Nursery Director

Job Description

Nursery Director

Location:
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

Final date to receive applications: until filled

Reports to:
Rector/Associate Rector

The Nursery Director is a vital role in the life and ministry of St. Paul’s. Working in partnership with the clergy and Director of Family Ministries, the Director will oversee all elements of our ministry with the youngest members of our congregation. This includes Sunday morning care, monthly Parents’ Night Out, regular weeknight formation (such as Alpha and Lenten Soup Suppers), and various other occasions throughout the year.

The Nursery Director will work to recruit, train, and schedule additional nursery staff and volunteers in order the meet the demands of our growing parish. St. Paul’s welcomes numerous families with special needs, and the Nursery Director will work in with other staff and volunteers to maintain an inclusive environment for all.

• Leads the team whenever the nursery is expected to be open (Sunday mornings, PNO, week-night formation, other occasions)
  • In-person presence is required for this position, though some administrative work (i.e. scheduling) can be done remotely.
  • Arrange for alternative leadership when absent (3 Sundays off per year, coordinated with supervisor).
  • Train up senior staff to be team-leads, both for Sunday and non-Sunday opportunities
  • As this is accomplished, the non-Sunday opportunities can be delegated more freely.
  • Maintain sanitary and organized nursery equipment and rooms.
• Nursery Staff Supervision
  • Recruit, train, and schedule a full complement of staff
  • Schedule nursery staff as needed and bi-weekly approval of hours worked within the online payroll system
  • Coordinate background checks, Safe Church training, and CPR trainings with Parish Administrator
  • Review and update St. Paul’s Nursery Policies and Procedures (2011 edition) as needed
  • Review and train staff on Emergency Procedures, including evacuation and active shooter protocols
• Proactive communication with parents and families
• Coordinate Parents’ Night Out 1/month
  • Select theme, purchase supplies and snacks, set up
• Ensures that the Nursery remains clean and well-stocked
• Present and participates in:
  • Monthly supervision meetings with Rector/Associate Rector
  • Monthly Children and Family Ministry check-ins
  • Bi-weekly whole staff meetings (as available)

• Is a follower of Jesus Christ and subscribes to St. Paul’s mission: we are forming people into the Body of Christ.
• Demonstrates genuine love for children and their families
• Responsible, collaborative, attentive, patient
• Proactive and thorough communicator

• Demonstrated experience working with infants and children in church, educational, or other caring contexts
• Specific training and education in early childhood education and development is preferred.
• Infant/Child CPR certification required (St. Paul’s will cover the costs of certification/recertification)
• Familiarity with Episcopal/Anglican identity is preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree and supervisory experience preferred

• Approximately 8 hours of work per week
• Salaried position, with compensation range based upon experience and qualifications

We are a group of people committed to growing into the thriving body of Christ, where members are transformed by the Holy Spirit through sacramental worship, life-long formation, heartfelt hospitality, and holistic stewardship.