Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
HOBBIES
Languages
Timeline
GeneralManager

Olivia Latu

Waianae,HI

Summary

Spiritual Minister with 22 years of experience in Parish ministry. Accomplished in helping community members strengthen relationships with God by guiding individuals throughout service activities.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Minister

Kahuku United Methodist Church
Kahuku, Hawaii
06.2017 - 06.2022

*same as Santa Ana First UMC*

Minister

Waianae United Methodist Church
Waianae, Hawaii
07.2020 - Current

*same as Santa Ana First UMC*

Minister

Honoka'a United Methodist Church
Honoka'a, HI
07.2014 - 06.2017

*same as Santa Ana First UMC*

Minister

Hilo United Methodist Church
Hilo, HI
07.2008 - 06.2014

*same as Santa Ana First UMC*

Teacher's Aide

Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i
Hilo, HI
01.2008 - 06.2014
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
  • Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 20 children.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
  • Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
  • Maximized receptive learning by educating students using hands-on instructional techniques.

Minister

Santa Ana First United Methodist Church
Santa Ana, CA
07.2000 - 06.2008
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling and prayer.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms and nursing home services.
  • Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Waitress

Pacific School Of Religion Cafeteria
Berkeley, CA
07.1996 - 05.1999
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Greeted new customers, discussed specials and took drink orders.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
  • Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
  • Supervised restocking of salad bar and buffet for lunch and dinner service.

Site Director

Ontario YMCA
Ontario, CA
01.1990 - 08.1996
  • Complied with safe operating practices and assessed operational procedures against best practices.
  • Recruited and hired top-quality staff to fill important positions.
  • Oversee the students and staff
  • Resolved issues between employees and customers using company policies.

Preschool Teacher

Honolulu First Preschool
Honolulu, HI
01.1982 - 05.1984
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Monitored students' academic, social and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
  • Assisted and supervised 25 children through entire school day.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Supervised students and enforced discipline during all Head Start activities.
  • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.

Cashier

Mc Donald's
Honolulu, HI
05.1982 - 02.1983
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Helped cleaned up at closing and opening.

Elementary School Teacher

Haveluloto Government Primary School
Havelu, Tonga
01.1975 - 12.1978
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
  • Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.

Education

Masters of Divinity - Philosophy And Religious Studies

Pacific School of Religion
Berkeley, CA
05.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Diversified Studies

University of La Verne
La Verne, CA
06.1996

Associate of Science - Childhood Development

Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
05.1993

GED -

Tonga Teachers Training College
Tonga
12.1981

High School Diploma -

St Andrews
Tonga
12.1972

Skills

  • Pastoral Counseling
  • Capital Building Projects
  • Administrative Leadership
  • Crisis Response
  • Biblical Stewardship
  • Community Outreach Programs
  • Culture Transformation
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Community Events
  • Bible Studies
  • Funeral Service Coordination
  • Sermons Preparation
  • Religious Education
  • Team Meetings
  • Family Support
  • Communication Center Operations
  • Congregational Care
  • Outreach Initiatives

HOBBIES

Social outings, making lei's (floral necklace), sewing, going on long outdoor walks, hanging with my family and friends and arts and crafts.

Languages

Tonga
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Minister

Waianae United Methodist Church
07.2020 - Current

Minister

Kahuku United Methodist Church
06.2017 - 06.2022

Minister

Honoka'a United Methodist Church
07.2014 - 06.2017

Minister

Hilo United Methodist Church
07.2008 - 06.2014

Teacher's Aide

Kamehameha Schools Hawai'i
01.2008 - 06.2014

Minister

Santa Ana First United Methodist Church
07.2000 - 06.2008

Waitress

Pacific School Of Religion Cafeteria
07.1996 - 05.1999

Site Director

Ontario YMCA
01.1990 - 08.1996

Cashier

Mc Donald's
05.1982 - 02.1983

Preschool Teacher

Honolulu First Preschool
01.1982 - 05.1984

Elementary School Teacher

Haveluloto Government Primary School
01.1975 - 12.1978

Masters of Divinity - Philosophy And Religious Studies

Pacific School of Religion

Bachelor of Arts - Diversified Studies

University of La Verne

Associate of Science - Childhood Development

Chaffey College

GED -

Tonga Teachers Training College

High School Diploma -

St Andrews
Olivia Latu