Director of Christian Education
First Presbyterian Church of Lynchburg
Job Summary/Objectives
To effectively build and lead educational ministries for children, youth, and adults of First Presbyterian church of Lynchburg that encourage a closer relationship withGod and one another.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None Required
Qualifications
- A sense of call to God’s church with a special focus in fostering interpersonal relationships through educational ministries for children, youth, and adults.
- Affiliation with, and knowledge of the Presbyterian Church (USA) theology and polity.
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in Christian ministry, Theology, or Education.
- Knowledge Advanced proficiency in technology to communicate effectively with all age groups.
- Experience in public speaking and motivating large groups of people.
- Skills in engaging in and building positive relationships with a wide variety of people.
- Experience in recruiting and training volunteers.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master of Arts in Educational Ministries and/or completion of Director of Christian Education certificate program , or similar graduate-level work, or comparable work experience.
Work Environment
Office, classroom, and community.
Physical Demands
Lift 20 lbs. Interact with young children.Standing and kneeling.
Travel
Local.
Other Duties
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, First Presbyterian Church of Lynchburg, is committed to enhancing our community and encourages applications from qualified individuals with varied backgrounds,experiences and ideas who would increase the diversity of our faith community.
Company Description
First Presbyterian Church’s heritage, history and growth have been intertwined with that of Lynchburg for over 200 years. Located in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, First Presbyterian is grateful to have had the opportunity to provide a constant spiritual and educational influence in our region.
At First Presbyterian Church of Lynchburg (FPCLY), we aspire to be a church that worships, loves, serves, and grows as a family of faith. Essential to our mission is timely, effective, transparent communications to and from our Congregation and Community.
