Bothell United Methodist Church

Bothell, Washington 98011

Part Time

Position Purpose : To provide safe care in our church’s Nursery for toddlers through age four of families who participate in Sunday morning worship and the various ministries / activities offered by the church throughout the week.

To engage with children in worshipful experiences and faith practices through play, stories, song, and prayer during worship times.

Reports to : Nursery Lead

Hours : Sunday mornings 8 : 30am-12pm and other opportunities as they arise

Salary : $20 / hour

Qualifications and Requirements :

A desire and willingness to care for and engage in play and faith practices with young children and families

High school diploma or GED

A National Background Check (church can conduct the check)

The ability to sit on the floor, stand, walk, and run with ease

The ability to lift 40 lbs.

Certification in infant / child CPR and First Aid

Availability every Sunday morning and flexibility to be available at occasional church events throughout the year

Ability to use loving, positive, and constructive methods for correcting inappropriate behaviors

The successful candidate will : a) demonstrate an easy-going and positive attitude in working with toddlers and children, b) be a good communicator with both children and adults, c) demonstrate good decision making skills in caring for infants and children and d) demonstrate God’s love and grace for all

Principal Responsibilities :

• Prepare nursery spaces ahead of church services and events, arriving 15 minutes before either.
• Greeting Families :

Create a welcoming environment for families and children

Greet families as they arrive and ensure they are checked-in

Familiarize new families with safety requirements, physical nursery set up, procedures for check-in and check-out, and the pager system

Be prepared to answer any questions or know who to ask

Make note of any special needs (including allergies) as listed on a child’s registration information, and make sure all caregivers are aware of these needs

Faith Formation During Worship Time

Gather children that would like to engage and tell age appropriate Bible stories and engage musically through songs, dance, and instruments as appropriate

Provide opportunities for prayer during time together

Overall, demonstrate God’s love real for all

Caring for Children :

Perform diaper changing ensuring toddlers and children are dry and clean at all times

Make note of any diaper changes or feedings and report these to the parent / guardian at pick up

Alert the Nursery Lead of any issue needing additional attention or when to alert parent / guardian as necessary

Conduct Check-out :

Brief parents / guardians on experience with their children

Notate experiences on Bothell UMC form

Ensure infants and children are checked out and returned to only the designated individuals

Clean up after all children have been picked up :

Clean and sanitize toys, chairs, tables, and any equipment used

Restore room to original condition

Perform light dusting, vacuuming, and laundry to maintain room cleanliness

Miscellaneous

In the event of an unplanned absence, notify the Director of Children’s Ministries as soon as possible

If any questions about the nursery care program arise, contact the Director of Children’s Ministries, preferably by email

Follow the documented nursery worker instructions

Send a postcard to the family of any child here for the first time

NOTE : Except to contact staff or parents / guardians or in emergencies, the use of cell phones and other electronic devices while caring for infants and children as well as when meeting with parents / guardians is prohibited

Care during weekday / evening events

Follow same guidelines outlined under Sunday morning childcare

Organization : Bothell United Methodist Church

Contact : Alan Jacobsen

Phone : 4254867132

Closing Date : 05 / 31 / 2024

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Last updated : 2024-04-27