Position: Youth and Family Coordinator
Seeking an individual to lead our small congregation outside the village of Pittsford.
Christ Clarion Presbyterian Church
415 Thornell Rd., Pittsford, NY
Qualifications:
• Experience with Youth and Family Ministry
• Ability to nurture youth and families through all ages
• Ability to work cooperatively with children, youth, parents and staff.
• Computer literacy
Responsibilities
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Develop and implement programs to encourage family faith development
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Assist in marking faith milestones
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Create fellowship and faith building opportunities - interacting with existing committees and, when possible, wider community activities (e.g. joint with other congregations)
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Regularly communicate with the congregation
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Develop and implement youth and intergenerational activities
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Develop and maintain budget
Contact Penny Higgins, Christ Clarion Personnel Committee e-mail: phigg@frontiernet.net
Onondaga Hill Presbyterian Church
Christian Educator Job Description
Purpose: To administer the Christian Education program of the Onondaga Hill Presbyterian Church in accordance with the policies and directions of the Session and Education Ministry Area.
Definition of the Position:
To provide energetic and motivational vision and leadership through Christian Growth for all ages, including adults, working closely with church staff and volunteer leaders to implement and grow the various programs.
Responsibilities of the Christian Educator:
1. Recommend and implement curriculum that is exciting and engaging for all age groups from pre-school through young adult.
2. Call and consult with Adult Studies Coordinator (and the pastor) to assess needs and to plan for continued spiritual growth opportunities for adults.
3. Call, consult with and provide support to Youth Ministry Leaders (paid and volunteer staff) including, but not limited to, LOGOS and Senior High Youth Group.
4. Set up and carry out teacher training opportunities.
5. Order print curriculum and Christian Education Supplies.
6. Serve as advisor and consultant to the Education Ministry Area (THE CHRISTIAN EDUCATOR WILL MORE THAN LIKELY SERVE AS THE MINISTRY AREA LEADER (MAL) if deemed appropriate by session).
7. Maintain church school records; i.e. attendance and projected enrollment.
8. Recruit church school teachers and leaders and other teams within the Education Ministry Area.
9. Promote the work of the Education Ministry Area for all ages using various forms of communication, including the church newsletter, website, letters to parents and the community, etc.
10. Coordinate and implement special Christian Education events and programs (such as movie nights, mid-week opportunities for spiritual growth and prayer, "Celebration/End of Program Year" Sundays, fall kick-off events, graduate recognition Sunday, Commissioning services)
11. Work closely with the pastor to provide a comprehensive Confirmation/Commissioning program.
12. Serve as liaison with the Cooperative Babysitting group and other outside groups using the classroom spaces.
13. Implement the Presbytery's Child Protection Policy and keep confidential background records.
14. Develop and implement new programs as necessary and needed.
15. Additional responsibilities as needed.
Contact: Andrea Pollock: ohpcgrow@twcny.rr.com or phone: 315.492.2692
Posted July 26, 2010
