Carly Spears
Youth Ministry Director
Carly Spears is the Director of Youth Ministries for Ridgefield UMC and is excited about this opportunity to connect with people, make a direct impact on the lives of children, and become part of a new community! Carly is responsible for overseeing the Sunday School programs and ensuring the safety, organization and operations of the programs. In her role, she checks students into their classes and monitors the hallway area to ensure safety. She supports the teachers as needed, including coverage if they are unavailable.
She has a strong background in education and teaching, earning a bachelor’s degree in English Literature and minor in teaching, and a Master’s degree in education. Carly has previous experience as an elementary school teacher, as well as a preschool administrator and a college level English instructor.
Carly and her husband Michael were married in 2018 under a chuppah in Reno, Nevada, just one day after one of the biggest snowstorms in Reno history! Enjoying the beautiful, cold, and snowy ceremony in Reno, they honeymooned in beautiful Hawaii just a few days later. In her spare time, Carly loves to be with her family. They love to take drives and explore new areas, travel, and try new restaurants. They LOVE Disneyland, the beach, and working in the garden!