Valerie Barter
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Provider
Self-employed
08.2015 - Current
- Cared for children ages 1-4 in my home.
- Provided daily care including meals, snacks, age appropriate activities, outdoor play, regular routines and emotional support.
- Built close relationships with families through regular communication.
Piano Teacher
Self-employed
09.1994 - Current
- Taught piano and music theory to children from age 4 to adults.
- Developed lesson plans, selected course materials and chose activities and performance opportunities for each student according to age and skill level.
Chaplain
Salvation Army Newfoundland Division
08.2010 - 04.2014
- Provided spiritual guidance, emotional and practical support to post-secondary students.
- Collaborated with chaplains from other denominations and faiths, the university counselling center and student services division, addressing both physical, spiritual and emotional needs of students and faculty. Participated in memorial services and special events held on campus.
- Led programs such as weekly worship services, Bible study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Oversaw and mentored the executive of the Salvation Army Student Fellowship.
Youth Pastor
St. John's Salvation Army Temple
08.2002 - 07.2010
- Worked with children and youth from birth to post-secondary ensuring there was appropriate programming and ministries for each age group.
- Participated in or planned activities and special events. Taught bible study for youth and young adults. Provided leadership training. Planned and conducted monthly worship services, participated in weekly services, prepared sermons and preached regularly.
- Recruited volunteers from the congregation to assist in various aspects of the youth ministry program such as event planning, teaching, and chaperoning large events.
- Maintained records of attendance, event details, financial information, and contact information for all youth ministry participants.
- Provided pastoral care and counseling to youth dealing with personal challenges, offering guidance and support.
Head Counselor
Salvation Army Camp Starrigan
05.2001 - 08.2002
- Oversaw and supervised cabin counselors for summer holiday camps. Provided support for emergencies and challenging behaviors in cabins.
- Developed training materials for camp staff.
- Provided devotional materials and opportunities for both campers and camp staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, NLCertification
Critical Incident Stress Management
- Group Crisis Intervention
- Individual Crisis Intervention and Peer Support
- Train the Trainer
Red Cap Anger Management Program - Facilitator
Drug Proof Your Kids - Facilitator
Basic First Aid (not currently updated)
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Self-employed
08.2015 - Current
Chaplain
Salvation Army Newfoundland Division
08.2010 - 04.2014
Youth Pastor
St. John's Salvation Army Temple
08.2002 - 07.2010
Head Counselor
Salvation Army Camp Starrigan
05.2001 - 08.2002
Piano Teacher
Self-employed
09.1994 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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