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Charles Bivens-Director of Mentoring & Dean of Bible College
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Jul 2024 - Dec 2024
6 monthsVancouver, United States
Director of Mentoring & Dean of Bible College
Living Hope XChange Church
Position Summary
Director of Mentoring & Dean of Bible College at Living Hope XChange Church
Industries
Education
Business Areas
Product Development
Quality Assurance
Strategy
- Designed and delivered academic coaching programs in leadership, discipleship, and spiritual formation, improving learner engagement by 30%.
- Directed curriculum development, learning assessments, and faculty training for a higher education college environment.
- Led academic content strategy and editorial oversight, ensuring pedagogical alignment and high-quality instructional materials.
Jan 2017 - Dec 2021
5 yearsVancouver, United States
Educational Director & Instructor
Discipleship in Action Academy
Position Summary
Educational Director & Instructor at Discipleship in Action Academy
Industries
Education
Business Areas
Information Technology
Product Development
- Created a four-year dual-credit program enabling middle and high school students to earn college credit.
- Authored all instructional materials, assessments, and course syllabi aligned with accreditation requirements.
- Implemented a four-year mentoring process based on master/apprentice modalities.
- Oversaw LMS content migration and managed technology integration for online and hybrid instruction.
Jan 2017 - Dec 2021
5 yearsOnline Program Coordinator & Academic Director
Northwest University Partnership Program
Position Summary
Online Program Coordinator & Academic Director at Northwest University Partnership Program
Industries
Education
Business Areas
Human Resources
Operations
Product Development
- Directed online learning initiatives, developed undergraduate-level curricula, and oversaw academic operations.
- Increased student engagement by 25% through innovative instructional design integrating mentoring via small groups and multimedia integration.
- Trained faculty on virtual teaching strategies, LMS navigation, and student success frameworks.
Jan 2012 - Dec 2016
5 yearsVancouver, United States
Lead Interim Pastor & Educator
Living Water Chinese Fellowship Church
Position Summary
Lead Interim Pastor & Educator at Living Water Chinese Fellowship Church
Industries
Education
Business Areas
Product Development
- Developed multilingual educational resources for a multicultural congregation.
- Designed monthly workshops and ongoing theological education courses.
- Managed all written and digital communications to support educational and spiritual growth.
Jan 2003 - Dec 2008
6 yearsTaipei, Taiwan, Province of China
International Ministries Pastor & Curriculum Developer
Bread of Life International Christian Church
Position Summary
International Ministries Pastor & Curriculum Developer at Bread of Life International Christian Church
Industries
Education
Business Areas
Human Resources
Product Development
- Created bilingual discipleship curricula for multicultural audiences.
- Led teacher training programs and authored small group study materials.
- Established mentoring frameworks improving learner participation by 15%.
Industry Experience
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Experienced in Education.
Education
Business Area Experience
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Experienced in Product Development, Human Resources, Information Technology, Operations, Quality Assurance, and Strategy.
Product Development
Human Resources
Information Technology
Operations
Quality Assurance
Strategy
Summary
Accomplished educator, curriculum developer, and academic leader with over a decade of experience designing and delivering transformative learning experiences in higher education, nonprofit, and cross-cultural settings. Proven expertise in instructional design, educational leadership, and student engagement through mentoring across in-person, hybrid, and online environments. Finalist in the highly competitive TIDEL Fellowship, recognized for standing “head and shoulders above the rest.” Adept at aligning academic content with measurable outcomes, fostering inclusive learning environments, and integrating emerging technologies into educational strategies.
Skills
Academic Program Leadership & Faculty Development
Curriculum & Instructional Design (Higher Ed & Secondary)
Learning Management Systems (Canvas, Moodle, Wordpress Lms)
Ai-integrated Education & Digital Learning Tools
Student Engagement & Retention Strategies
Research-based Writing & Editing (Apa, Chicago, Harvard)
Trauma-informed & Recovery-oriented Education
Canvas
Moodle
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office
Apple Keynote & Pages
Wordpress
Hostinger
Imovie
Final Cut
Adobe Acrobat
Apa/chicago/harvard Citation Styles
Languages
English
NativeChinese
AdvancedEducation
Oct 2006 - Jun 2009
University of Bangor / Mattersey Hall
Master of Theology, Practical Theology · Practical Theology · United Kingdom
Oct 2000 - Jun 2002
ICI/Global University
Bible & Theology Studies · Springfield, United States
Certifications & licenses
AI Certification – Writing.io (AI Prompting, Creative Writing, Prompt Engineering)
Writing.io
AI Governance & Ethics
Alison
AI Proficiency
Section ProfAI
Religious Trauma Certificate
Global Center for Religious Research
ACSI Biblical Studies Education Specialist
ITR Trauma Certification
Statistics
Experience
Total positions 5
Experience in Education 16.5 y
Avg length 4 y 3 m
Longest experience 5 y 11 m
Global Experience
Countries worked in 2 (United States, Taiwan, Province of China)
Primary country United States
Expertise
Recent roles Director of Mentoring & Dean of Bible College, Educational Director & Instructor, Online Program Coordinator & Academic Director
Main industries Education
Main business areas Product Development, Human Resources, Information Technology
Qualifications
Highest degree Master
Certifications earned 6
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Where is Charles based?
Charles is based in Knoxville, United States and prefers 100% remote projects.
What languages does Charles speak?
Charles speaks the following languages: English (Native), Chinese (Advanced).
How many years of experience does Charles have?
Charles has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Charles has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 3 months. Note that Charles may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
What roles would Charles be best suited for?
Based on recent experience, Charles would be well-suited for roles such as: Director of Mentoring & Dean of Bible College, Educational Director & Instructor, Online Program Coordinator & Academic Director.
What is Charles's latest experience?
Charles's most recent position is Director of Mentoring & Dean of Bible College at Living Hope XChange Church.
What companies has Charles worked for in recent years?
In recent years, Charles has worked for Living Hope XChange Church, Discipleship in Action Academy, and Northwest University Partnership Program.
Which industries is Charles most experienced in?
Charles is most experienced in industries like Education.
Which business areas is Charles most experienced in?
Charles is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Human Resources, and Information Technology. Charles also has some experience in Operations, Quality Assurance, and Strategy.
Which industries has Charles worked in recently?
Charles has recently worked in industries like Education.
Which business areas has Charles worked in recently?
Charles has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Information Technology, and Human Resources.
What is Charles's education?
Charles holds a Master in Practical Theology from University of Bangor / Mattersey Hall.
Does Charles have any certificates?
Charles has 6 certificates. Among them, these include: AI Certification – Writing.io (AI Prompting, Creative Writing, Prompt Engineering), AI Governance & Ethics, and AI Proficiency.
What is the availability of Charles?
Charles is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.
What is the rate of Charles?
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