Job Overview

wayne church - a united methodist community

love & serve through christ

210 s. wayne ave, wayne, pa, 19087

wayneumc.org

position title: director of christian education

major function:

the director of christian education develops and implements discipleship programs, family-oriented events, and community outreach initiatives to strengthen relationships within the church and extend the church's reach to the broader community. this individual will work in a team-based environment with church staff, congregational volunteers, and paid childcare workers. all responsibilities will focus on fostering and maintaining a loving, inclusive, and safe environment for our children, youth, and families.

duties/responsibilities:

• develop and implement a christian discipleship program for children and youth under the guidance of the lead pastor

• incorporate interactive and experiential activities, as well as technology, to appeal to all ages and learning styles

• coordinate curriculum for children's church and youth programing

• coordinate childcare during worship services and other special events; ensure volunteer and staff coverage for each occasion

• organize engaging youth programing, including regular youth group meetings and outings

• organize and lead annual mission trip(s) and other service opportunities

• recruit, train, and manage both paid and volunteer childcare staff

• manage classroom set-up and the procurement of classroom/activity supplies

• collaborate with the lead pastor to align discipleship plan across the children, youth, and adult ministries

• encourage children and youth to serve in sunday worship services

• develop special community-oriented opportunities (i.e. vbs, christmas, easter events)

• coordinate family friendly events to encourage and support christian values and family traditions

• build relationships with parents and provide support and care in conjunction with the lead pastor and other ministry areas

• execute strategies to enrich and grow the children and youth ministry

• provide/coordinate the children's message during worship

• work with other church staff to fulfill duties, enrich the discipleship programs, expand wayne church's reach

• ensure compliance with all child safety laws and regulations (i.e., safe sanctuaries um requirement , background checks, mandated reporter training)

• develop and implement staff and volunteer guidelines and code of conduct

• preach occasional sunday sermons (if interested)

• other duties as needed and assigned

desired staff characteristics

• strong christian faith and passion for children's and youth ministries

• loving and caring marked by a high level of patience and tolerance

• understands unique needs and challenges of today's children and youth and can meet them at their level

• ability to communicate effectively with children and adults

• ability to work in a team-based environment

• ability to organize and delegate to teams of volunteers

• commitment to go above and beyond to achieve specific goals during key seasons throughout the year

• accountable and flexible

experience/educational requirements and qualifications:

• related experience working with children (minimum of 3 years preferred)

• college degree preferred

• background in seminary or early childhood education a plus

• cleared through state and national background checks

• ability to balance multiple projects while staying organized

reports to the lead pastor. this is a full-time position and includes sunday responsibilities. interested applicants should send a resume to .