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St. John’s Presbyterian Church of Berkeley is seeking a Director of Christian Education to facilitate the educational needs of the congregation and conduct outreach with the local community.
Responsibilities (Average 15 hours per week):
- Recruiting, training, and providing resources for church school teachers and youth leaders
- Assist in the integration of new young adult members and new member families with children;
- Organizing and supporting groups for undergraduate and graduate university students, for young adults, and for parents of young children and youth, including the young adult fellowship group;
- Attend St. John’s Sunday worship and participate regularly in planning and facilitating participation by children, youth, and young adults in the service, including Church pageants;
- Assist in the leadership of Camp Elmwood and all church retreats;
- Attend Church Commission meetings as appropriate;
- Creative communications and outreach to visitors and members.
Desired Qualifications:
- Committed disciple of Jesus Christ;
- Comfortable and charismatic in worship leadership;
- A good people-person;
- Playfulness;
- Much experience working with children and youth;
- Able to work approximately 15 hours per week. averaged over one year;
- Interest in long-term employment with growth potential;
- Flexibility in work schedule for the occasional long weekend or week-long summer programs;
- Willingness to make St. John’s your family’s church home.
Please submit your resume, three relevant references, and best time to call you.
Do not call or visit the office for more information.
If you'd like to check on who/what we are/do (but not to conduct business)
come to Worship, 10am, on Sundays, or visit our website, stjohnsberkeley.org
Hours of work are flexible and will include a substantial percentage of time on weekends and evenings. Compensation: Negotiated
Job Type: Part-time
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Childhood Development: 2 years (Required)
- working with children: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- CPR/First Aid (Preferred)
Work Location: One location