Brennan Kolbe
Chicago
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Classroom Assistant
Clinton Elementary School
Chicago
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for diverse student needs.
- Supported classroom management by promoting positive behavior and fostering a creative learning environment.
- Facilitated small group instruction, enhancing student engagement and understanding of content.
Assistant Pastor
New Life Community Church
Chicago
07.2020 - 02.2023
- Conducted pastoral counseling for church members and families.
- Ministered through regular preaching and leadership of services.
- Facilitated weekly life group meetings and one-on-one sessions.
- Directed youth group activities for children from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
- Developed ministry training program for future leaders.
Manager
Chick-fil-A
Niles, IL
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Engaged daily in customer support and public relations; including responses to criticism, complaints, and feedback.
- Led a team of employees towards unity, health, and positivity in the workplace.
Office Manager
New Life Community Church
Chicago
12.2017 - 04.2020
- Managed all aspects of communication and logistics, including: membership portal, visitor assimilation, Google programs (Teams, Office suite), Canva, Mailchimp, bulletins, social media, podcasts, and mailers.
- Oversaw the execution of special events: summer camp; VBS; holiday services; prayer walks and evangelism outreach; corporate fasting.
Education
Master of Divinity -
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Deerfield, IL12-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Union University
Jackson, TN05-2016
Skills
- Creative resourcefulness
- Cultural intelligence
- Emotional intelligence
- Attention to detail
- Strategic thinking
- Problem solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Organizational skills
- Highly adaptable
Certification
- ACBC certification (in progress, phase 3)
- PSAP certified (Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional, with IITAP) (completed, 2025)
- SYMBIS facilitator (completed, 2022)
Timeline
Special Education Classroom Assistant
Clinton Elementary School
06.2023 - Current
Manager
Chick-fil-A
08.2020 - 08.2021
Assistant Pastor
New Life Community Church
07.2020 - 02.2023
Office Manager
New Life Community Church
12.2017 - 04.2020
Master of Divinity -
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies
Union University