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Amanda Godwin

Cumming

Summary

Mission-driven and relational professional passionate about advancing Kingdom work by building strong teams, fostering authentic relationships, and championing the growth of others. Experienced in nonprofit and ministry environments with a proven ability to lead with empathy, collaborate across disciplines, and support individuals through inclusive, individualized care.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Outreach Specialist

Warrior Paws Inc
Duluth
08.2025 - Current
  • Cultivated relationships with donors through personalized communication and outreach efforts.
  • Developed, wrote, and distributed Warrior Paws’ monthly newsletter to strengthen donor and community engagement.
  • Researched and implemented creative fundraising initiatives to expand community outreach and support service-dog programs.
  • Utilized donor management and engagement platforms such as Flipcause and Salesforce to streamline communication, track donations, and manage supporter relationships.

Camp Director

The ColLab
Milton
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Oversaw the hiring process for new counselors, ensuring that all applicants met qualifications.Managed daily operations of the camp, including safety protocols and maintenance requests.
  • Maintained a positive relationship with parents by responding promptly to their inquiries.
  • Monitored budget expenses related to staffing, supplies, and equipment purchases.
  • Ensured all necessary paperwork was completed prior to each activity or event.

Preschool Assistant Teacher of the Deaf

Atlanta Speech School
Atlanta
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Instructed Deaf and Hard of Hearing students using assistive devices and inclusive practices
  • Collaborated with families, SLPs, audiologists, and administrators on educational plans
  • Maintained accurate records (attendance, IEPs, assessments)
  • Supported students' behavioral and social development through structured activities

Assistant Teacher

The Lionheart School
Alpharetta
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Provided individualized instruction for students with special needs and nonverbal learners
  • Applied the DIR (Developmental, Individual-differences, Relationship-based) model
  • Fostered resilience and perseverance through positive reinforcement and inclusive strategies

School Counseling Intern

Forsyth County Schools
Cumming
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Supported students at a Title I elementary school through 1:1 academic and social assessments
  • Participated in IEP meetings, behavior plans, and special education services
  • Shadowed speech and language pathologists and led small instructional groups

WINGS Peer Mentor

Auburn University
Auburn
08.2020 - 01.2023
  • Guided students with intellectual disabilities across academic, social, and work settings
  • Served as Panhellenic Delegate, promoting inclusion during Greek recruitment

Sales & Social Media Associate

Elleb Gifts
Cumming
05.2017 - 12.2022
  • Provided product education and personalized customer service
  • Designed promotional displays and managed social media outreach

Ministry Intern

Church Of The Highlands
Auburn
01.2021 - 08.2022
  • Led small groups, recruited volunteers, and developed faith-based education plans.
  • Spearheaded small group curriculum and volunteer onboarding for both high school and college ministries.
  • Recognized for inclusive practices, supporting special needs ministries.
  • Facilitated small groups meetings among members of the church community.
  • Attended leadership chapel related to ministerial and biblical practices.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences

Auburn University
Auburn, AL
05-2023

Skills

  • Servant Leadership
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Partnership Development
  • Student and Family Ministry Support

Affiliations

Auburn University

  • Kappa Omicron Nu Honors Society
  • Disability Advocacy Award Recipient
  • Alpha Delta Pi – Beta Omega Chapter

Restoration Church

  • The Well Young Adults Leadership Team
  • Young Adults Small Group Leader
  • Greeter

Timeline

Outreach Specialist

Warrior Paws Inc
08.2025 - Current

Camp Director

The ColLab
05.2025 - 08.2025

Preschool Assistant Teacher of the Deaf

Atlanta Speech School
08.2024 - 05.2025

Assistant Teacher

The Lionheart School
08.2023 - 05.2024

School Counseling Intern

Forsyth County Schools
01.2023 - 05.2023

Ministry Intern

Church Of The Highlands
01.2021 - 08.2022

WINGS Peer Mentor

Auburn University
08.2020 - 01.2023

Sales & Social Media Associate

Elleb Gifts
05.2017 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences

Auburn University
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