Children's Program Assistant (Part-Time) Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Manhattan (UUFM) Manhattan, Kansas About Us The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Manhattan (UUFM) is looking for caring, reliable people to help create a safe, welcoming, and fun nursery environment for our youngest children. This is a part-time position, usually 2 hours on Sunday mornings (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.) , typically 2-4 Sundays each month . Additional paid childcare opportunities may occasionally be available for special church events. Pay rate is $15/hour. We are looking for two people to add to our team. At UUFM, we believe everyone deserves to belong. Our Mission is to be a diverse, evolving, spiritual community acting for a better world. We envision ourselves as a vibrant, inclusive congregation, widely known as a safe haven and a force for social justice. Our shared values include Love, Justice, Equity, Generosity, Interdependence, Pluralism, and Transformation . We welcome people of every race, culture, nationality, age, family configuration, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, and socio-economic status who share these values into our community. Learn more about us at uufm.net . Who We're Looking For You might be a great fit if you: Enjoy spending time with young children. Are dependable and show up when you say you will. Can create a warm, welcoming environment for children and families. Are comfortable helping with basic childcare tasks like diaper changes, snacks, and play activities. Are willing to follow UUFM's child safety policies and complete a background check. Experience We're Excited About (But Not Required) We would especially love to hear from you if you have: Experience babysitting, nannying, working in childcare, teaching, camp counseling, or volunteering with children. First Aid and Infant/Child CPR certification. Coursework or interest in early childhood education, human development, social work, psychology, education, theater, recreation, or related fields. Experience working with children in a faith community, school, daycare, camp, or other group setting. Don't let this list stop you from applying! If you enjoy working with children and are excited about the position, we'd love to hear from you. Training and Support UUFM will provide and/or pay for any training deemed necessary for the role. The Director of Religious Education, Pastor, parents and volunteers with the Religious Education Team will provide guidance and support to help you succeed in the role. What You'll Do Caring for Children Welcome children and their families as they arrive. Help children feel safe, included, and comfortable. Play games, read stories, do simple activities, and engage children in age-appropriate ways. Support infants and young children with diaper changes, toileting, snacks, and other basic needs. Use positive encouragement and redirection to help children learn and thrive. Creating a Safe Environment Follow UUFM's Child and Youth Protection Policy at all times. Ensure children are supervised and safe. Be aware of allergies, medical information, and family instructions. Communicate any concerns to the Director of Religious Education. Caring for the Nursery Space Arrive around 10:00 a.m. to prepare the nursery. Clean up and organize the room after children leave. Help keep toys and supplies clean, safe, and organized. Let the Director of Religious Education know when supplies need to be restocked. Being Part of the Team Coordinate schedules with other nursery staff. Help find coverage when you're unable to work. Notify the Director of Religious Education as soon as possible if you're sick or unable to attend. Complete a monthly timesheet. Participate in occasional childcare opportunities at special UUFM events if interested and available. Supervision and Support You'll work closely with the Director of Religious Education, who serves as your primary supervisor. The Pastor and members of the Religious Education Team may also provide support and guidance when needed. We want this position to be a positive learning experience, especially for students and those considering careers working with children, families, education, counseling, ministry, or related fields. How to apply Please send a resume with at least three non-family references to Director Religious Education Emily Fraser at . We hope to fill our two open positions during the month of October.

Pay:

$15.00 per hour Expected hours: 1.0 - 2.0 per week

Work Location:

In person