VALENCIA S. RUCKER

Versatile educator and leader specializing in curriculum design and adult education. Extensive experience in developing programs that support diverse learners across cultural contexts. Strong background in strategic planning and operational efficiency within educational settings.

• Instructional Leadership
• Professional Development
• Curriculum Design and Alignment
• Adult Education
• Differentiated Instruction
• Special Education Readiness
• Positive Behavior Support
• Academic Operations
• Data Analysis and Progress Monitoring
• Strategic Planning
• Teacher Collaboration and Mentoring
• Cross-Cultural Program Development

• Illinois PEL and LBS1 Licensure Program, Blackburn College, In Progress, First semester completed; two semesters remaining. Focus: Learning Behavior Specialist I.
• Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction, Western Governors University, 01/01/24, 09/30/25, Graduate preparation in curriculum design, instructional strategies, assessment, differentiated instruction, educational research, and data-informed planning.
• Bachelor of Arts in Marketing Communication & Business, Columbia College Chicago, 09/01/10, 05/31/14, Preparation in strategic marketing, branding, advertising, public relations, digital media, audience analysis, and persuasive communication.
• Doctor of Divinity, Ecclesiastical Degree, Kingdom of Heaven University, 03/01/13, 03/31/15, Advanced religious studies in theology, biblical leadership, and ministry practice through a non-accredited religious institution.
• Biblical Studies and Ministerial/Pastoral Studies, LWCC School of Ministry, Chicago, IL, 09/01/09, 09/30/11, Training in biblical studies, pastoral theology, homiletics, church leadership, biblical history, and applied ministry leadership.

• Founder and Executive Leader, 1Faith Ministries International, 03/01/11, Present, Lead an international nonprofit ministry focused on education, leadership development, and global training initiatives., Provide strategic direction, governance, budgeting, partnerships, leadership training, and organizational development., Develop educational, ministry-training, and leadership programs serving adults across diverse cultural contexts.
• Youth Program Director, By The Hand Club, Chicago, IL, 10/01/16, 10/31/17, Led academic enrichment programming focused on literacy, leadership, mentoring, and student development., Supported instructional staff through coaching, modeling, collaboration, and accountability systems., Established structures promoting engagement, consistency, and positive behavior.
• Operations Manager, J&C Security / ADT, Homewood, IL, 04/01/11, 08/31/16, Managed daily operations, staff scheduling, performance oversight, logistics, compliance, and vendor communication., Supervised team members through coaching, accountability systems, and consistent operational procedures., Used operational data to improve efficiency and organizational follow-through.
• Customer Support Associate, Management Training Track, PayPal, Chandler, AZ, 11/01/17, 10/31/18, Selected for leadership and management training in preparation for supervisory responsibilities., Supported team performance through coaching, peer mentoring, customer care, and problem-solving.