Paul Claassen
El Dorado,KS
Summary
Diligent Director with a background in leading worship services and fostering spiritual growth within a congregation. Successfully built worship teams and coordinated music to create meaningful and engaging worship experiences. Demonstrated the ability to collaborate and have effective communication. Leadership experience both in a worship and business settings. Healthy interpersonal skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Wichita YMCA
10.2023 - Current
- Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
- Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
Worship/Campus Pastor
H2Ochurch.tv
03.2020 - 06.2024
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Expanded volunteer base through targeted recruitment strategies that attracted committed individuals with diverse skill sets well-suited for specific roles within the organization.
- Managed budgets, resources, and personnel within the organization, optimizing efficiency while maintaining a focus on core values and goals.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Led renovation and expansion project, successfully renovating or remodeling existing sanctuary, multipurpose facility and restroom facilities and classrooms.
- Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Officiated special services such as funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Fostered a welcoming environment for newcomers by creating an inclusive culture within the church community.
- Assisted with organization and implementation of Wednesday night activities.
Site Coordinator
Wichita YMCA
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Scheduled staff and volunteers to cover all necessary duties during planned events.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, encouraging input from all members for process optimization purposes.
- Supervised crew of over 15 employees.
Site Director
Wichita YMCA
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
- Managed a team of professionals, ensuring high-quality performance and adherence to company standards.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements while continuously seeking opportunities for process improvement based on best practices.
- Maintained school focus on learning by enforcing rules related to academics, student discipline and class attendance.
Camp Counselor
Camp Tomah Shinga
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Led worship each morning and evening.
- Challenged campers thought process toward God and spiritual growth.
Education
No Degree - Physical Education
Emporia State University
Emporia, KS05-2020
No Degree - Music Education
Barton Community College
Great Bend, KS05-2018
High School Diploma -
Remington High School
Whitewater, KS05-2016
Skills
- Relationship building
- Program leadership
- Staff development
- Pastoral care
- Stage presence
- Audio engineering
- Arranging music
- Leading worship
- Vocal proficiency
Timeline
Program Director
Wichita YMCA
10.2023 - Current
Site Coordinator
Wichita YMCA
08.2022 - 10.2023
Site Director
Wichita YMCA
09.2021 - 08.2022
Worship/Campus Pastor
H2Ochurch.tv
03.2020 - 06.2024
Camp Counselor
Camp Tomah Shinga
05.2017 - 03.2020
No Degree - Physical Education
Emporia State University
No Degree - Music Education
Barton Community College
High School Diploma -
Remington High School
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