Sunday School Coordinator - Christ Church, Hudson

Sunday School Coordinator - Christ Church, Hudson

Job Title: Sunday School Coordinator

Location: Christ Church Episcopal, 21 Aurora St. Hudson, OH

Position Type:
Part-time (10 hours per week)

Reports to the Rector

Who are we?

Christ Church Episcopal is a thriving, transitional‑sized congregation (average Sunday attendance of 141) located in the heart of Hudson, Ohio. Founded in 1842, we are a diverse and welcoming community that includes people of all ages, races, sexual orientations, political perspectives, religious backgrounds, and socio‑economic experiences.

We are blessed with an energetic and growing community of children and young families and are seeking a Sunday School Coordinator to help nurture the faith, curiosity, and formation of our youngest parishioners.

There are two Sunday services: one at 8:00am, and another at 10:30am with an adult choir and young chorister program. Sunday School currently meets from 10:15-11am. We have two age groups:
PreK‑2nd and 3rd‑5th. This year, we are using Illustrated Ministry's Mini Revolutions curriculum but are flexible.

Key Responsibilities:

• Children’s Program Development: Meet regularly with the Rector and staff to support visioning, planning, and curriculum development.
• Teaching and Formation: Occasionally co‑teach or substitute when volunteers are unavailable; assist rector in planning and facilitating one week of Vacation Bible School; assist volunteers in annual children’s activities such as Christmas Pageant, Easter Egg Hunt.
• Community Building: Build warm, trusting relationships with children, parents, volunteers, and staff; maintain a visible presence on Sunday mornings, including checking in with paid nursery caregivers.
• Managing Program: Coordinate and schedule Sunday School teachers and substitutes; help keep the children’s activity area in worship space fresh, clean, and up‑to‑date; assist in maintaining classroom spaces and keeping inventory of materials; maintain active status with “Safeguarding God’s Children.”

Qualifications:

• A kind nature, energy, a sense of humor, and most importantly, someone who loves kids and cares deeply about their Christian formation.
• Experience working with children under age 12, including toddlers and preschool‑aged.
• Familiarity with the Episcopal Church, or a willingness to learn its theology and practice.
• Christ Church is LGBTQ+ affirming and expects all staff to embody its mission of inclusion.
• Training and experience in Godly Play is especially welcome (but can also be provided).
• Ability to pass a background check and complete both Safe Church and Anti‑Racism training.

Physical Requirements: Moving items up to 25 pounds.

Hours: Sunday hours from 10:00am to 12:30pm are expected. One additional in‑office workday per week; remaining work may be completed remotely.

Compensation: $10,000‑$15,000/Year, commensurate with experience.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and passion for children’s ministry at Christ Church Episcopal. Please send applications to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

PLEASE NOTE: A candidate interested in both youth and children’s ministry may apply for the open Youth Minister position as well, which together constitute a half‑time (20 hours/week) position.