Dan Upchurch

Developed the overall plan for the program.

Created the syllabi for the 12 courses in this program.

Recruited teachers for the courses in this program.

Provided translators for teachers as needed.

Taught several of the courses in this program.

Oversaw the recruitment and interviewing of new students.

Mentored the 70 students in the four groups in the program.

Managed the educational management software pages (Moodle) for all the courses.

Oversaw the grading of the assignments and the reporting of grades to the academic office.

Coordinated the functioning fo the program with the academic office.

• Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
• Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
• Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
• Facilitated mock job interviews for student skill-building and promoted potential networking opportunities.
• Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
• Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
• Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
• Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
• Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
• Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
• Established and maintained inclusive, collegial and collaborative culture within classroom.
• Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
• Taught diverse student population by employing various learning styles and abilities.
• Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
• Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
• Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
• Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
• Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students, delegating grading to teaching assistants when appropriate.
• Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
• Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
• Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
• Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
• Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs.
• Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
• Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.

• Facilitated and directed outreach events for local communities in Belarus, Ukraine, and Poland..
• Assisted in development of curriculum for mission trips in assigned regions.
• Led mission teams in prayer and spiritual formation.
• Presented mission-related topics at conferences to raise awareness and build networks.
• Prepared and delivered mission-related presentations to church and community groups.
• Built relationships with local and international mission organizations for successful partnerships.
• Implemented strategies for successful mission outreach to grow membership.
• Established mission partnerships in Belarus, Ukraine, and Poland to support outreach efforts.
• Prepared and distributed religious materials.
• Collaborated with other religious organizations and agencies.
• Facilitated worship services, encouraging participation from congregation.
• Educated members of congregation on religious beliefs and practices.
• Wrote and delivered sermons.
• Facilitated religious classes and forums.
• Supported religious leaders in performing various duties.
• Attended meetings with religious leaders.
• Sourced materials and labor to meet facility construction needs.
• Assisted with organizing religious activities and services.
• Participated in various outreach programs.
• Provided guidance to members of congregation.

• Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
• Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
• Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
• Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
• Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
• Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
• Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
• Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
• Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.

Designed and enhanced the program curriculum.

Composed the content for the eleven courses in the program.

Taught church planting courses on the program.

Mentored the students in the process of church planting.

Recruited additional teachers for the program.

Supervised the church planting office assistant.

Oversaw the budget of the program.

Made visits to the church plant locations and trained church planting teams of the students.

Conducted seminars, retreats, and conferences to encourage churches and individuals to engage in church planting.

Participated in two church planting efforts in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Worked with the academic dean and the seminary oversight team to coordinate the overall ministry of the seminary.

• Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
• Taught course on Eastern Orthodoxy, providing instruction to up to 15 graduate students.
• Created and implemented course agendas, lesson plans and activities to successfully meet course objectives.
• Integrated current events and cultural themes into course materials to contextualize subject matter and facilitate lifelong learning.
• Created unique, student-centered lesson plans and assignments for each class to promote maximum learning and knowledge retention.
• Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
• Improved student understanding by efficiently managing teaching materials and answering students' discussion inquiries.
• Used lectures, discussions and demonstrations to increase learning and classroom success.
• Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
• Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.

• Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
• Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
• Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions, and projects into lessons.
• Researched and selected course texts and supplemental learning materials.
• Instructed and evaluated students in classroom in alignment with college mission by incorporating innovative teaching and learning strategies.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, resulting in clear subject matter discussion with students.
• Developed diversified course curriculum to meet regulatory standards and support learning objectives.
• Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
• Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.
• Graded tests and assignments and uploaded to school database.
• Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
• Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
• Conducted on-going program assessment, enrollment and retention tracking.
• Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
• Applied innovative teaching methods to encourage student learning objectives.
• Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
• Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
• Impartially evaluated papers, projects and homework assignments of students, delegating grading to teaching assistants when appropriate.
• Created materials and exercises to illustrate application of course concepts.
• Developed semester outlines and instructional plans for each class session to comply with stated course objectives.
• Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
• Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
• Designed and implemented various educational activities and programs to meet student needs.
• Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
• Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
• Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
• Contributed to planning appropriate and engaging lessons for both classroom and distance learning applications.

• Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
• Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
• Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
• Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
• Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
• Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
• Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
• Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
• Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
• Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
• Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
• Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

• Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
• Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
• Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
• Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
• Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
• Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
• Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
• Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
• Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
• Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.