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Schyler Shaffer

Schyler Shaffer

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Mission-oriented Student Director successful in developing robust youth and college ministry programs and serving as positive role model. Highly accomplished in helping youth and college students strengthen personal relationships with God and while providing growth opportunities. Talent in program administration, operations management and spiritual leadership.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Director

North Way Christian Community Church
04.2022 - Current
  • Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth ministry program.
  • Utilized various teaching techniques to effectively communicate biblical truths to young people in an engaging and relevant manner.
  • Ensured a safe environment for all participants during activities by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Increased youth group attendance by creating dynamic worship services tailored to engage a younger audience.
  • Taught and counseled youth ages 12 to 17

College Minister

Campus Outreach DFW
12.2015 - 04.2022
  • Led small group Bible studies to promote deeper understanding of scriptural texts and foster spiritual growth among attendees.
  • Nurtured a welcoming environment for all students through intentional interfaith engagement opportunities and open dialogue on faith-related topics.
  • Organized and led mission trips, empowering participants to serve others through acts of kindness and service.
  • Provided compassionate counseling services for individuals dealing with personal crises or seeking spiritual guidance.
  • Facilitated retreats for students seeking personal growth or deeper connection with their faith community during their college years.
  • Managed ministry budget responsibly to ensure adequate funding for programming, events, and resources while maintaining financial sustainability.

Eagle Ambassador

University Of North Texas
08.2014 - 04.2015
  • Provide campus tours for perspective UNT students

Answer questions families had about the university

  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Ensured timely departures and arrivals by strictly adhering to schedules while remaining flexible enough to accommodate unforeseen circumstances or special requests from guests.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through attentive listening and personalized tour adjustments based on group interests.

Education

B.A. in History -

The University of North Texas
Denton, TX
05.2015

Skills

  • Building relationships and network them to groups
  • Delegation techniques
  • Speaking and facilitating with groups from 10-100 people
  • Instructional Leadership
  • Leading student community of 100 students
  • Fundraising expertise
  • Recruitment Strategies

References

  • Stewart Childress, Regional Vice President, Go Minis Moving and Portable Storage, 2005 Whitefish Ct., Denton, TX, 76210, (940) 395-7601, stewart.childress@gominis.com
  • Mike Turner, Outside Sales Representative, Faithful Platform, 3625 Paint Dr., Denton, TX, 76210, (940) 465-3024, mike.turner@campusoutreach.org
  • Brian Hughes, College Pastor, Fellowship Knoxville, 2700 Tarleton Ave., Knoxville, TN, 37914, (903) 831-6000, briankhughes2010@gmail.com

Timeline

Student Director

North Way Christian Community Church
04.2022 - Current

College Minister

Campus Outreach DFW
12.2015 - 04.2022

Eagle Ambassador

University Of North Texas
08.2014 - 04.2015

B.A. in History -

The University of North Texas
Schyler Shaffer