Turner Russell
Watertown,TN
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Children's Ministry Coordinator
Waters Edge Church, Inc.
Watertown, TN
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed communication between volunteers, teachers, parents, administrators, regarding student progress or issues related to programming.
- Carried out administrative responsibilities for children's ministry.
- Arranged and encouraged participation in annual summer camp at CentriKid Camp.
- Organized and oversaw Sunday school classes for children between birth to 5th grade.
- Researched new materials and resources to enhance the educational experience of students in the program.
- Monitored program leaders for adherence to rules, policies and mission.
- Recruited, coached, and supported program volunteers.
- Devised strategies to drive program growth, encouraging children to build and strengthen relationships with Jesus.
- Conferred with parents and staff to discuss educational activities, policies and student behavior or learning problems.
- Oversaw and helped maintain the classrooms.
- Developed lesson plans in accordance with curricula and core church beliefs.
- Assigned responsibilities and tasks to volunteers and staff members.
- Served as an advocate for children within the church community by promoting positive behavior standards among participants.
- Organized weekly Sunday school classes.
- Tailored instruction to provide access and inclusion for children with special learning needs.
- Gathered classroom supplies and materials.
High School Teacher
Legacy Family Academy
Lebanon, TN
08.2023 - Current
- Teach American History class and Theology & Apologetics class
- Lesson plan
- Support diverse learners with individualized instruction and accommodations tailored to their unique needs.
- Assess student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and targeted interventions to improve academic performance.
- Promote culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
Customer Relations Specialist
Wildwood Christmas Tree Farm
Woodbury, TN
11.2011 - Current
- Help run, clean, and organize the gift shop and registration areas for Wildwood Christmas Tree Farm.
Camp Counselor- Volunteer
Solid Rock Bible Camp
Soldotna, AK
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Served as a role model for campers by exhibiting appropriate behavior at all times.
- Wrote and led daily devotionals.
- Supervised and led children ranging from 1st grade to high school.
- Helped oversee lakeside area.
MOMS Group Leader
Fairview Church
Lebanon, TN
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Lead teacher
- Wrote and executed bi-weekly lesson plans for children ages birth-8 years old.
- Communicated with parents.
Waitress and Dishwasher
Depot Junction Cafe
Watertown, TN
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Took orders from patrons accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat customers.
Barista
Temple Nutrition
Lascassas, TN
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Described menu items to customers and suggested and served products based on stated preferences
Babysitter
Self
01.2012 - 01.2019
Horse Farm
Private Owners
Norene, TN
01.2013 - 01.2017
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religion: Pastoral Ministry
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN05.2023
Cumberland University
Lebanon, TNSkills
- Parent Engagement
- Biblical Knowledge
- Volunteer Recruitment, training, and management
- Curriculum Planning
- Teaching
- Organizational Skills
- Effective Communication
- Community Service
- Schedule Management
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Conflict Resolution
- Program Development
Timeline
High School Teacher
Legacy Family Academy
08.2023 - Current
Children's Ministry Coordinator
Waters Edge Church, Inc.
08.2022 - 12.2023
Barista
Temple Nutrition
05.2021 - 10.2021
Camp Counselor- Volunteer
Solid Rock Bible Camp
07.2019 - 08.2019
Waitress and Dishwasher
Depot Junction Cafe
03.2019 - 06.2019
MOMS Group Leader
Fairview Church
01.2016 - 01.2018
Horse Farm
Private Owners
01.2013 - 01.2017
Babysitter
Self
01.2012 - 01.2019
Customer Relations Specialist
Wildwood Christmas Tree Farm
11.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Religion: Pastoral Ministry
Trevecca Nazarene University
Cumberland University