Taylor Anderson
Universal City,TX
Summary
With a proven track record at Shearer Hills Baptist Church, excellence in strategic and budget planning, enhancing operational efficiency. My expertise in project management and community engagement, coupled with a knack for volunteer recruitment and small group development, showcases my ability to lead with vision and passion for ministry and missions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance & HR
Shearer Hills Baptist Church
02.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
- Provided insightful recommendations for process improvements, contributing to increased operational efficiency across the organization.
- Improved internal controls and risk management strategies to safeguard company assets and minimize potential losses.
- Enhanced company profitability with strategic financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting techniques to ensure optimal resource allocation.
- Successfully managed multiple, concurrent projects by prioritizing tasks and allocating resources efficiently.
Preschool Volunteer
FBCUC
09.2020 - 12.2023
- Coordinated arts-and-crafts projects that stimulated creativity while reinforcing fine motor skills development among preschoolers.
- Contributed to the preschool's mission of providing high-quality early childhood education by consistently demonstrating professionalism, dedication, and enthusiasm.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve parent engagement in ministry.
- Assisted teachers in providing children with a safe and nurturing environment, promoting their social-emotional development.
VBS Classroom Director
FBCUC
07.2016 - 06.2023
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Assisted in recruiting, and training of team members.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering volunteers to voice their ideas.
- Worked with parents to ease transitions at beginning and end of VBS.
- Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
- Attended meetings with religious leaders.
- Promoted a sense of camaraderie among students by organizing team-building activities and fostering a collaborative atmosphere throughout daily lessons.
Middle School Girls Sunday School Teacher
FBCUC
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Facilitated small group discussions to foster deeper understanding of complex religious concepts among students.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments.
- Maintained Sunday School area through providing decoration and literature.
- Employed variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping children grow spiritually.
Women's Ministry Leader
FBCUC
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Provided logistical support for special events such as retreats or conferences, ensuring seamless execution from start to finish.
- Administered social media accounts and online platforms for the church, keeping congregants updated on news and events.
- Provided administrative support for the development and implementation of new programs or initiatives within the church, contributing to their successful launch.
- Facilitated communication between pastoral staff and congregation members by acting as a liaison for inquiries and concerns.
- Assisted in planning and executing fundraising initiatives for ministry projects, contributing to their success.
College Singles Ministry Leader
FBCUC
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Coordinated church-wide events, including retreats, holiday celebrations, and special services, to promote unity and fellowship among congregants.
- Enhanced congregation involvement by designing and implementing innovative ministry programs and events.
- Implemented engaging small group studies that fostered close relationships among church members while promoting spiritual growth and accountability.
- Spearheaded fundraising efforts to support mission trips, discipleship camps, and special events, resulting in increased financial resources for ministry activities.
- Increased volunteer participation for various ministries by establishing a comprehensive recruitment and training process.
- Promoted a culture of discipleship within the church by consistently modeling personal spiritual growth practices such as prayer, Bible study, and accountability partnerships.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Led small group Bible studies to promote deeper understanding of scriptural texts and foster spiritual growth among attendees.
Haiti Mission Trip #2
FBCUC
10.2018 - 10.2018
- Managed logistical aspects of mission trips, including travel arrangements, accommodations, and meal planning to ensure smooth operations.
- Implemented effective fundraising strategies, securing necessary financial support for mission trip programs.
- Promoted personal growth among participants through intentional reflection exercises, encouraging critical thinking about global issues faced during trips.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Established strong relationships with local communities through consistent communication and collaboration on projects.
- Championed sustainable development practices within projects by incorporating responsible environmental stewardship into all planning processes.
- Led daily debrief sessions after project work days ensuring open communication between team members regarding challenges faced or successes experienced throughout the day.
Haiti Mission Trip
FBCUC
09.2017 - 09.2017
- Implemented effective fundraising strategies, securing necessary financial support for mission trip supplies.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Enhanced participant experience by designing comprehensive mission trip itineraries and activities.
- Developed long-lasting connections between trip participants and local communities, fostering cultural understanding.
- Provided practical solutions to challenges encountered on-site resulting in timely completion of projects during trip.
- Coordinated post-trip follow-up efforts to track the long-term impact of projects and assess opportunities for ongoing support and future mission trips.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Comparative Politics
Schreiner University
Kerrville, TexasSome College (No Degree) - Biblical Studies
Colorado Christian University
Denver, COSkills
- Strategic planning
- Budget planning
- Biblical teaching
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Curriculum planning
- Supply management
- Team collaboration
- Small group leadership
- Community engagement
- Crisis management
- Project planning
- Volunteer recruitment
- Event organization
- Travel coordination
Timeline
Middle School Girls Sunday School Teacher
FBCUC
08.2021 - 02.2022
Preschool Volunteer
FBCUC
09.2020 - 12.2023
Director of Finance & HR
Shearer Hills Baptist Church
02.2020 - Current
Haiti Mission Trip #2
FBCUC
10.2018 - 10.2018
Haiti Mission Trip
FBCUC
09.2017 - 09.2017
Women's Ministry Leader
FBCUC
01.2017 - 12.2019
VBS Classroom Director
FBCUC
07.2016 - 06.2023
College Singles Ministry Leader
FBCUC
01.2016 - 12.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Comparative Politics
Schreiner University
Some College (No Degree) - Biblical Studies
Colorado Christian University
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