Shanna VanderWel
Aurora,CO
Summary
I have worked in children, youth and family ministry for 15 years. I have coordinated with staff and parents to build robust curriculum, lessons plans, conferences, mission trips, and retreats. I am looking to move from this career to another that uses my skills especially my ability to active from seeing the start of an idea to a finished end goal. I am seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, commitment to follow through and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Youth and Family Ministry
Augustana Lutheran Church
10.2016 - Current
- Adhered to security processes and sign-in and sign-out procedures for children, parents and visitors.
- Evaluated and introduced age-appropriate materials for children and contoured it to lesson plans.
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
- Organized events including travel in the USA and internationally, local one time events, and weekend programs.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
Youth Director and Campus Minister
Muhlenberg Lutheran Church
10.2013 - 08.2016
- Attended staff meetings and submitted announcements to church newsletter and calendar of events to facilitate open communication with church congregation.
- Recruited, developed and encouraged volunteers and parents to provide fellowship and faith building activities for youth.
- Led integration of youth into worship and other ministry areas at church and church events.
- Coordinated and attended annual church events to foster and build intergenerational fellowship and outreach.
- Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
Youth Director
First Lutheran Church
01.2009 - 09.2013
- Attended staff meetings and submitted announcements to church newsletter and calendar of events to facilitate open communication with church congregation.
- Recruited, developed and encouraged volunteers and parents to provide fellowship and faith building activities for youth.
- Coordinated and attended annual church events to foster and build intergenerational fellowship and outreach.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
Education
Master of Arts - Children Youth And Family Ministry
Luther Seminary
St. Paul, MN05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture Production And Business
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND12.2008
Skills
- Church Programming
- Administrative Leadership
- Transportation and Travel
- Program Direction
Timeline
Director of Youth and Family Ministry
Augustana Lutheran Church
10.2016 - Current
Youth Director and Campus Minister
Muhlenberg Lutheran Church
10.2013 - 08.2016
Youth Director
First Lutheran Church
01.2009 - 09.2013
Master of Arts - Children Youth And Family Ministry
Luther Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture Production And Business
North Dakota State University
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