Director of Christian Education

WAYNE CHURCH - A 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 church’s 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:

• Develop and 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 children's 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 Children's Message during worship

• Work with other church staff to fulfill duties, enrich the discipleship programs, expand Wayne Church’s 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 children’s and youth ministries

• Loving and caring marked by a high level of patience and tolerance

• Understands unique needs and challenges of today’s children and youth and can meet them at their level

• Ability to communicate effectively 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/Educational Requirements 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 should send a resume to learnmore@wayneumc.org.