POSITION: Children’s Ministry Nursery/Preschool Staff – Redeemer East Side DEPARTMENT: Children’s Ministry DATE: Immediate + training prior to start date + 90 day probationary period HOURS WORKED: 3-4 hours on Sundays (Must be available to work on Sundays) SALARY: $21/hr FLSA: non-exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION: Children’s Ministry Nursery/Preschool Staff will provide a safe, fun, gospel-centered environment for children ages 4 years old & under during worship service on Sunday mornings. Physical activity is required, including playing with children on the floor, picking up children, changing diapers, taking children to the bathroom, and helping teach when needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must be available to work on Sundays from 9:15 AM to 12:15 PM

Arrive on time each Sunday

In light of COVID, it is highly recommended to get vaccinated against COVID-19

Attend mandatory training sessions each year to review policies & procedures. This is to help build community so that as a staff we can continue to serve Redeemer East Side Kids safely and effectively.

Must be flexible and willing to serve in different classrooms as needed.

Give at least 2 weeks notice prior to being absent. If ill, please notify the Early Education Coordinator as soon as possible.

Permitted 4 vacation days for the ministry year

Work on Easter plus at least one Sunday during the winter holidays (around Christmas/New Year's).

Work on Lessons and Carols Sunday (typically the third Sunday in December)

A commitment to serve 1 year from start date.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Heart for God, families and children.

Must be able to lead and take charge of the classroom; level-headed when the classroom environment is stressful with children who are upset.

Must be able to talk with parents and lead volunteers in the classroom.

Must be a team player and have character qualities such as integrity, wisdom and good judgment.

Warm and engaging personality that is welcoming to parents and children, especially those children who may have difficulty separating from their parents

Must pass Redeemer background check

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill set; experience and training; licensure, certifications, and ordination; and other organizational needs.