OBJECTIVE: To use my relational and professional skills to improve the quality of life for seniors living in communities, while equipping and empowering coworkers to maximize their full potential in life
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in management and supervision of staff to implement programs
A commitment to equip and empower others for effective & compassionate service and leadership
Relational style that encourages, empowers and builds collaborative and productive teams
Analytical and problem-solving skills with background in education and health care
Skilled in building teams, managing facilities and helping people identify and achieve goals
Ability to resolve conflicts quickly to improve efficiency of organization
A strong connection and understanding of surrounding community and cultural issues
EDUCATION:
Multnomah Biblical Seminary, Portland Oregon May 2007
Master of Divinity
California Teaching Credential June 1988
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California June 1987
B.S. Mathematics
RELATED WORK:
Lyon Real Estate, Placerville CA April 2018- Present
Real Estate Agent
Aborn Powers, Inc, Cameron Park CA Nov 2016- Nov 2017
Property Manager
New Life Leadership Institute, Recue CA Feb 2016- Oct 2016
Program Director/ Developer
Snowline Hospice, El Dorado & Sacramento County Mar 2009- Feb 2016
Hospice Chaplain
Mother Lode Union School District, Placerville CA Nov 2007- Dec 2016
School Board Trustee/ President
El Dorado County Office of Education Aug 2007- Mar. 2009
Long term substitute teacher
New Life Church, West Linn OR Sept 2005 - May 2007
Pastoral Intern
Multnomah Biblical Seminary, Portland OR Sept 2006 - Jan 2004
Student/ President of Master’s Leadership Team
Discovery Hills Church, Shingle Springs CA Sept 1991- Jan 2004
Associate Pastor/ District Board Member & National- Student Min. Board member
SKILLS SETS:
Administrative and Leadership
Led collaboratively as School Board President while maintain high governing standards
Served on local, regional and national advisory board for evaluating organizational needs and implementing solutions
Evaluated, developed and reviewed policies and procedures for various organizations
Analyzed and prepared annual budgets, managed facility insurance and maintenance
Facilitated mentoring relationship for district and local leaders
Developed and provided educational resources & leadership training
Initiated, developed and led local and foreign mission projects
Created innovative programs to reach local teenagers to improve quality of life
Organized and directed district camps and local area wide outreaches
Supervision
Hired and evaluated staff and school superintendent
Recruited, equipped, organized and scheduled volunteers to provide ongoing support for organization
Trained and developed program for small group leaders
Led teams of over 50 youth and adults on cross cultural mission trips
Conflict Resolution Skills
Facilitated resolutions of parents and staff as a School Board Trustee
Utilized knowledge of family systems and negotiation techniques to resolve conflicts
Worked with superintendents, executive directors and business leaders to identify and reconcile conflicts with practice and policies
Taught and counseled parent groups on parenting strategies to reduce conflict in homes
Objectively listen to all perspectives and identify key issues for all parties
OTHERS TRAINING AND SKILLS
Foundation in Counseling
Conflict Transformation
Non-profit Management & Development
Various trainings with California School Board Association
Trustee for Elderly widow & Caregiver for family member with dementia
Negotiations Training
Real Estate License
Love and Logic Trainer
INTERESTS
Time with family and friends, outdoor activities, recreational sports, travel & reading, coaching and mentoring parents and youth with life skills