Grace Kids Birth-PreK Coordinator-Part-Time

OVERVIEW

The part-time Grace Kids Birth-PreK (BPK) Coordinator is responsible for managing the BPK Prep Team and helping to manage the BPK Grace Kids Ministry so that Grace Kids remains a ministry that is God-centered, Bible-saturated, Gospel-focused, Christ-exalting, Spirit-dependent, doctrinally grounded, and discipleship-oriented.

CHARACTER

S/he is a spiritually mature believer in a vital, growing relationship with Jesus Christ expressed in a commitment to humble, servant leadership and possesses a heart for the local church and wider kingdom of God.

ABOUT YOU

You are eager to join a ministry team that partners with parents to nurture childrens spiritual formation, finding joy in authentic community and meaningful service. You know how to welcome and support team members, manage details and systems, and help create a great weekend experience.
You love shepherding others, care deeply about the needs and development of children, and are committed to teaching Gods Word with creativity and accuracy. You go the extra mile to make learning engaging and fun.
Planning and organization come naturally to you, and you thrive in teamwork, supporting your colleagues goals. Most importantly, you are a disciple-maker passionate about sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. While you could work anywhere, using your gifts for God's Kingdom gives you the most joy and fulfillment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Leadership & Shepherding Car

• Lead and manage the BPK Prep Team needed to support the Sunday programs and Birth-PreK Grace Kids Ministry spaces, including logistics, curriculum and systems or care of spaces.

• Provide directorial staff support for Grace Kids Sunday gatherings (3 x month), helping execute BPK discipleship and ensure smooth operations.

• Support recruitment, onboarding, training and development of new BPK team members and contribute to ongoing training and discipleship for team members and coaches.

• Display insight into safety and security concerns and procedures. Adhere to the policies and procedures of Grace Kids that ensure safety and security issues related to equipment use, hygiene, and room ratios; recognizing and preventing negligence or abuse within Grace Kids.

• Partner with parents in the spiritual formation of their children by welcoming new BPK families and engaging with parents to provide counsel and encouragement while determining how we can, in partnership, best serve and disciple their children.

• Provide shepherding care and spiritual support to team members and families, helping them grow as disciples of Jesus.
  

• Assist in planning Grace Kids Events, including Fall Kick-Off and
  appreciation and parent-equipping events.
  

Administrative

• Determine resource and supply needs and perform prep and administrative tasks to support the BPK Prep Team and ministry spaces.
• Help maintain safety and organization of BPK spaces, resources and materials.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong interpersonal relationship skills: Ability to positively interact with team members, church staff, and children.

• Flexibility/Adaptability/Managing Multiple Priorities: Ability to manage multiple assignments and tasks, set priorities, and adapt to changes that might need to be made last minute.

• Planning/Organizing: Ability to design, plan, organize, and problem solve regarding each aspect of the BPK teams.

• Dependability: Arriving on time and ensuring set-up is complete prior to the Sunday morning service.

• Professional with a commitment to Christ-like service.

• Communication skills: Ability to write and speak well.

SCHEDULE

• 25 hours per week

• 1x/ Week- Attend the weekly All Staff Meetings

• 1x/Week -Attend the weekly All Staff PrayerPause

• 1x/ Month-Attend the Grace Families Staff meeting

• 2x/Month-Meet with Grace Kids BPK Director

• 2x/Month-Attend the Grace Kids Staff meeting

• 3x/Month-Sunday BPK Programming (8A-1P attend one worship gathering).

• 1x/ Year-Participate in the All-Staff Retreat, typically in June

• 1-2x/Year- Grace Kids Staff retreat(s)

• Christmas Eve Easter Sunday Gatherings

• Special Events: Attendance is expected at Grace Kids trainings and Grace Kids churchwide events.

RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports to: Grace Kids BPK Director

• Works in cooperation with the Grace Kids and Grace Community Church staff