What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director Children's and Family Ministries - Elementary position at Peachtree Road United Methodist Church?
General Description
Assist and support all areas of program ministry to children and families, birth through 5th grade.
Specifically work with staff, families, and volunteers to disciple the kindergarten through second grade participants.
Primary Job Responsibilities/Duties
- Prepare lessons and material needed for Sunday School and W.O.W. classes (grades first through second)
- Coordinate teacher volunteers for Sunday morning
- Assist in planning and leading Teacher Training Workshops
- Plan and execute seasonal events for children and families, specifically those for elementary families
- Build community for families with elementary age children
- Recruit volunteer teachers for the school year, summer, and all special events throughout the year
- Attend and participate in quarterly Children’s Leadership Council meetings
- Help manage and provide content for Children’s Ministry Social Media
- Help create and implement strategic planning to fulfill yearly goals of the church and children’s ministries
Education and Experience
- College Degree, preferred or relevant work experience
- Experience working or volunteering with children, preferred
Competencies (knowledge/skills/abilities)
At PRUMC, we are a team that challenges each other to grow in a collaborative and productive environment. Commitment to our mission means we approach all that we do with a prayerful and faithful frame of mind. We are dedicated to showing respect, care, and compassion to the members of our staff, congregation, and community.
- Ability to multitask and plan for multiple activities at the same time
- Excellent communication/teamwork/interpersonal/ organizational skills
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to connect and effectively communicate with both parents and children
Position Structure and Level
- Children & Family Ministries Department
- Reports to Director of Children & Family Ministries
- Works with Director of Children & Family Ministries, Program Assistant, nursery staff, staffing agencies, parents, volunteers, children
- Works Sundays and church acknowledged religious holidays
- Hourly, nonexempt position
- 20-25 hours per week onsite