DANIEL NIRANJAN
Educator And Evangelist
Mount Lavinia, Sri Lanka
Summary
A bondservant of Christ. Proven educator with outstanding communication and instruction experience. Adjunct Faculty well adapted to different classroom settings and subjects. Masterful at new teaching styles and concepts and can work within constraints of school guidelines and policies. Keen observer equipped to change teaching styles based on the leading of the Holy Spirit, student need or subject matter. Constantly looking out for educational and leadership positions to grow and help others grow. Self-motivated to consistently provide lasting results in line with stringent targets and deadlines.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Director of Education
Foursquare Children's Homes
12.2011 - Current
- Counseled and rehabilitated oppressed Children
- Oversaw learning needs of Children studying at various levels and subjects.
- Offered Christian education, pastoral care and spiritual support in high-stress environment.
- Prepared action plans to address concerns discovered through surveys, classroom observations and conversations with stakeholders.
- Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
- Recruited, trained and mentored faculty and staff in best practices for instruction.
- Observed teachers and students in classrooms to gather data and improve instruction.
- Developed engaging and effective curricula for Children and adults aged 4 to 30.
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
- Directed day-to-day operations of education program and supervised support staff to delegate assignments and evaluate performance.
- Evaluated programs and monitored implementation and compliance with regulations to achieve objectives.
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials.
- Monitored overhead, prepared budgets and directed spending and resources to support fiscal efficiency.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
Adjunct Teacher
Life Bible College
01.2014 - Current
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Advised students in academic matters to improve successful course completion.
- Worked cooperatively with other members of faculty and staff to contribute to overall institutional effectiveness.
- Developed and kindled professional relationships with students to better communicate and enhance instruction.
- Identified academic strengths and obstacles and developed instructional techniques to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed and implemented Self leadership curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development and instruction improvement program.
- Developed creative and effective teaching methods for course content to capture students attention.
- Displayed professional demeanor and served as role model for students.
- Showed excellent interpersonal dialogue skills ensuring student retention of subject matter.
- Applied multitude of valid methods to employ and assess students' understanding of content.
Evangelist
Sri Lanka Foursquare Gospel Church
06.2008 - Current
- Traveled the Nation of Sri Lanka and to other countries to deliver the gospel to those who have not heard the gospel.
- Moved in Signs and Wonders to manifest the power of the gospel.
- Engaged in Strategic level warfare.
- Discipled others in Evangelism.
- Collaborated with team leads to develop strategy, plan and performance measures for cultural barriers and globalization.
- Revised and implemented new church activities to explore, rehab and reignite evangelistic emphasis.
- Garnered admiration from extensive contacts in field through content creation and public speaking.
- Wrote, published and spoke about salvation to spread message of Christ to wider church.
- Revitalized congregation through outreach and ministry engagement.
- Encouraged and facilitated spiritual growth of parishioners and discipled new Christians.
Counselor for Individuals Affected by War
Sri Lanka Foursquare Gospel Church
01.2012 - Current
- Ministered Deliverance and Healing to those that needed
- Helped deal with deep seated prejudices and emotional allergies
- Coached people to see new realities
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Evaluated individuals to determine needs and provide necessary support.
- Monitored care, human resources and implementation of Foursquare policies and procedures.
- Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities and developing career plans.
Consultant Counselor to Pastors and Leaders
Sri Lanka Foursquare Gospel Church
01.2013 - Current
- Came alongside Pastors and leaders to help them with deep seated issues and problems.
- Mentored on relevant areas to help Pastors and Leaders improve themselves.
- Coached to help bring Strategic drivers to fruition.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Youth Pastor
Sri Lanka Foursquare Gospel Church
01.2011 - 02.2013
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling and prayer.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship and service opportunities.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care and older adult ministry programs.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Officiated special services such as baptisms.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Admin Assistant
Sri Lanka Foursquare Gospel Church
02.2011 - 11.2011
- Performed routine clerical tasks by scanning, filing and copying documents.
- Composed, edited and prepared correspondence and other department documents.
- Performed routine analysis and calculations to process data for internal reports.
Youth Pastor
Philippines Foursquare Gospel Church
09.2009 - 12.2010
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Taught and counseled youth ages 10 to 25.
- Shared valuable life experiences with youths aged 10 to 25 to promote positive self-esteem and improve social skills.
Youth Leader
Living way Foursquare Church
11.2008 - 12.2010
- Coached, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative and poised team members.
- Provided counseling to students with spiritual and personal issues and maintained relationships with students.
- Modeled appropriate interactions with youth individually and in groups by encouraging involvement in activities.
- Organized group activities and outings for youth and led weekly Bible study meetings.
- Engaged youth by following, implementing and assisting in creating lesson plans.
- Collaborated with youth pastors to establish program objectives and achieved outcome goals by devising effective strategies.
- Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.
Youth Leader
Living Waters Foursquare Gospel Church
12.2006 - 12.2007
- Engaged youth by following, implementing and assisting in creating lesson plans.
- Maintained good relationships with parents through regular communication and active participation in planned activities.
- Provided counseling to students with spiritual and personal issues and maintained relationships with students.
- Collaborated with youth pastors to establish program objectives and achieved outcome goals by devising effective strategies.
Credit control Assistant
Food Partners Limited
London
07.2006 - 08.2006
- Made contact and took action to collect on insufficient funds checks.
- Handled reporting, filing and collections paperwork for credit group.
- Assisted in accounts receivable, cash receipts and collections and daily deposits.
- Assessed credit risk and analyzed financial statements.
- Contacted customers and requested financial documentation.
Education
Master of Arts - Strategic Leadership
Life Pacific University
San Dimas, California 01.2021 - Current
Master of Divinity - Divinity
The New International University
Bellevue, USA 01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Theology - Theology
Foursquare Bible College
Manila, Philippines 09.2009 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science - Applied Business Computing
Cecos London College
Aldgate, East London 01.2007 - 12.2008
High School Diploma -
Lyceum International School
Colombo, Sri Lanka 09.1994 - 08.2006
Skills
Sensitive to the voice of the Holy Spirit and the heartbeat of God
Empathic listener and speaks three languages
Skilled in cross cultural leadership
Excellent ability to lead diverse teams
Strong ability to lead under pressure a
Proven strategist with critical thinking and decision-making skills
Strong capability to break down complex truths in ways beginners can understand
Impeccable planning and organizational skills
Analytical and problem solving skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Exceptional knowledge of conducting research and statistical analysis
Self-reflective and a quick learner
Effective computer skills
Certification
TOEFL Certification
Timeline
Master of Arts - Strategic Leadership
Life Pacific University
01.2021 - Current
Master of Divinity - Divinity
The New International University
01.2019 - Current
Adjunct Teacher
Life Bible College
01.2014 - Current
Consultant Counselor to Pastors and Leaders
Sri Lanka Foursquare Gospel Church
01.2013 - Current
TOEFL Certification
06-2012
Counselor for Individuals Affected by War
Sri Lanka Foursquare Gospel Church
01.2012 - Current
Director of Education
Foursquare Children's Homes
12.2011 - Current
Admin Assistant
Sri Lanka Foursquare Gospel Church
02.2011 - 11.2011
Youth Pastor
Sri Lanka Foursquare Gospel Church
01.2011 - 02.2013
Youth Pastor
Philippines Foursquare Gospel Church
09.2009 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Theology - Theology
Foursquare Bible College
09.2009 - 12.2010
Youth Leader
Living way Foursquare Church
11.2008 - 12.2010
Evangelist
Sri Lanka Foursquare Gospel Church
06.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Applied Business Computing
Cecos London College
01.2007 - 12.2008
Youth Leader
Living Waters Foursquare Gospel Church
12.2006 - 12.2007
Credit control Assistant
Food Partners Limited
07.2006 - 08.2006
High School Diploma -
Lyceum International School
09.1994 - 08.2006