***This position requires working on Sundays***
JOB DESCRIPTION
Nursery Ministry Co-Director
Purpose
We believe Jesus Christ must be at the center of our lives, and the making of disciples of Jesus at the core of our ministry. We will provide a safe, loving, Christ-centered intergenerational environment for children ages birth through kindergarten and facilitate age-appropriate opportunities for spiritual formation within the nursery, that align with the vision of FPC.
Specific Position Objectives
- In partnership with the Co-Director, provide ministry planning, communication, and execution of formation opportunities for children ages birth through kindergarten.
- Design and implement curriculum/activities that guide age appropriate (3mos-5yrs) development helping to grow children physically and spiritually in God’s love.
- Build strategic relationships with parents and other community care providers.
- Work as part of the Christian Formation ministry team to develop cohesive ministry plans.
- Develop and execute consistent nursery policies for caregivers, families, and children in partnership with the Early Childhood Education Center.
- Evaluate and lead the visioning process for an expanded nursery caregiving ministry to staff and Covenant Partners.
- Work in partnership with our Early Childhood Education Center ministry.
- Interview and hire Nursery Caregivers in conjunction with the Christian Formation Pastor and Executive Pastor.
- Provide quarterly safety training and staff development as well as annual CPR certification for all Nursery Caregivers.
- Supervise and schedule caregivers.
- Attend ministry group meetings as requested.
- Review and approve ministry group accounts payable requests and submit payroll for nursery staff.
Desired Qualifications
- Be a faithful follower of Jesus Christ with a willingness to be helpful and supportive of others in their spiritual journeys.
- Acceptance and agreement with the vision, mission statement, values, and goals of FPC Midland, including Staff Covenant.
- Preferably a bachelors in education that includes child development hours and one year working in a licensed center or a directors certificate and at least two years working in a licensed facility
- Five years of experience in child care and two years of experience in child care supervision
- Effective interpersonal skills and communication skills.
- Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite.
Accountability
The Nursery Co-Director is under the supervision of the Christian Formation Pastor, and is accountable to the Executive Pastor and the Session.
Relationships
This position will require a close and positive daily working relationship with all members of the staff, Covenant Partners, guests, and vendors. This person also serves as a staff resource for the Christian Formation Committee. Both Nursery Co- Director will work closely together and supervise the all Nursery Caregivers.
Evaluation:
The Director of Nursery Ministry is evaluated annually by the Christian Formation Pastor. This evaluation is reviewed by the Personnel Ministry of the Session.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Patient demographics:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person