***This position requires working on Sundays***
JOB DESCRIPTION
Nursery Ministry Assistant 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 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 Assistant Director is under the supervision of the Nursery Ministry Director, 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.
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