Pastoral Team Staff (Church School - Children)

About the role

The Church School is a ministry to children and youth to make disciples of Christ who in turn go and make other disciples of Christ. In this role, the Pastoral Team Staff (Church School - Children) will work closely with the Pastor, Connect Pillar, relevant committees and volunteers to plan, coordinate, and implement church-school programmes and activities. This role supports the growth and effectiveness of the Children's Ministry in alignment with BRMC's vision and direction. Main Duties And Responsibilities: 1. Spiritual Nurture Organize devotions, bible studies etc. and other aspects of spiritual formation to Church School teachers. Initiate and organize training and development for Church School teachers. Develop the training curriculum for Church School. Organize prayer and fellowship meetings. Initiate opportunities to provide support (pastoral care & counselling) to Church School teachers in their spiritual journey. Walk along and disciple the children in their spiritual journey. 2. Planning & Organizing Assist the Committee or be responsible (whenever called upon) in planning, organizing and the smooth running of Church School activities. Recommend and implement strategies to attract, engage, inspire, and retain Church School participation. Develop effective strategies to engage parents to raise awareness of the Church School as well as their participation in the ministry. Ensure that all such activities are relevant in meeting the needs and objectives of the Church School in the prevailing environment. Ensure that all activities are aligned to the church calendar of events and where there are conflicts, to recommend alternatives to resolve such conflicts. 3. Pastors' Office representative Act as the point of liaison between the Ministry Committee and the Pastor's Office. Assess and monitor the overall state of the ministry and provide feedback/updates to the Pastor's Office. Others: Carry out additional responsibilities when assigned by the Pastor-in-Charge and/or the pastor overseeing the area of ministry. Qualifications & Requirements: Diploma or Degree in Theology, Divinity, or other relevant theological training. At least 2 years relevant ministry experience serving in Christian Education or Children Ministry in a church or parachurch setting. Able to reach, teach, engage, and build good rapport with children and parents. Able to work independently under minimal supervision. Able to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, volunteers, and parents. An innovative team player, self-motivated, and pro-active. Willingness to work on non-traditional schedules which includes evenings and weekends, with the flexibility to get time off on a weekday.

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