Terra Cartina West
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Accomplished Life Coach for Kids and Ministry Director at Christian Life Center Worldwide. Leverage motivational techniques and interpersonal communication to foster emotional and spiritual growth. Expert in teaching Christian Education, Emotional intelligence and stress management. Significantly enhances programs with 25 plus years of skilled experience in teaching, group leadership and public speaking. Detailed- oriented, results-driven team player with a nurturing touch.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ministry Director of Children & Outreach
Christian Life Center Worldwide
02.2014 - Current
- Managed staff recruitment and supervision processes, ensuring a skilled team committed to furthering the ministry's mission.
- Coordinated special events such as guest speakers or workshops to enrich the spiritual lives of Parents.
- Implemented training sessions for volunteers, summer camp staff and leaders enhancing their skills to better serve the needs of the church community.
- Spearheaded fundraising campaigns, securing resources necessary for ministry improvements and program expansion.
- Collaborated with other ministries regionally or nationally to share best practices and provided on site support to maximize collective impact for Children.
- Increased ministry growth through effective leadership and strategic planning.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Adapted classroom plans to support needs of children with special learning requirements.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
- Built, managed and upgraded K-12 educational programs for summer camp tutoring.
- Developed and executed comprehensive budgets, ensuring responsible financial management for the ministry.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- Launched small group programs that fostered deeper connections among Children and congregants while promoting spiritual growth.
- Enhanced congregation engagement by implementing innovative community outreach programs and events.
Life Coach For Kids
Self-employed
04.2019 - Current
- Established strong rapport with children & parents, fostering trusting and supportive coaching relationships.
- Guided clients to overcome limiting beliefs and barriers, resulting in increased self-confidence and personal empowerment.
- Facilitated group workshops on communication, stress reduction, and managing your emotions, promoting overall well-being
- Crafted inspiring content for blog posts, newsletters, and social media channels that resonated with potential clients seeking guidance on a range of topics related to Emotional intelligence
- Utilized active listening skills to identify underlying client needs and develop targeted strategies accordingly.
- Helped clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques with clients to identify innovative solutions for various life obstacles.
- Developed customized action plans for clients, resulting in improved decision-making and goal-setting abilities.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of client progress throughout the coaching process, ensuring alignment with desired outcomes.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings, expressing feelings, and understanding behaviors.
- Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
Youth Ministry Volunteer
Christian Life Center Worldwide
07.2008 - 02.2014
- Provided supervision and guidance during offsite events, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all participants involved.
- Developed leadership qualities in youth members by involving them in decision-making processes related to ministry activities.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to create a safe and welcoming environment for all participants during ministry events.
- Fostered spiritual growth in young people through effective mentorship and guidance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Craven Community College
New Bern, NCSkills
- Social media writing
- Public speaking
- Christian Education
- Resource Advocacy
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Modification
- Personal Development
- Lifestyle Coaching
- Emotional Health Support
- Interpersonal Communication
Certification
- Certified Life Coach for Kids - 2019
Timeline
Life Coach For Kids
Self-employed
04.2019 - Current
Ministry Director of Children & Outreach
Christian Life Center Worldwide
02.2014 - Current
Youth Ministry Volunteer
Christian Life Center Worldwide
07.2008 - 02.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Craven Community College
- Certified Life Coach for Kids - 2019
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