Major duties and responsibilities of this position include:
· Work with Education Ministry Team regarding children and youth education
· Help Lead Pastor to design and teach Confirmation program
· Maintain and develop bible study programs for teens of both junior and senior high ages
· Teach bible studies where necessary
· Assist in starting new Sunday School classes as needed
· Advise and consult VBS coordinators to ensure success of Vacation Bible School
· Coordinate and participate in youth activities throughout the year, including fundraising
· Increase children and youth participation in activities
· Develop multiple weekday/weeknight programs for children age 3 through grade 6
· Maintain monthly church newsletter and weekly bulletin communications

Position requirements include:
· College graduate
· Background (education) in Children and Youth work or related area.
· Experience working in Children and Youth ministry (either volunteer or work related)
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· Organizational skills and ability to delegate
· Physical ability to keep up with children and youth
· Good knowledge of the Bible
· Working knowledge of the United Methodist Church, its history, philosophy, Discipline, and policies
· Valid drivers’ license and safe driving record
· Strong computer and phone skills

A more detailed job description is available upon request. Salary will be negotiated with the Staff Parish Relations Committee.

Interested parties should send resume and references to:
Our Lord’s United Methodist Church, 5000 S. Sunny Slope Road, New Berlin, WI 53151, Attn: SPRC

Or e-mail responses to:
sprc@ourlordsumc.org