First United Family/Congregant Input re: Director of Children's and Youth Ministries Position
We are grateful to the ministry that Derek Roe has provided to us and our children at First United Church. He will be leaving his position with First United Church at the end of January and moving on to new opportunities.
We celebrate with him as he transitions into his next stage of ministry and offer our heartfelt prayers and support. We are also beginning our search for a new Director of Children's and Youth Ministries and would appreciate your input. Please complete the following form to help the Board of Christian Education and Hiring Committee in this process. Thank you!
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The following "Essential Functions" are listed in the job description for the Director of Children's and Youth Ministries. Please rank importance to you (1 = most important, 8 = least important)
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Develop and deliver education materials for CLT and Youth Group
Supervise, recruit, schedule, and provide support for CLT teachers and nursery-care providers by ensuring that all teachers/providers have met our child protection policy processes and offering necessary training, information, and materials to orient them to the policies, processes, and curriculum
Lead regular Youth Group meetings and plan age-appropriate outings/gatherings
Organize and maintain a good base of supplies (e.g. for curriculum, crafts, snacks, etc.) and lead an annual evaluation review of the curriculum (whether purchased or created)
Work with the Board of Christian Education and other ministries in the church to plan and execute additional programming for children and youth, which may include: Vacation Bible School, Church Hayride, Easter Morning Festivities, Hanging of the Greens, and Family Fridays.
Foster relationships with the children and youth, their adult caregivers, the congregation, and the community at large in meaningful and connected ways that are not limited to Sunday morning interactions.
Communicate with office staff providing a timely and accurate schedule of children’s and youth activities. Inform the congregation of children’s and youth activities, development, and growth using the appropriate vehicles provided by the church
Lead “Children’s Time” during Sunday morning worship and participate in additional worship preparation and leadership as requested by the Senior Minister.
Based on your above responses, why are your top 2-3 rankings most important to you/your family?
The following "Core Competencies" are listed in the job description for the Director of Children's and Youth Ministries. Please rank importance to you (1 = most important, 8 = least important)
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CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION: Generates new ideas; makes new connections among existing ideas to create fresh approaches;
CONFLICT MANAGEMENT: Understands the dynamics of human negotiation among conflicting interest groups and how to achieve mutual agreement
INTEGRITY AND TRUST: Is seen as trustworthy by others; practices direct, honest, and transparent communication
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Establishes good working relationships with all others who are relevant to the completion of work; works well with people at all levels of the congregation
MISSION OWNERSHIP: Demonstrates understanding and full support of the mission, vision, values, and beliefs of the congregation
MOTIVATING OTHERS: Creates a climate in which people want to do their best; can motivate volunteers and members
TEACHING: Designs effective lesson plans and facilitates learning experiences in both small and large group settings; selects teaching topics that are relevant, provocative and contribute to a deeper understanding of scripture, theology and spiritual practice
VERBAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION: Is able to deliver a message clearly, articulately and with appropriate emotion in a variety of settings
Based on your above responses, why are your top 2-3 rankings most important to you/your family?
What additional qualities or information would you like the hiring committee to consider when interviewing  Director candidates?
In what ways would you be willing and able to support the work of the Director and/or faith formation for children and youth? (e.g. volunteering to assist during Children's Learning Time on a rotating basis, acting as an assistant Youth Group leader, etc.)
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