Children's Ministries Co-ordindator - Oakville, Canada - Knox Presbyterian Church, Oakville

Description

Knox Presbyterian Church is a vibrant, Christian community church in the heart of Oakville. Knox is looking for a passionate and committed Children's Ministries Coordinator to help share the love of God with children in our church and community.

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Overview:_

In this part-time role, reporting to the Faith Formation Cluster Coach, the Children's Ministries Coordinator will help to determine the vision, structure and coordination necessary to develop, support and administer a holistic program of spiritual development for the children.

This is an important role within our church community and will be a one-year, renewable contract.
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Key Roles, Responsibilities and Tasks:_

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Curriculum Development:

• Oversee and give primary leadership to KnoxOakville's Children's Ministry in a way that aligns with the church's goals and values
• Work with the Cluster Coach for Faith Formation and the clergy in curriculum development
• Identify and implement age appropriate curriculum to support the children's spiritual development

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Sunday Mornings

• Inside the Sanctuary:
• Coordinate/lead a time with the children during the worship service ("Wondering Time.").
• PrayerGround (insanctuary children's area): weekly set up, stocking, tidying
• Worship Bags for children during service: weekly clean out and restocking

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Sunday Morning

• Outside of the Sanctuary:
• Plan and resource weekly lessons (e.g. crafts, games, snacks etc.)
• Teach the weekly lesson (and/or ensure a volunteer is available to teach)
• Classroom set up and tear down

- "Cozy Corners"

• Setup, stocking, tidying

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Special Services/Annual Events:

• Oversight of VBS implementation
• Curriculum selection, and resource ordering etc.
• Establishing and collaborating with a team of volunteers to coordinate and implement the program for 1 week in the summer
• Collaborate with clergy and worship team for special services as required (e.g. Christmas eve, Easter, Pentecost, services with Sacraments, etc.)

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Administrative:

• Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings (Tuesday mornings)
• Volunteer management and coordination as it relates to children's ministries (leading with care, volunteer schedule, training etc.)
• Communicate with families, staff, congregation (including Sunday morning announcements, newsletter, welcome/we miss you cards, birthday cards)
• Collaborate with Cluster Coach for Faith Formation regarding regular reports to Session, and annual budget planning
• Participate in professional development
• Work with volunteers
• Stay current with trends about Children's Ministry
• Participate in Oakville Child and Youth Network Committee (OCYNC)

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Qualifications & Skills:_

• A follower of Christ.
• A passion for ministry with children and families and an understanding of the importance of this ministry within the church.
• 34 years' experience with Sunday School, or child education; experience teaching children is a must
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong organizational and problemsolving abilities.
• Collaborative; able to work well with other leaders and volunteers.
• Flexible, curious, dependable and collaborative perspective.
• Active involvement in church life within the Knox Oakville worshiping community.
• Willingness to relocate or commute to Oakville.
• Completed Security Clearance (police records check), consistent with the denomination's Leading With Care policy.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development (to be financed through the Faith Formation budget).

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Remuneration:_

- $25 an hour for up to 20 hours per week.

• Vacation pay per the Ontario ESA minimum of 4% (6% once reach five years of service)

While we appreciate all applicants, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.


Job Type:
Part-time


Salary:
$20.00-$25.00 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Benefits:

• Onsite parking

Schedule:

• Every Weekend

Work Location:
In person