Katie Hartis
Searcy
Summary
Seasoned Children's Ministry Director, plans and directs different types of student-centered and faith-based services. Well-versed in providing counseling, organizing activities and overseeing operations. Over 15 years of progressive experience in private religious education institutions.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Children's Ministry Director
Trinity Baptist Church
05.2023 - Current
- 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.
- Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- 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.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
PreK Teacher
Crosspointe Preparatory School
08.2024 - Current
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Promoted social-emotional development with interactive lessons on empathy, conflict resolution, and self-regulation techniques.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Boosted student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lesson plans.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Participated in ongoing professional learning opportunities to remain current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
- Developed and implemented behavior management systems to maintain a structured and productive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom environment by creating visually appealing bulletin boards and displays, promoting a positive learning atmosphere.
In Home Daycare
Self-employeed
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Provided a welcoming atmosphere where families felt comfortable entrusting their child's care.
- Implemented emergency preparedness plans and conducted regular drills to familiarize children with safety procedures in case of a disaster or crisis.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to guide children towards appropriate behavior choices.
- Continually assessed learning materials, toys, and equipment to ensure their safety and effectiveness for child development.
Classroom Teacher
Mount Pleasant Baptist Academy
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful and productive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child''s education.
- Assessed student progress using various assessment tools, adjusting instruction as needed to address identified areas of need.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
Education
No Degree - Liberal Arts
Arkansas State
SearcySkills
- Early childhood education
- Patience and empathy
- Music and movement
- Curriculum planning
- Safety regulations compliance
- Professional ethics
- Administrative functions
- Program assessment
- Fostering positive environment
- Compliance procedures
Certification
Child Maltreatment/Mandated Reporter Training
Timeline
PreK Teacher
Crosspointe Preparatory School
08.2024 - Current
Children's Ministry Director
Trinity Baptist Church
05.2023 - Current
In Home Daycare
Self-employeed
08.2018 - 01.2020
Classroom Teacher
Mount Pleasant Baptist Academy
08.2017 - 05.2018
Child Maltreatment/Mandated Reporter Training
No Degree - Liberal Arts
Arkansas State
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