A Religious Leader or Professional leads religious services and provides spiritual guidance or counseling. Presents knowledge and interpretation of theological texts. May work in a non-denominational setting like a prison or hospital, or work for specific faith-based congregation or denomination and follow the practices of that faith.
to provide guidance and direction to Christian Education (particularly children's ministry & youth) and to direct and lead youth programming for Middle School and High School age youth.
Job Classification:
Part-time; salaried; average of 25 hours per week with flexibility to serve more or less as the calendar flows (ex: more during VBS)
Requirements:
Familiarity with ELCA Theology, experience teaching and leading Children & Youth programming, resides locally
Accountability:
Accountable to the pastor as
Head of Staff Primary Responsibility:
to resource and oversee all areas of Christian Education and Youth ministries, continuing to seek innovative ways to support and enhance faith formation at Holy Spirit Lutheran Church by: researching and selecting age and context appropriate curriculum recruiting and scheduling volunteers and teachers for Children and Youth ministries; seeking to match volunteers' spiritual gifts and passions with our congregation's real needs training, equipping, and supporting teachers/volunteers creating engaging environments to visually enhance Christian education opportunities teaching bible study (as appropriate) ensure classrooms are set up for Sunday School classes taking the lead on planning and organizing Children's ministry large events (ex. VBS, Rally Day, Trunk or Treat, Advent Festival, Cocoa & Chaos Easter Egg hunt, or equivalent programs) supporting and equipping families by providing parents with tools to live out their faith at home seeking to develop family ministry events providing leadership for Middle & High School youth co-lead middle school Confirmation classes on Sunday evenings planning and implement activities (monthly Sept-May) for youth (including
CHARGE & NYG
) coordinating fundraising opportunities for youth and children ministries seeking opportunities to engage our youth and children in worship, stewardship and mission (including Family Christmas Eve service, Backpack blessings, etc.) providing effective lines of communication to educate and inform our congregation and community about our vibrant Christian Education ministry opportunities managing expenditures lead children's messages and participate in worship leadership as requested. conduct background checks for children's ministry volunteers oversee & resource "Little Lutheran Library" and seasonal devotionals
Other Responsibilities:
overseeing nursery and supervising nursery attendant collaborate, working as a team-player, with staff and volunteers perform other related duties as requested by the pastor
Working Conditions:
The position of Director of Christian Education & Youth Ministries requires flexibility in hours available for work, including evenings and weekends. The position is approximately 25 hours a week, with responsibilities on Sunday and some Wednesdays expected. Furthermore it is understood that the schedule may vary at different times of the year.
Qualifications:
Since the Director of Christian Education & Youth Ministries plays a significant role in the faith development of the younger members of the church, both as a leader, and as an example, HSLC seeks a professional leader who has a solid understanding of the foundations of the Christian faith, Lutheran tradition, and who has a strong desire to nurture young people in the Christian faith. We seek a person with good organizational skills who generates new ideas and programs and a person who values a team concept of ministry. While a degree in Youth and Family Ministry is not required, education or significant experience in Youth Ministry is strongly preferred.
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
From $35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Flexible schedule Application Question(s): What familiarity do you have with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and its theology?
