CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Christian Educator (Youth and Families Ministry Coordinator)

POSITION LOCATION:   Milton, Ontario

REMUNERATION AND POSITION TYPE:

Part time – 20 hours/week on average, 1 year contract – with possibility of becoming permanent part time position.   Remuneration commensurate with experience and qualifications. POSTING DATE: Nov 14, 2024

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

We are seeking a passionate and committed individual to join our team at Knox as a Part-Time Christian Educator. In this role, you will work closely with the Lead Pastor and Session to play a pivotal role in the development and implementation of programs aimed at nurturing the faith of children and youth in alignment with Knox’s vision of “Sharing Christ with Others.” This position carries a specific focus on children, youth, and family ministries, reflecting an evolving program that involves continuous priority setting and reassessment of opportunities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Provide leadership for Youth Christian Education Program Development:
  • Recruit and organize a team of volunteers to teach and lead children and youth ministries.
  • Create and implement engaging and age-appropriate curriculum for children, youth, and families.
  • Foster an environment that encourages the spiritual growth and development of children and youth.
• Provide leadership to families in the congregation by:
  • Facilitate the integration of new families within the congregation.
  • Establish connections with parents and guardians to involve them in the faith development of their children.
• Work collaboratively with church staff, volunteers, and leaders to integrate Christian education into the broader church mission and activities including special seasonal programs (i.e. Pageants, VBS, and School Break Programs, Summer “Open Door” Outreach Ministry)
• Engage with the wider church community to ensure a cohesive approach to faith development.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and volunteers to ensure an open inviting environment and to keep them informed about the Christian education program.
• Assist as a consultant to small group initiatives within the congregation.
• Manage administrative tasks related to Christian education programs, including record-keeping, communication, and volunteer coordination.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures including the PCC policy: “Leading with Care”.
• Report as required to Session, explaining how the Christian Education programs fit into Knox’s vision.
• Recommend annual operating and capital (facility planning) budgets for faith development programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• A committed Christian with a strong commitment to the Christian faith and a passion for nurturing the spiritual growth of children, youth, and families.
• Proven experience working with children and youth in a church setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
• Theological education/Bible Collage is an asset but is not required to apply.
• Enthusiastic and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to adapt to a flexible work schedule.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• Familiar/or willing to become familiar with the Presbyterian Church polity, history and beliefs.

Work Format

Hybrid work arrangement with on-site and remote responsibilities.

• Attendance on-site (Knox Presbyterian Church, 170 Main St. E., Milton, Ontario.) for at least
  • One morning for team meetings, collaboration and preparation on either Tuesday, Thursday or Friday from 9:30am -> 12pm
  • 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 pm on Sundays for Worship Service and Sunday School
  • One other time per week for a future group targeting parents with young children, teenagers or young adults. (Time and format to be determined by the Christian Educator)
  • The nature of the position will require occasional mutually agreed upon evening and weekend work.

Please submit resume and covering letter to the attention of Knox Presbyterian Church: knox@knoxmilton.com by Nov 30, 2024.

Knox has, for more than 2 decades, been a friend and supporter of the local Youth for Christ youth drop-in centre, Re-Soul, here in Milton.

Please pray for the Re-Soul Staff, Volunteers and young people whom they serve. As Milton grows so grows the need for a safe space for young people to be listened to and for them to hear of God’s love in real and meaningful terms.

If you are able to financially support this ministry you can either contact them directly or you can give through your Knox giving, designated for Youth for Christ.

RE:SOUL Youth Centre

900 Nipissing Rd, Milton, ON L9T 4Z9

Phone: 905. 876.0368
website: www.yfcmilton.com
Email: info@yfcmilton.com

The Food bank has immediate needs: salt, sugar, cooking oil, coffee, tea, ketchup, mustard, mayo.

Donations of non-perishable food items for our food bank are always needed. There are drop boxes located throughout Milton at The Superstore, Metro, Walmart, Superstore and Food Basics. Dropoff donations can also be made at their 820 Nipissing Road Unit 4 location but call ahead for hours at 905 875-1022. Their website is www.khicommunity.com

Knox Presbyterian Church, Milton has been serving the Citizens of the community for 165 years. This is certainly a special historical highlight of our Congregation contributions to Milton. This is a great year to celebrate our Anniversary. It was 200 years ago 1820, that the first settlers began to arrive in the Milton area. We also welcome our new Pastor Stephen Rothery.

In 1855, our Milton congregation was established. In 1857, our first church was dedicated having been built on Martin Street at 103, and now serves Graceway Baptist Church.

Today we continue to serve and witness the Lords presence in all things as previous generations. In 1890, our second church was built in the heart of downtown Milton -170 Main Street.

Our Carillion has brought some history back to our downtown area. These bells now ring each day at both 12 noon and 6 pm. On Sunday, they ring out the call to morning worship.

Note: Anniversary Service date TBC. We hope you will join us!