus as well as planning and executing kids ministry special events
- Weekly facility responsibilities included but aren't limited to; restocking classrooms with supplies, stocking classrooms with age-appropriate toys, checking and replacing broken toys, printing all paper classroom necessities, collecting, washing and distributing linens, disinfecting all surfaces, and making sure the spaces were set for Sunday morning ministry
- Special Event responsibilities included but aren't limited too; Collaboration with elementary ministry to plan and execute special events such as, Easter, Special Sundays, Church Birthdays, Fall events and Christmas
- Ministry specific planning consisted of Parent Child Dedications (twice a year), Storytime Theater, and New Mother's Brunch
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
Lab Specimen Processor
St. John-Regional Medical Laboratories
06.2014 - 03.2016
- Responsibilities included but not limited to accurate accession, labeling, aliquoting and processing of laboratory biological specimens as well as referral and add on testing when requested
- Ensure delivery of those specimens to the appropriate laboratory section, including the handling of biohazard and infectious material while following proper safety precautions and following HIPPA guidelines.
Personal Care Assistant
DHS-CDPASS
09.2012 - 10.2013
- My duties consisted of cleaning, laundry, errands, and any other tasks the client needed.
Key Personnel
Tulsa, Oklahoma
01.2008 - 05.2008
- I worked a few jobs filing, organizing files and assisted employees in miscellaneous tasks.
Student and Office Assistant
Continuing Education at the University of North Florida
05.2007 - 08.2007
- I assisted employees in the office with miscellaneous tasks such as, copying papers, making folders, scheduling classes, delivered mail, data entry and keeping the office tidy.
Receptionist and Team Member
The Maids Home Services
08.2005 - 05.2006
- I was responsible for answering phones and making appointments for clients
- Responsible for making calls to get the clients response of the home clean, filing paperwork, fax machine, copying and data entry
- While a Team Member I was responsible for professionally cleaning homes
- Worked in a team of four employees and specific tasks were given out to each individual.
Secret Shopper
Quik Trip Corporation
05.2004 - 05.2005
- I was responsible for buying cigarettes from each store to see if the employees were checking proper identification, also responsible for paperwork regarding each visit and reporting every failure to management.
Sales Associate
Pier One Imports
12.1999 - 08.2004
- I assisted customers with store merchandise and decorating decisions
- Responsible for running the register, checking out customers, keeping the store clean, unloading truck merchandise, and stocking the store.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences–Organismic Emphasis
Northeastern State University
Broken Arrow, Oklahoma05.2010
Skills
- Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365
- Planning Center
- Volunteer Management and Coordination
- Organizational and Communication Skills
- Project Management Platforms (ie Mondaycom)
- Budget Management
- Event Planning
- ProPresenter
Certification
- CPR Certified – 2023
- Licensed Minister
Volunteer Experience
- Preschool Volunteer (prior to employment)
- Kids Camp
- Student Camp
- John 3:16 Mission
- Rosa Parks
Timeline
Preschool Staff - Lead Preschool Minister, Preschool Minister, Volunteer Coordinator, Special Events and Facilities
BattleCreek Church - Broken Arrow and Owasso Campus
03.2016 - 11.2023
Lab Specimen Processor
St. John-Regional Medical Laboratories
06.2014 - 03.2016
Personal Care Assistant
DHS-CDPASS
09.2012 - 10.2013
Key Personnel
Tulsa, Oklahoma
01.2008 - 05.2008
Student and Office Assistant
Continuing Education at the University of North Florida
05.2007 - 08.2007
Receptionist and Team Member
The Maids Home Services
08.2005 - 05.2006
Secret Shopper
Quik Trip Corporation
05.2004 - 05.2005
Sales Associate
Pier One Imports
12.1999 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences–Organismic Emphasis
Northeastern State University
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