Christian Education Director

Mountain Home, AR 121 HIGHWAY 201 NORTH 72653, 121 HIGHWAY 201 NORTH, MTN HOME, Arkansas, United States of America

Req #25864
THE SALVATION ARMY JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Code

2450E

– Title:
Employee Name:
Department:

Corps
Location:
Mountain Home
Job Family:

Professionals
Reports to:
Commanding Officer
Direct Reports:

None FLSA:

Exempt
Revision Date:
February 15, 2017
Job Summary

Plans, develops, coordinates, monitors, and supervises all Christian Education Programs for a
Corps including but not limited to youth programs; builds and maintains a positive relationshipwith Corps members, children, youth, and their parents; recruits volunteers toserve as teachers/leaders for various programs and serves as a resource toassist them in the same; ensures all programs are in compliance with TheSalvation Army mission and ensures the safety of program participants;administers the day-to-day office operations to include preparation ofstatistics and reports, purchasing of supplies, promotion of programs, andadministration of department budget.
Essential Functions

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It isintended to identify the essential functions and requirements of thisposition. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities
and tasks other than those stated in this job description.
Director

(95%)
Prepares and delivers sermons on Sundays (on occasion to congregation) and to youth every Wednesday
Plans, teaches, coordinates, directs, and promotes all Corps Sunday School and Vacation Bible Schoolclasses; prepares and maintains the Youth Roll Book on a regular basis for annual reviews; ensures all
Sunday School classes are covered by the appropriate teaching staff; recruits substitutes teachers as
needed; orders and distributes Sunday School supplies to teachers ensuring all teachers have
materials needed.
Builds and nurtures positive relationships with the youth; serves as a mentor and role model by leadingyouth by example; shares meals and fellowship time with the youth; providesindividual spiritual guidance when needed; remains available and interruptibleto youth's needs and may be required to respond to emergency situations outsideof normal hours of work in order to meet the needs of the youth both inside andoutside of the Corps environment.
Plans, leads, develops, and monitors curriculum content of Sunday School classes, giving specific as wellas general guidance to other Sunday School teachers.
Leads, plans and coordinates transportation arrangements for all Corps programs and provides transportationas needed on emergency basis.
Leads, plans and coordinates arrangements for youth to attend Divisional events.
Leads, plans, and organizes quarterly teachers meetings; coordinates arrangements for annual teachertraining seminars.
Leads, plans and conducts monthly social activities for teens and young adults age groups.
Leads, plans, coordinates, and implements fund-raising functions for various groups.
Plans and organizes music for both junior choir and youth chorus; plans, rehearses and promotes children'smusicals.
Maintains awareness of new materials in the area of Christian Education; researches and purchases books ormagazines or other materials that might be helpful to the development of the Christian Education Curriculum Library.
Works with local officers, Sunday School teachers, and other program leaders to ensure that special lesson plans are made for each scheduled program, that the plans are followed, and that appropriate statistics are kept and recorded.
Serves as a constant source of fresh ideas for all program leaders in all matters of classroom proceduresincluding units of study, schedules, educational materials, needed resources, and craft ideas.
Ensures the safety and protection of all children participating in youth programs; contacts theappropriate personnel, parents, or emergency services as needed; reports allaccidents to the supervisor; contacts parents with any discipline problemsoccur with children participating in programs.
Consolidates craft and art supply requests from local officers and program leaders; prepares and submitspurchase requests for the same.
Plans and coordinates arrangements for Divisional and Territorial Camps including scheduling of youthphysicals; completes all paperwork for camps and organizes transportation.
Prepares and maintains statistical records on all Corps program activities and attendance; compilesand prepares monthly statistical reports; prepares monthly youth reports andsubmits same to Divisional Headquarters; ensures the accuracy and completeness of the same.
Assists in preparing the Christian Education budget; monitors expenditures to ensure compliance tobudget limitations.
Prepares and maintains accurate records, lists, logs, and reports regarding the Christian EducationPrograms.
Types and distributes correspondence for various groups; develops and mails informational flyers to promote various Corps activities; sends reminders and remembrances to members of Corps programs.

Other Responsibilities (5%)
Serves as member of the camp staff throughout the summer.
Leads, plans and coordinates annual Sunday School Carnival, and special youth retreats.
Leads, plans, coordinates, and instructs community programs.

Performs other duties as assigned.
Materials and Equipment
Vehicle General Office Equipment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of The Salvation Army mission and ministry.
Knowledge of the Bible, doctrine and theology.
Knowledge of principles and practices of Christian education, child development and family relations.
Knowledge of effective teaching skills and practices for youth programs.
Knowledge of a wide variety of creative resources and practices which facilitate the modern development andpromotion of Christian education programs.
Ability to recruit, lead, and motivate volunteers to teach Christian education classes/programs.
Ability to communicate and work with youth, adults, and seniors in a compassionate manner
Ability to plan, organize, and promote Christian education group functions.
Ability to maintain control of events dealing with multiple age groups.
Ability to serve as a resource for the development of Christian education programs.
Ability to establish and nurture relationships with adults and children of all ages and their families.
Ability to communicate effectively with young people in a teaching environment
Ability to lead Corps programs

including Sunday services.
Ability to perform in front of a large audience
Ability to administer programs

within established budget constraints.
Ability to become and remain certified to operate Salvation Army vehicles per insurance requirements.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Education or a related field, AND threeyears' experience developing and leading Christian education programs for largegroups, OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which providesthe required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Must be a uniform wearing Salvationist in good standing based on program requirements.

Certifications/Licenses
Valid State Driver's License
Valid State of ArkansasCommercial Driver's License may be required if Corps vehicles include schoolbus size vehicle. (Must meet the guidelines provided by the state, DOT, and the
automobile insurance provider as pertaining these vehicles.)

Physical Requirements
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to type.
Ability to operate various general office equipment including a telephone and computer.
Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by briefor occasional periods of standing or walking.
Work may involve driving a vehicle on occasion to transport passengers to and from Corps programs.

Working Conditions
Work is normally performed in a normal office or Corps environment where there are little or no physicaldiscomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt, and
the like.
Work may require driving a vehicle on occasion with exposure to outdoor temperatures and heavy traffic.
This document provides descriptive information about the above Salvation Army position. Workactually performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although thisdocument may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, theinformation contained herein should only be used as a guideline orrecommendation for the content of and qualifications for this position. Anindividual's ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described inthis document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. The Salvation Armyreserves the right to make changes to this document as deemed necessary withoutproviding advance written notice

.
All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agreethat they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine itsreligious mission.
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Mountain Home, AR 121 HIGHWAY 201 NORTH 72653, 121 HIGHWAY 201 NORTH, MTN HOME, Arkansas, United States of America

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