Children’s Educator

St. Andrew’s Dresden is a community of believers. We are endeavouring to follow Christ’s commands in Matthew 28:19-20 to go into the world, to baptize and to teach, and in 1 Corinthians 3:6 to plant seeds of faith. We have a handful of younger families and some dedicated grandparents who are shepherding their grandchildren. Just a few years ago, we had no young families. Currently, our Sunday School enrollment adds up to approximately six children. We are praying for continued growth.  

Job Overview

The children’s educator is primarily responsible for providing Biblically-based teaching and activity for elementary school-aged children during the time of Sunday worship. Teaching will be developed under the guidance and supervision of the minister. Our theological foundation is the Westminster Confession of Faith, shared by all Reformed churches. The Kid’s Catechism is an excellent place to begin. https://thewestminsterstandard.org/the-kids-catechism/

Duties and responsibilities

The primary duties and responsibilities of the children’ s educator shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

  • Prepare and provide a program for children in the fellowship hall; this may include teaching and activities
  • Supervise any volunteers who may assist
  • Assist in the promotion of the Sunday school in the community

Qualifications

  • Experience with children in a church, school or daycare setting
  • Familiarity with social media
  • Have (or be willing to provide) a police record check
  • Be willing to review and sign off on the congregation’s Leading With Care policy
  • Have first aid and CPR certifications or be willing to obtain them immediately

Candidates shall possess the following characteristics and abilities necessary for this position:

  • A Holy Spirit-led person with a clear testimony of seeking after God and living a life according to Biblical principles
  • A love for children

Job Specifications

  • Approximately 3 hours a week – this includes time on Sunday and some advance preparation.
  • Occasional meeting or consultation with the minister
  • An honorarium of $75 a week. (This is based on $25 per hour.)

Direct Reports

The children’ s educator is supervised by the Minister.

Apply

Send a resume and a letter which includes a personal faith statement in response to the following: “The job requires a personal faith and walk in Jesus Christ and the ability to witness this to young children. Can you tell us about your experience?” 

Email standrewspcdresden@gmail.com by Aug. 15

Questions?

Contact Rev. Andy Cornell by email above or call/text 226-229-1695