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DANIELLE MARIE LAPE

Mississauga

Summary

Youth Ministry professional with a Social Work background who is prepared to make a meaningful impact through pastoral guidance and community support. Proven success in organizing events and programs that resonate with young audiences and their families. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments. Effective communicator with passion for mentorship and spiritual development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Minister

Merciful Redeemer Parish
10.2020 - Current
  • Coordinate and lead successful weekly youth meetings for middle and high school students (Edge and LifeTeen program), fostering spiritual growth and community engagement through interactive Catechetical lessons, activities, and pastoral mentorship.
  • Collaborate with elementary and high schools to create seamless partnerships and opportunities for youth participation in faith-based events and programs.
  • Organize and execute retreats, team-building events, our summer camp, and parent information nights from groups of 10 to 500+ attendees, ensuring impactful experiences for participants and their families.
  • Trained, mentored, and provided guidance to youth and adult volunteers, equipping them with the tools and skills necessary to effectively serve within the youth ministry program.
  • Maintain social media presence to increase youth participation and developed innovative outreach initiatives, resulting in increased attendance at ministry events.
  • Spearhead fundraising campaigns to support youth-ministry retreat, conferences, special projects, and ongoing program expenses.
  • Managed yearly budget for the youth ministry program, ensuring responsible allocation of resources for maximum impact.

Catechist

Archdiocese of Toronto
06.2019 - 06.2020
  • Worked as a Catechist in the Schools for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program, a faith-based program for children ages 4 to 12 years old. Presented at 4 different elementary schools and 9 kindergarten classrooms in the Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB).
  • Provided spiritual guidance to children through bi-weekly visits and conducted presentations that involved the Bible, teachings of the Mass and on the Liturgy.
  • Communicated with various pastors, principles, and kindergarten educators frequently and collaborated closely with the CGS Coordinator.
  • Organized and created catechetical materials for the children., both virtual and in person.
  • Enhanced student understanding of religious principles by incorporating storytelling and real-life examples into lessons.
  • Utilized assessment tools to evaluate student comprehension of key concepts, adjusting instructional strategies as necessary for optimal learning outcomes.

Assistant Teacher

Prestige Montessori
09.2018 - 06.2019
  • Partnered with the Lead Teacher to plan and implement lessons following the school’s curriculum through Montessori ideology, goals, and philosophies.
  • Oversaw groups of up to 30 students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
  • Organized classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep them informed. Has experience writing report cards and progress reports.

Sales & Floor-Set Associate

Bath & Body Works
09.2016 - 06.2019
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
  • Assisted in any seasonal floor-set shifts of the store. Kept the backroom clean and organized to maximize team efficiency and productivity.

Senior Camp Leader

Parish
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Collaborated with Camp Director(s) and Camp Leaders to create a positive, faith-based, and inclusive environment for all camp attendees.
  • Supervised, guided and assisted participants during music, art projects, games and other activities to provide developmental stimulation.
  • Created the Volunteer training handbook and executed training practices for 10 to 25 volunteers, while also mentoring all camp volunteers.
  • Monitored camper behaviour and safety during activities, effectively handling discipline situations and encouraging positive behavior.
  • Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies to address behavioral issues among staff, volunteers, and campers.

Education

Bachelor of Social Work -

Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON
06.2018

Skills

  • Pastoral Care and counselling
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Strong Communication
  • Team Collaborator
  • Effective Leadership
  • Time management and organization
  • Problem Resolution
  • Supervision and mentorship
  • Small group facilitation
  • Crisis intervention
  • Budgeting and fundraising
  • Event coordination
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • First Aid / CPR - Level C
  • Social media proficiency

Certification

  • First Aid Training
  • Mental Health First Aid

Timeline

Youth Minister

Merciful Redeemer Parish
10.2020 - Current

Catechist

Archdiocese of Toronto
06.2019 - 06.2020

Assistant Teacher

Prestige Montessori
09.2018 - 06.2019

Senior Camp Leader

Parish
05.2017 - 08.2017

Sales & Floor-Set Associate

Bath & Body Works
09.2016 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Social Work -

Toronto Metropolitan University

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