My Experience

A detailed look at my professional roles and extensive leadership in service to the community.

Work Experience

Program Director

Middle Tennessee Council, Scouting America

Summer 2023 - 2025 (Seasonal)

  • Promoted to Program Director for Summer 2025, leading operations for over 1,000 campers and supervising 40+ staff across 60+ program areas.
  • Designed and executed daily schedules, incorporating merit badges, campfires, and evening programs.
  • Mentored and coordinated staff while overseeing fellowship gatherings, dining hall programming, and troop competitions, engaging over 300 stakeholders weekly.

Substitute Teacher

Wilson & Putnam County Schools

May 2023 – Present

  • Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills to create a safe and effective learning environment for students across various grade levels.
  • Monitor student growth and behavior, adapting teaching strategies as needed.
  • Work effectively with fellow staff members to ensure a consistent educational experience.

Leadership & Service

Executive Board Member

Middle Tennessee Council, Scouting America

December 2022 – February 2025

  • Advocated for the interests of over 10,000 scouts and guided community support for the scouting program.
  • Contributed effectively to board discussions to help drive strategic decision-making.

Scouting Leadership

Wa-Hi-Nasa Lodge & Troop 1204

August 2017 – Present

  • Led an 850-member organization as Lodge Chief, managing 80+ leaders and an $81,000 budget.
  • Directed 150 volunteers to execute a week-long Winter Camp for over 500 scouts.
  • Received the prestigious Founder’s Award for dedication to service.
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Children and Youth Volunteer

First Church of the Nazarene, Cookeville, TN

October 2023 – Present

Children and Media Volunteer

Grace Church of the Nazarene, Nashville, TN

August 2016 - September 2023