Mission-oriented leader successful in developing robust youth ministry programs and serving as positive role model. Highly accomplished in helping people strengthen their character. Talent in program administration, operations management and leadership. Diligent Communications Director offering excellent management and organizational skills to coordinate multiple, concurrent projects. Highly articulate writer with strong aptitude for creating engaging content.
Hi, I’m
Matt Baker
Associate Pastor
Orange Beach,Alabama
Summary
Overview
21
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
Work History
THE ISLAND CHURCHOrange Beach, AL
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
12.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Small groups leader for over 40+ groups
- Led and taught church membership class
- Communications leader
- Digital marketing leader
- Volunteer coordinator for Sunday mornings
- Served on preaching team
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
EAGLE CREEK CHURCHLee's Summit, MO
EXECUTIVE PASTOR OF FAMILY MINISTRIES
11.2019 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Oversaw administration and management of youth, kids, and nursery ministry and two campuses.
- Led a department of 6 staff members and hundreds of volunteers.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
- Served on preaching team.
THE ISLAND CHURCHOrange Beach, AL
YOUTH PASTOR
12.2010 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Directed Island Church youth program
- Grew youth ministry from 15 to 100+ weekly avg. attendence.
- Implemented evangelistic events with 300+ students in attendance with only one High and Middle School in the community.
- Led young adult ministry, grew to 50+ implemented retreats.
- Raised over 70K for missions over 8.5 years with Island Youth.
- Grew event participation. 11 students in 2011 to 80+ in 2018
- Grew adult leadership from 3 to 30+
- Created, launched, and led internship program.
- Consistent on campus outreach to our local schools.
ERIE FIRST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Erie, PA
BIBLE TEACHER
01.2010 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Bible Teacher for High and Middle School students
- Taught New Testament, Apologetics, World Religions, and more.
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
- Assessed student progress to determine level of understanding and adjust lessons to enhance learning.
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
HOLLAND AMERICA LINEAnchorage, AK
TOUR DIRECTOR
05.2007 - 10.2011
Job overview
- Lead over 50+ tours of 50+ people per tour for 5 consecutive summers for Holland America Princess Alaska
- Re-hired for 5 summer contracts. Would have gone 6 but accepted a teaching position in Pennsylvania.
- Received signature of excellence gold name tag.
- 4.9 customer comment card satisfaction on a 5.0 scale.
- Exceeded weekly sales quota of optional excursions.
- Coordinated accommodations for crew and tour transportation between destinations.
- Educated patrons on points of interest and encouraged tour group members to ask questions.
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
- Greeted guests warmly and explained what to expect on travel tours.
SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLSSpringfield, MO
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
01.2006 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Taught elementary and secondary education.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
CALVARY TEMPLE CHURCH Concord, CA
INTERN
06.2002 - 06.2004
Job overview
- Interned in the Calvary Temple Church youth department.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Interacted with families and members by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build quality programs and experiences.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
Education
Missouri State UniversitySpringfield, MO
MBA from Business Administration And Management
01.2008 - 05.2008
University Overview
Central Bible CollegeSpringfield, MO
Bachelor of Arts from Theology And Communications
08.2004 - 05.2008
University Overview
Diablo Valley CollegePleasant Hill, CA
Associate of Arts
08.2002 - 05.2004
University Overview
Skills
Event execution
Certification
Licensed Minister- Assemblies of God
Timeline
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
THE ISLAND CHURCH
12.2020 - Current
EXECUTIVE PASTOR OF FAMILY MINISTRIES
EAGLE CREEK CHURCH
11.2019 - 12.2020
YOUTH PASTOR
THE ISLAND CHURCH
12.2010 - 10.2019
BIBLE TEACHER
ERIE FIRST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
01.2010 - 01.2011
Missouri State University
MBA from Business Administration And Management
01.2008 - 05.2008
TOUR DIRECTOR
HOLLAND AMERICA LINE
05.2007 - 10.2011
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
SPRINGFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
01.2006 - 01.2009
Central Bible College
Bachelor of Arts from Theology And Communications
08.2004 - 05.2008
Diablo Valley College
Associate of Arts
08.2002 - 05.2004
INTERN
CALVARY TEMPLE CHURCH
06.2002 - 06.2004
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