Tyler Steele
Round Rock,TX
Summary
Proven leader and program designer with 9 years of experience developing and implementing impactful programs that engage and empower individuals and communities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Youth and Digital Ministry
Northwest Hills United Methodist Church
01.2021 - Current
- Develop and lead engaging youth programs that foster spiritual growth and community involvement.
- Create opportunities for teenagers to grow in their faith through service to others.
- Utilize Christian ethical framework to empower teenagers to move through the world as compassionate and curious individuals with an awareness of the larger systems that impact their lives and the lives of those around them.
- Cultivate a space of belonging for teenagers from diverse backgrounds and life-experiences by emphasizing and nurturing a group culture that is inclusive, uplifting, and affirming.
- Work in partnership with other Youth Directors and Pastors from churches in the Austin region and beyond to plan and facilitate retreats and mission trips that empower youth to grow personally and collectively.
- Design and teach curricula and lesson plans that are thought-provoking, relevant, and engaging for youth gatherings, Sunday school, Bible studies, and Confirmation.
- Spearhead the development and implementation of a digital media strategy to engage and grow online community through social media, website development, and online worship experiences.
- Responsible for staffing and management of digital team comprised of employees and volunteers who administer all aspects of Sunday worship, rental engagements, and other live events related to AV technology, both in-house and online.
- Provided training and assistance with technology related to online and hybrid meetings for classes and individuals.
- Grew organic traffic to and utilization of church website by 383% from 2021 - 2024.
- Increased Facebook Reach and Instagram reach by 402.9% and 6.3k% respectively from August 2022 - March 2024 compared to previous period.
- Created website for the Men's Clothes Closet, a social justice initiative of the United Methodist Men that allowed them to grow their donor-base through Google search results and more effectively solicit donations from organizations.
- Provide pastoral leadership through preaching on Sunday mornings as needed and leading other elements of worship on a weekly basis.
- Act as a bridge between the missions committee and church staff, facilitating communication and coordination of mission projects and initiatives to increase cooperation, awareness, and volunteer recruitment.
- Created long-term partnership between church and Zoe Empowers, (an organization that equips orphaned and youth-led families with solutions to overcome extreme poverty), including securing a 3-year financial commitment of $12,500.
- Help lead other social justice and outreach initiatives, such as Rise Against Hunger, an annual meal-packaging event that raises over $10,000 annually with 175+ volunteers per event.
Barista
Bennu Coffee and Houndstooth Coffee
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Provided excellent customer service while crafting quality beverages and memorable experiences for guests
YFAC Summer Caseworker
Communities in Schools of Central Texas
06.2017 - 08.2017
- In conjunction with another caseworker, designed, implemented, and facilitated summer camps for three CIS Elementary school programs in underserved areas of Austin, working primarily with students from low-income, Spanish speaking homes
- Coordinated with local businesses to provide educational and recreational opportunities, as well as discounted food services for campers each week
- Supervised and directed team of three AmeriCorps members each week during camp
Intern/AmeriCorps Member
Communities in Schools of Central Texas
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided individualized and group student support to a caseload of 14 students at Kealing Middle School
- Worked with students to help them identify and achieve personal and academic goals
- Partnered with school staff and administrators to provide comprehensive student support through the implementation of research-informed interventions
- Worked under the direction of CEO and Chief of Program Strategy to support CIS of Central Texas's legislative agenda and advocacy efforts
Child Advocate
Family Link Foster Care and Adoption Agency
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Worked in direct practice providing care to children at a residential foster-care facility under the guiding principles of trauma-informed care
Youth Director
Gruene United Methodist Church
06.2012 - 05.2016
- Planned, organized, facilitated, and led all church activities for youth in grades six through twelve
Education
Master of Divinity -
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Austin, TX05-2022
Bachelor of Social Work -
Texas State University
San Marcos, Texas05.2017
Skills
- Oral and Written Communication
- Public Speaking
- Empathy and Active Listening
- Adaptability
- Fundraising
- Video Production
Hobbies and Interests
- Social justice, compassionate community building, community service, reading. spending time outdoors, playing basketball, and all things related to the world's greatest professional basketball team: the Dallas Mavericks
Timeline
Director of Youth and Digital Ministry
Northwest Hills United Methodist Church
01.2021 - Current
Barista
Bennu Coffee and Houndstooth Coffee
04.2019 - 10.2019
YFAC Summer Caseworker
Communities in Schools of Central Texas
06.2017 - 08.2017
Intern/AmeriCorps Member
Communities in Schools of Central Texas
08.2016 - 05.2017
Child Advocate
Family Link Foster Care and Adoption Agency
01.2016 - 05.2016
Youth Director
Gruene United Methodist Church
06.2012 - 05.2016
Master of Divinity -
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Social Work -
Texas State University
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