Title: Religious Educator - PreK to Grade 1 Specialist
Department: Lifespan Religious Education
Reports to: Director of Lifespan Religious Education (DLRE)
Position type: Part-time contract position
Start Date: June 2, 2024
Schedule: Total 4-5 hours per week. Core hours Sunday 9-1 and occasional evening/weekend events
Starting Rate: $17.50 per hour
About the Position: Our programs offer children the opportunity to be in community together, develop shared identity, access their spirituality, and learn and grow in their values in a pluralistic environment. The religious educator will serve as a stable presence in childrens’ lives, providing a safe, supportive, and enriching environment by fostering community within the classroom. This includes leading a circle gathering, story time, and activities for children present each Sunday morning. The Religious Educator serves as the consistent primary classroom leader each Sunday and is always supported by a second adult.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead centering circle, story time, and activities for a group of up to 8 children in preK through Grade 1 each Sunday
- Use positive classroom management skills to foster a safe environment and classroom community
- Co-facilitate occasional educational events or series
- Collaborate with DLRE and co-teachers as needed to prep and plan/adapt classroom activities and programming
- Participate in co-leading multi-age children’s programming as needed
Required Skills/Abilities
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- College credit hours in education or related field or equivalent experience
- Strong commitment to community service and Unitarian Universalist values
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively
- Demonstrated judgment and understanding of child and youth safety
Preferred Skills/Abilities:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- CPR or first aid certification
About First Unitarian
First Unitarian is a diverse congregation committed to addressing personal and societal challenges with passionate action for the healing of the world. Our Lifespan Religious Education (LRE) program offers opportunities for ethical, social, and spiritual growth for children, youth, and adults in a nurturing spiritual community. We celebrate and affirm the active engagement of LGBTQ+ members, friends, and their families.
To Apply:
Send a resume and cover letter to dlre@firstuchicago.org.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: 4 – 5 per week
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Grade school specialties:
- 1st grade
- Kindergarten
- Pre-Kindergarten
Schedule:
Work setting:
Work Location: In person