JOB SUMMARY: Provides leadership, plans, and administers the faith formation (FF) program for children and youth (birth through completion of high school) in consultation with the minister. Has overall accountability for the program.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Demonstrates understanding and full support of UUFoM’s mission, vision, and values.
- General administrative tasks for FF program, including but not limited to budgeting, tracking attendance, planning and executing special events, and program evaluation.
- Utilize and implement established curricula, making modifications as needed to meet the needs of participants and the program in alignment with organizational goals.
- Recruits, trains, and supervises adult volunteers including, but not limited to, FF teachers, youth advisors, FF team members, and special event helpers; oversees paid and volunteer child care staff.
- Seeks to integrate the FF program with the congregation, including effectively communicating the program’s goals and activities, co-creating multigenerational worship services, and fellowship opportunities.
- Collaborates with the minister and others on weekly Time for All Ages (TFAA); shares responsibility for presenting the TFAA during worship services.
- Collaborates with worship staff and others to develop worship opportunities for children and youth.
- Ensures compliance with UUFoM’s Safe Congregation Policies and practices.
- Participates in professional development and networking opportunities with Liberal Religious Educators Association (LREDA), the MidAmerica Region, and the UUA.
- Additional responsibilities/duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
- Warm, personable, dependable, loves children and youth. Team-oriented and able to accomplish tasks with little oversight. Ability to maintain confidentiality and healthy boundaries. Basic understanding and support of UUFoM’s commitment to antiracist, antioppressive, multicultural framework.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- College degree or equivalent experience. Willingness to pursue professional credentialing and continuing education, supported by a professional development budget.
- Proficiency with common office skills, including Microsoft Office Suite Basic, and Google Suite for Nonprofits.
- Strong communication and organizational skills. Attention to detail/accuracy.
Our Congregation
The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Midland (UUFoM) is a congregation of 100+ members with diverse beliefs who enjoy learning and having fun together. We are committed to social justice . Ours is a Welcoming Congregation and a Green Sanctuary. More information is at uufom.org.
This Position
The FFC provides overall direction to the children’s Faith Formation (FF) program, including program philosophy and curriculum. This position works with volunteers and staff to provide a dynamic and responsive program that encourages children of all ages to be true to themselves while respecting others, to gain familiarity with world religions, to develop their own beliefs, and to work for social justice.
Compensation: Starting salary is $19,000 per year (in line with UUA compensation recommendations) + professional expenses, insurance, retirement, vacation, professional development funds, and other benefits.
And You
You have experience in education, childcare, or a related field. You implement education programs that are responsive to children’s needs. You are comfortable and familiar with Unitarian Universalist principles and social justice issues and can communicate them in age-appropriate ways. You are available most Sunday mornings.
You can find our full position description, including essential functions and the work environment at https://www.uufom.org/job-postings/.
If you are interested in this role, but are unsure whether you meet all of the requirements, we encourage you to inquire and/or apply. Send cover letter and résumé to [email protected]. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
