DONNA J. BOWMAN
Improving Performance . Enhancing Programs . Finding Solutions
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EXPERIENCED TRAINER/ADULT EDUCATOR
...dedicated to developing people and their skills
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Excellent communicator, people focused, detail directed problem solver
coupled with 20 years' experience instructing adult learners, developing
resources, and implementing effective programs.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
. An Enthusiastic, Creative, and Organized Educator- who believes that
all adults can learn and be motivated to learn.
. Human Resources Administrator. Managed employee benefits and salary
administration. Implemented personnel policies.
. Instructional Design- Created new curricula for diverse groups of
adults. Use a balanced blend of motivational and targeted instruction
methodologies to enhance training materials.
. Classroom Facilitation-Training Delivery- Thousands of hours experience
in classroom facilitation, focused on the learner encouraging active
learner participation and engagement in the learning process.
. Effective Interpersonal Skills - Ability to meet and train adults at
their level, ability to work in unison with all levels of management
and in a team environment.
. Experienced-Program Development, Policy Development, Event Planning,
Resource Management, and Budget Development.
. Willing to Relocate and Willing to Travel.
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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE[pic]
fIRST BAPTIST cHURCH, sTEPHENVILLE, tEXAS June 1991 -
September 2009
Adult Education and Administration
. Organize structure and manage over 20 adult group learning
opportunities weekly.
. Administrate the Human Resources and Finance functions of the
organization.
. Managed a budget of 1.3 million.
. Facilitate an average of three classes a week with an average of 30
adult learners.
. Develop and implement educational programming for diverse groups of
adults.
. Utilize multiple assessments to determine the effectiveness of the
teaching function of the organization.
. Use innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning
experiences including cooperative learning, video instruction and
PowerPoint presentations.
. Prioritize and manage multiple projects including the renovation of
buildings, learning space, designing new facilities, and strategic
planning processes.
Highlighted Achievements
. Contributed to a significant increase in learner involvement both
numerically and in the classroom.
. Provide instructional and administrative leadership for classes of all
ages. The number of classes offered increased from 30 to 50.
. Mentored and coached individuals to help boost their confidence and
competencies in leading adult classroom instruction.
. Recruited, trained and motivated over 100 volunteers to lead in the
teaching function of the organization.
. Worked with a team to develop and implement a new strategic plan for
the organization.
. Led multiple groups on International mission trips including teaching
English as a Second Language.
Howard Payne University, BROWNWOOD, TEXAS January 2007-
Present
Adjunct Instructor
. Instruct Master's level students, providing various levels of
instruction in the subject matter utilizing PowerPoint, creative
learning assignments and personal assessments.
. Incorporate in-house collegiate and external resources to develop
lesson plans and appropriate curricula; create assignments; and
provide students with feedback targeting areas of improvement and
aligning their strengths with course objectives and intended outcomes.
. Consult with adults regarding learning techniques, such as active
learning, activity approach, and job specific benefits.
UNION NATIONAL BANK, LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS
. Branch Manager
. Loan Officer
. Trainer responsible for 13 retail branches
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COMMUNITY SERVICE
Board of Directors, United Way of Erath County, Stephenville, Texas
Board of Directors, Church Supplies and Services, Inc., Houston, Texas
Advisory Board, The Company of Rock House, Stephenville, Texas
Human Rights Committee, The Company of Rock House, Stephenville, Texas
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EDUCATION
D.Ed.Min. Educational Ministry, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary,
Fort Worth, Texas
M.A., Religious Education, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort
Worth, Texas.
B.A., History, Ouachita University, Arkadelphia, Arkansas
ASSOCIATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
ASTD Member
Texas General Lines-Life, Accident, and Health Agent, February 2010
Certified Risk Manager for Churches and Schools, Cambridge University,
Cambridge, U.K.
Certified Church Administrator,
National Association of Church Business Administration, Dallas, Texas
1080 West Park Street, Stephenville, Texas, 76401
abm64r@r.postjobfree.com