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Landon Maguire Smith

Chestnut Hill

Summary

Developed leadership and mentorship abilities in community-focused environment, emphasizing youth engagement and program management. Excelled in creating inclusive, supportive spaces and guiding individuals towards personal and spiritual growth. Seeking to transition into new field where these versatile skills can drive meaningful impact.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Ministry Director

Church of the Cross
11.2024 - 02.2025
  • Created safe spaces where youths felt comfortable sharing their thoughts fears hopes concerns allowing for deeper connections within the group and ultimately fostering spiritual maturity.
  • Established small group ministries within the larger youth program framework for deeper relationship building among peers.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to establish goals and objectives for the youth ministry program.
  • Recruited and trained volunteers to assist in various aspects of the ministry, expanding program reach and impact.

Next Generation Intern

Church of the Cross
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

Senior Summer Camp Counselor

Sky Ranch
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Maintained accurate records on camper participation, medical information, incident reports, evaluations for future reference as necessary.
  • Organized special events such as talent shows or end-of-camp ceremonies to celebrate camper achievements and create lasting memories.
  • Managed emergency situations calmly and efficiently, ensuring camper safety at all times while adhering to established protocols.
  • Collaborated with camp staff to develop and implement programs that promoted personal growth and fostered a positive camp culture.

Senior Counselor

Sky Ranch Camps
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Increased client satisfaction with timely intervention and follow-up on progress.
  • Evaluated program outcomes using data-driven approaches informed by client feedback, staff input, and industry best practices to ensure continuous improvement of counseling services.
  • Improved team collaboration through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic techniques to foster positive change in clients'' lives.
  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southwest Christian School
Fort Worth, TX
05-2021

Skills

  • Youth mentorship
  • Small group facilitation
  • Fundraising expertise
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Learning strategies
  • Recreational activities
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • First aid and safety
  • Teaching and training

Certification

  • CPR & First Aid Training - [Timeframe]
  • MinistrySafe Training - [Timeframe]

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Enjoy participating in disc golf for overall physical and mental well-being
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Music
  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Storytelling through multiple mediums, like Role-Playing games, poetry, script writing, and music
  • Volunteering
  • Designing and Printing 3D Models
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Rock Climbing

Timeline

Youth Ministry Director

Church of the Cross
11.2024 - 02.2025

Next Generation Intern

Church of the Cross
05.2024 - 08.2024

Senior Summer Camp Counselor

Sky Ranch
05.2023 - 08.2023

Senior Counselor

Sky Ranch Camps
05.2022 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Southwest Christian School
Landon Maguire Smith