Makenzie Fisk
@makenziefisk
Dedicated educator with extensive experience in leadership and community engagement.
What I'm looking for
I am a passionate educator with a Master's Degree in Leadership and a focus on Christian Counseling. My diverse experience spans teaching, event planning, and community outreach, allowing me to foster strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can inspire creativity and teamwork.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led various educational programs and initiatives, including directing after-school clubs and summer camps. My role as a Client Care Coordinator honed my administrative skills, while my experience as a Kids Ministry Coordinator allowed me to develop engaging curriculum and coordinate impactful events for families. I believe in the power of education to transform lives and am committed to creating inclusive and supportive learning environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Event Planner
Self-Employed
Planned various events including weddings, retirement parties, birthday parties, and baby and bridal showers. Met with clients to plan and execute their vision, and served as the day-of coordinator for vendors and event flow.
Campus Ministry Coordinator
Concordia University Christian Life Ministries
Planned weekly worship services, semiannual retreats, and organized Bible studies and various events. Created and posted advertisements, attended strategic planning meetings, delivered presentations to boards of directors, and trained leaders while building relationships with students.
Office Assistant
Concordia University Provost Office
Performed essential office tasks including filing, mailings, and maintaining cleanliness. Responsible for decorating bulletin boards and handling various miscellaneous office jobs.
University Recruitment Representative
Concordia University
Called prospective students to encourage enrollment at Concordia University, providing information and answering questions for high school students and parents. Assisted in facilitating a smooth transition into college for new students.
Nanny / Babysitter
Self-Employed
Provided comprehensive care for children of all ages, including multiples, for varying durations. Served as a full-time nanny for one family and regularly cared for other families during evenings and weekends.
Children Ministry Intern
Our Savior Lutheran Church
Wrote Sunday school curriculum, recruited Sunday school teacher volunteers, and decorated classrooms. Led songs, taught Sunday school lessons, facilitated crafts, and organized games for children.
Receptionist
Hinshaws Acura
Managed filing and mailings, and efficiently answered and directed incoming phone calls. Provided essential front-desk support and ensured smooth communication flow.
Experience Guide / Teacher
Freedom Academy
Maintained strong communication with parents, colleagues, and students to ensure consistent academic progress and address any concerns promptly. Led weekly chapel sessions, incorporating engaging messages and activities to promote character development and spiritual growth. Directed after-school clubs and coordinated enriching summer camp programs, creating dynamic and inclusive environments that
Client Care Coordinator
Limitless Life Counseling
Performed various administrative duties including answering phones, managing scans, faxes, and filing, and tracking client paperwork. Prepared patient charts, greeted clients, processed payments, and assisted with billing and staff event planning.
Kids Ministry Coordinator
Evergreen Christian Community
Wrote online curriculum for Children’s ministry, directed actors, and collaborated with film and production teams. Served on a team for children and family events, and was responsible for recruiting and training volunteers.
Director of Christian Education
Faith Lutheran Church
Recruited and trained volunteers, led chapel and children’s messages, and organized events for all ages. Developed and selected curriculum, taught Christian education classes, managed basic office tasks, and led youth events including an outreach for single and pregnant moms.
PE Teacher
Faith Lutheran School
Planned and executed a comprehensive PE program for grades K-8, conducting personal research and networking with other PE teachers. Designed lessons based on themed units, adjusting content according to the age group being taught.
Director of Outreach
Our Savior Lutheran Church
Recruited and trained volunteers, organized volunteer efforts, and wrote newsletters to engage the community. Focused on serving the community, fostering team building, and planning impactful events.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Faith International University
Master’s Degree, Leadership, Christian Counseling
Pursued a Master's Degree with a major in Leadership, focusing on Christian Counseling. This program provided advanced knowledge in leadership principles and their application within a Christian context.
Concordia University
Bachelor's Degree, Christian Education
Completed a Bachelor's Degree with a major in Director of Christian Education and a minor in Professional Church Worker. This education led to certification in the Lutheran Church and commissioning as a minister of Religion.
Fife High School
High School Diploma
Obtained a High School Diploma, completing foundational education.
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