Youth Engagement and Religious Education Specialist

• The Children’s Religious Experience Teacher at Olympic Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (OUUF) supports parents/guardians and caregivers to help children become kind, respectful, fair-minded, caring, and compassionate enough to side with love and fight for justice.

• Develop weekly lesson plan that teaches one or more of the UU Principles by:
• Demonstrating or modeling the behaviors associated with the principle(s) through storytelling oopportunities for reflection and discussion on the principle(s)
• Adapting the UUA LREDA UU curriculum as appropriate for small class sizes where there may be different students in the classroom each week and limited class time (no longer than 1 hour) Provide structure and safety for playtime
• Ensure that two adults will be present in the classroom at all times
• Ensure that all children are cared for appropriately; seek assistance as needed
• Attend to concerns or needs a that parent/guardian shares regarding CRE
• Communicate with parents/guardians of children attending program, keeping them informed of:
• o Current activities (can provide suggested activities for home)
• o Classroom behavioral expectations
• o Upcoming activities and educational opportunities

Teachers should have the following abilities:

• Have strong behavior management skills that rely on positive, teaching opportunity, techniques.
• · Be self-directed and able to complete all tasks on time without direct supervision
• · Able to work as a team member with other OUUF staff/volunteers
• · Able to work comfortably with a range of personalities, treating all persons with respect and equity
• · Communicate effectively, professionally, and compassionately orally and in writing
• · Establish boundaries and maintain confidentiality with respect to all Fellowship activities and member concerns/needs
• · Be cognizant and respectful of Unitarian Universalist Principles and Sources
• Pass a background check
• · Demonstrated knowledge of and training with children or a related field
• · Possess valid Children’s CPR and First Aid certificate. This may be completed during the first month after hire. If your certificate is not current, the fellowship will pay the renewal fee.
• · At least one year of experience with childcare and/or teaching of infants/toddlers is necessary.
• · Experience with teaching and managing older children is desired.
• · Experience with classroom materials management

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3 – 4 per week

Schedule:

• Weekends only

License/Certification:

• Children's CPR and First Aid Certificate (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Port Angeles, WA 98362 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Port Angeles, WA 98362: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22