Dedicated leader committed to preaching, reaching, and teaching. Expert in cultivating discipleship, providing compassionate counseling, and mobilizing congregations for community outreach. Proven track record of linking local resources to community needs to translate faith into impactful action.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Advocate
Economic Improvement Council-Head Start
Washington, NC
08.2016 - Current
Develops individualized support plans to enhance family engagement and resource accessibility.
Empowers families by providing them with tools and resources needed to make informed decisions.
Visits homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
Maintains timely documentation of case progress, ensuring clear communication among all involved parties.
Assists families in navigating complex systems related to healthcare and social services.
Monitors case progress, documents outcomes and adjusts plans based on family feedback.
Pastor
White Stone Pentecostal Church of Faith
Washington, NC
09.2013 - Current
Delivers sermons that inspires congregation growth and spiritual development.
Provides pastoral care and counseling to support community members in crisis.
Establishes outreach programs to strengthen community engagement and service initiatives.
Coordinates church events to foster fellowship and promote congregational unity.
Teacher
Martin County Community Action-Head Start
Washington, NC
09.1998 - 05.2014
Fostered a nurturing environment, promoting social skills and emotional development among students.
Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
Assessed student progress through observation and tailored instructional strategies accordingly.
Organized and led parent-teacher conferences to discuss student development and curriculum goals.
Established classroom routines that enhanced organization, safety, and student participation in activities.
Education
Birth-Kindergarten Licensure - Early Childhood Development
East Carolina University
Greenville, North Carolina, NC
06-2016
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Teaching
University of Mount Olive
Mount Olive, NC
05-2008
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Beaufort County Community College
Washington, NC
05-1998
Skills
Sermon Preparation
Faith-Based Counseling
Family Advocacy
Collaborative Leadership
Cultural Awareness
Community Outreach
Volunteer Coordination
Event Coordination
Continuous Education
Accomplishments
Christian Discipleship: The Foundations of Christian Living
Pro Solutions Training 21 credit hours
Adult & Pediatric First Aid CPR/AED
NC Teacher Evaluation Process 1.2 credit hours
Parent Group Leader Training 21 contact hours
Certification
Certified Level 3 Primary Care Triple P Provider, Parenting and Family Support Centre - [May 22, 2019]
Early Childhood Credential, State of North Carolina, June 8, 1998
Timeline
Family Advocate
Economic Improvement Council-Head Start
08.2016 - Current
Pastor
White Stone Pentecostal Church of Faith
09.2013 - Current
Teacher
Martin County Community Action-Head Start
09.1998 - 05.2014
Birth-Kindergarten Licensure - Early Childhood Development
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education And Teaching
University of Mount Olive
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Child and Family Services Specialist at Nebraska Department of Health and Human ServicesChild and Family Services Specialist at Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services