Director of Christian Education Wayne Church

Church Name: Wayne Church Address: 210 S. Wayne Ave City: Wayne State: Pennsylvania Zipcode: 19087 Church Website:https://www.wayneumc.org Full Name: Greg Impink Phone: (610) 688-5650 Email:wayne_church_emhb20250002@ministryhire.com Position Description: WAYNE CHURCHA UNITED METHODIST COMMUNITY Love & Serve through Christ 210 S. Wayne Ave, Wayne, PA, 19087 wayneumc.org/(610)688-5650 Position Title: Director of Christian Education Major Function: The Director of Christian Education develops and implements discipleship programs, family-oriented events, and community outreach initiatives to strengthen relationships within the church and extend the churchs reach to the broader community. This individual will work in a team-based environment with church staff, congregational volunteers, and paid childcare workers. All responsibilities will focus on fostering and maintaining a loving, inclusive, and safe environment for our children, youth, and families. Duties/Responsibilities: Developand implement a Christian discipleship program for children and youth under the guidance of the Lead Pastor Incorporate interactive and experiential activities, as well as technology, to appeal to all ages and learning styles Coordinate curriculum for childrens church and youth programing Coordinate childcare during worship services and other special events; ensure volunteer and staff coverage for each occasion Organize engaging youth programing, including regular youth group meetings and outings Organize and lead annual mission trip(s) and other service opportunities Recruit, train, and manage both paid and volunteer childcare staff Manage classroom set-up and the procurement of classroom/activity supplies Collaborate with the Lead Pastor to align discipleship plan across the children, youth, and adult ministries Encourage children and youth to serve in Sunday worship services Develop special community-oriented opportunities (i.e. VBS, Christmas, Easter events) Coordinate family friendly events to encourage and support Christian values and family traditions Build relationships with parents and provide support and care in conjunction with the Lead Pastor and other ministry areas Execute strategies to enrich and grow the children and youth ministry Provide/coordinate the Childrens Message during worship Work with other church staff to fulfill duties, enrich the discipleship programs, expand Wayne Churchs reach Ensure compliance with all child safety laws and regulations (i.e., Safe Sanctuaries [UM requirement], background checks, mandated reporter training) Develop and implement staff and volunteer guidelines and code of conduct Preach occasional Sunday sermons (if interested) Other duties as needed and assigned Desired Staff Characteristics: Strong Christian faith and passion for childrens and youth ministries Loving and caring marked by a high level of patience and tolerance Understands unique needs and challenges of todays children and youth and can meet them at their level Ability to communicateeffectively with children and adults Ability to work in a team-based environment Ability to organize and delegate to teams of volunteers Commitment to go above and beyond to achieve specific goals during key seasons throughout the year Accountable and flexible Experience/EducationalRequirements and Qualifications: Related experience working with children (minimum of 3 years preferred) College degree preferred Background in seminary or early childhood education a plus Cleared through state and national background checks Ability to balance multiple projects while staying organized Reports to the Lead Pastor. This is a full-time position and includes Sunday responsibilities. Interested applicants apply HERE. #J-18808-Ljbffr