Post by Liisa Analore on Mar 20, 2012 9:26:15 GMT -5
Youth/Children’s Ministry Position, First Congregational UCC. LA Crosse
Successful Applicant/s Will: Provide overall leadership in the educational/formational ministry, including guidance and resources for children and youth. This position may be filled by a single successful applicant or shared between two. This is a part time position; number of hours per week will depend upon whether the position is filled by a single applicant or two. Compensation will be negotiable depending upon successful applicant’s knowledge and experience as well as division of duties and responsibilities.
Functions Administration Supervision
Leadership Development Nurture
Planning
Resource Development Communication
Background and Performance Requirements:
* Education: Bachelor’s or Associate Degree preferred.
* Background: Character Verification Required
* Experience:
• Prefer church volunteer experience in a progressive theological setting.
• Some teaching experience a plus.
* Working Conditions:
• Normally works Sunday mornings before, during and after Sunday School
• Works on days that are normally considered holidays (Palm Sunday etc)
• Is provided office space and computer
• Expected to participate in weekly staff meetings
• Reports to the Senior Minister
• Expected to work in partnership with Christian Education Ministry
• Expected to participate in all appropriate Christian Education Ministry meetings
* Competencies and Skills:
• Must have the ability to contribute effectively to the ongoing Christian education and nurture of children, adolescents and adults.
• Must be able to collaborate with volunteers, co-workers members and guests
• Must have concern for nurture of children/youth as spiritual persons and as disciples of Jesus Christ
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Christian faith as expressed in this progressive United Church of Christ congregation
• Must have enthusiasm for educational ministry
If you’re interested in applying for this position, please contact Kristi Wolf, Office Manager, First Congregational Church, UCC, 2503 Main Street, La Crosse, WI 54601 (608) 784-8137.
Successful Applicant/s Will: Provide overall leadership in the educational/formational ministry, including guidance and resources for children and youth. This position may be filled by a single successful applicant or shared between two. This is a part time position; number of hours per week will depend upon whether the position is filled by a single applicant or two. Compensation will be negotiable depending upon successful applicant’s knowledge and experience as well as division of duties and responsibilities.
Functions Administration Supervision
Leadership Development Nurture
Planning
Resource Development Communication
Background and Performance Requirements:
* Education: Bachelor’s or Associate Degree preferred.
* Background: Character Verification Required
* Experience:
• Prefer church volunteer experience in a progressive theological setting.
• Some teaching experience a plus.
* Working Conditions:
• Normally works Sunday mornings before, during and after Sunday School
• Works on days that are normally considered holidays (Palm Sunday etc)
• Is provided office space and computer
• Expected to participate in weekly staff meetings
• Reports to the Senior Minister
• Expected to work in partnership with Christian Education Ministry
• Expected to participate in all appropriate Christian Education Ministry meetings
* Competencies and Skills:
• Must have the ability to contribute effectively to the ongoing Christian education and nurture of children, adolescents and adults.
• Must be able to collaborate with volunteers, co-workers members and guests
• Must have concern for nurture of children/youth as spiritual persons and as disciples of Jesus Christ
• Must have an understanding of and appreciation for the Christian faith as expressed in this progressive United Church of Christ congregation
• Must have enthusiasm for educational ministry
If you’re interested in applying for this position, please contact Kristi Wolf, Office Manager, First Congregational Church, UCC, 2503 Main Street, La Crosse, WI 54601 (608) 784-8137.