Sheila Durk
Kennett
Summary
Licensed UPCI minister with over 10 years of experience in Christian education and ministry. Expertise in curriculum development, tutoring, and leadership across various age groups. Committed to mentoring youth and fostering both spiritual and academic growth. Proven ability to create engaging learning environments that promote student achievement.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Youth Pastor / Youth Pastor / Ministry Leader
First Church
Kennett
2017 - Current
- Assistant Youth Pastor/Youth Pastor (2014 – 2023) – Assisted with youth leadership, lesson planning, mentoring, and outreach. Led youth ministry services, discipleship programs, retreats, camps, and mission trips.
- Youth Team Member (2023 – Present) – Mentor and support youth ministry leadership and student discipleship.
- Hyphen Director (2021 – Present) – Lead young adult ministry, providing mentorship, spiritual growth opportunities, and community connection.
- Single Adult Ministry (SAM) Director (2023 – Present) – Develop and oversee programs for single adults, fostering spiritual development, fellowship, and community service.
- Licensed Minister, UPCI (2023 – Present) – Preach, teach, and serve in various church and community ministry capacities.
Teacher
Kennett Christian Academy
11.2013 - Current
- Kindergarten teacher for 6 years, developing foundational literacy, math, and social skills.
- Elementary teacher (Grades 1–6) for 5 years, teaching multiple subjects and supporting students’ academic and spiritual growth.
- High school subject teacher: 10th Grade Biology – 1 year, High School Psychology & Anatomy – 1 year
- School-wide courses taught: U.S. History – 2 years, English – 3 years; current year serves as school-wide English teacher
- Current teaching role (2025–2026): 1st Grade Teacher in the afternoons, in addition to school-wide English classes.
- After-school tutoring – Provide 2 hours of daily English and Math Instruction for students across all grades.
- Weekly chapel coordination – Organize and lead weekly chapel services, scheduling speakers, worship leaders, and praise team members.
- Develop and implement lesson plans that align with a Christian worldview, adapting content to accommodate multiple age levels and learning styles.
- Assess and monitor student performance through tests, projects, and individualized support.
- Mentor student leaders and support extracurricular programs, including clubs, student council, and service projects.
- Plan and coordinate field trips, school events, and community engagement activities.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom updates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO07-2020
Skills
- Classroom management
- Pastoral care
- First aid and safety
- Discipleship training
- Small group facilitation
- Worship leading
- Youth mentoring
- Administrative tasks
- Biblical studies
- Community service
- Spiritual guidance
- Mentoring
Accomplishments
- Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning and repetition to reinforce learning.
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
Work History
01-2014
Timeline
Teacher
Kennett Christian Academy
11.2013 - Current
Assistant Youth Pastor / Youth Pastor / Ministry Leader
First Church
2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Technical University