Casey Rance
@caseyrance
I’m a church planter and next-generation strategist who builds cross-cultural teams and trains volunteers.
What I'm looking for
I’m a church planter and Next-Gen Strategist who thrives at the intersection of language, culture, and mentoring. Since 2021, I’ve lived and worked in Bangkok, Thailand, adapting to a new culture and learning a new language while engaging daily with Thai people—especially Deaf and hard of hearing university students.
I hosted events, helped teach and mentor groups of students, and empowered them to live out their faith. In 2022, I began coordinating volunteers for short-term trips, and in 2024 I moved into this role full-time while continuing my broader ministry responsibilities.
My work centers on language and culture adaptation, acquisition of a second language—Thai Sign Language, and cross-cultural interpersonal skills. I also recruit and screen U.S. volunteers, develop and lead trainings for pre-trip preparation, and supervise and mentor volunteers during their trip and scheduled follow-up calls and contact.
Before full-time ministry, I supported students and families in high-impact roles. I served as a Special Education Paraprofessional in an ESE classroom, and earlier I gained service and operations experience through customer service, front desk, receptionist/office assistant work, and gate security.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Served in Bangkok, Thailand, building relationships with Thai university students, hosting events, and teaching/mentoring groups. Coordinated short-term volunteer recruitment, training, supervision, and trip logistics, and assumed full-time responsibilities in 2024 alongside ongoing ministry work.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Hillsborough County Public Schools
Aug 2019 - May 2021 (1 year 9 months)
Worked as a paraprofessional in a high school ESE classroom, assisting instruction and leading small group activities. Supported students with intellectual disabilities through behavior management, supervision, and building rapport to maintain an engaging learning environment.
Customer Service Associate
Walgreeens
Aug 2018 - Jul 2019 (11 months)
Provided customer service including cashiering and supporting photo and special orders. Helped maintain store operations through stocking and cleaning tasks.
Receptionist / Office Assistant
Plant City Photo Archives
Sep 2017 - May 2018 (8 months)
Answered incoming phone calls, assisted customers, and supported office billing and document filing. Maintained cleanliness and helped keep museum and office spaces organized.
Gate Security Attendant
Florida Strawberry Festival
Mar 2018 - Mar 2018 (0 months)
Worked gate security during the 2018 Florida Strawberry Festival by checking bags, operating metal detectors, and directing attendees as they entered. Focused on safe, orderly entry throughout the event period.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Liberty University
Master of Arts, Pastoral Counseling (Trauma & Crisis Response)
2024 -
Pursuing a Master of Arts in Pastoral Counseling with a focus on trauma and crisis response (remote) at Liberty University, with an expected graduation date of May 14, 2026.
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
2019 - 2020
Studied Psychology (B.A.) at Florida International University via remote coursework from January 2019 to December 2020.
Hillsborough Community College
Associate's degree, General Studies
2017 - 2018
Studied General Studies and earned an Associate's degree at Hillsborough Community College (Plant City, FL) from August 2017 to December 2018.
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