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

Knox Presbyterian Church, Oakville
Knox Presbyterian Church, Oakville
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Oakville, Canada

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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

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