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Apply for This Job Assoc Director of Children's & Community Ministry John Knox Presbyterian Church Normandy Park, WA Posted: September 12, 2023     Job Information: John Knox Presbyterian Church Normandy Park, Washington Position Title: Associate Director of Children's and Community Ministry Time Requirement: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Compensation: $24-$28/hour DOE Accountability: The Associate Director of Children and Community Ministry reports to the Head of Staff and is accountable to the Session of the John Knox Presbyterian Church (JKPC). Summary: The Associate Director of Children and Community Ministry provides primary leadership to the ministry to children ages birth-5th grade and assists in administrative leadership to the JKPC Community Preschool. Essential Duties and Responsibilities -Oversee, develop, and lead a comprehensive ministry and curriculum plan for children ages birth-5th grade. -Lead and coordinate volunteers in planning and implementing seasonal special events hosted by JKPC and open to the community. -Collaborate with Preschool Director to implement engaging communication with children and parents. -Actively participate in and collaborate in visioning for ministries for children and families at JKPC, the Preschool, and in the larger community. -Actively collaborate with the Preschool Director and ministry team to design, implement, and review an ongoing plan for strategic relational engagement of preschool families. -Collaborate with the Preschool Director to design, plan, and lead chapel sessions for preschool students. -Recruit, screen, train, and supervise paid childcare staff. -Assist the Preschool Director in hiring Preschool staff. -Recruit, screen, train, support, encourage, and celebrate volunteers participating in all facets of the ministry. -Coordinate with other JKPC ministry leaders and teams to promote and encourage continuity in reaching families with children. -Regularly participate in corporate worship at JKPC, actively contributing as a worship leader, and cultivating leadership opportunities for children. -Attend and actively participate in ministry team meetings, church and preschool staff meetings, supervisory meetings, and training sessions. -Maintain behavior that is consistent with the conduct and behavior expectations outlined in the JKPC Employee Handbook. -Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications -Education: College degree or equivalent experience in children and family ministry, preschool ministry, or a related field. -Work Experience: Prior experience working with children and families, especially in a ministry and/or educational setting. -Strong communicator (verbal and written) who consistently demonstrates a keen ability to work collaboratively, and effectively cultivates healthy relationships while maintaining appropriate boundaries. -Technical competency (e.g. in computer applications, Microsoft Office). -Candidates will be required to successfully complete background screening before they can be hired. Essential Character and Values -A disciple of Jesus Christ in whom the fruit of the Spirit is evident, and commitment to a personal faith marked by growth and vitality. -A Christian who approaches leadership from a place of vision, creativity, and intentionality.     Position Information: Position Title: Assoc Director of Children's & Community Ministry Time: Full Time Category: Children's Pastor & Children's Ministry Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 Denomination: Presbyterian - PCUSA Worship Style: Church Size: 250 - 500   Contact Information: Organization Name: John Knox Presbyterian Church Address1: 109 SW Normandy Rd Address2: City: Normandy Park State or Province: WA ZIP Code: 98166 Country: USA Map this Organization: Map Contact Email: Contact this Organization   Pastorless Churches				Post a Job