KidzShine Worker

• This position requires a regular on-site presence at our campus in Wichita, KS.

KidzShine Worker

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to KidzShine Director
Grade I ($12.40 - $17.90 Based on experience and qualification)

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides KidzShine ministry services at NewSpring Church. This position will assist in providing various educational enrichment activities designed for children.

The incumbent must perform all job duties as outlined in this job description to support ongoing mission of the church while committed in accordance with the Baptist Faith and Message (2000 edition).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assists in the implementation of ministry components and educational enrichment, including preparation and completion. Greets and actively engages children in a variety of program and enrichment activities. Under the guidance of the KidzShine Director, creates and implements learning initiatives. (app. 25%)
• Prepares, organizes, and tidies classrooms. Monitors environment for child safety. (app. 50%)
• Performs childcare duties in assigned environments during weekend services and special ministry events. Assists with check-in/out procedures to ensure environment and child safety. (app. 25%)

These duties are subject to change as church needs and strategies evolve. Employee may be required to perform other duties.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• A high school diploma or active student enrolled in classes is required.
• CPR certificate preferred, but not required.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 1 year of experience volunteering or working in children’s ministry is highly desirable.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Communicate positively with staff, parents, and volunteers
• Sound decision-making skills
• Be able to follow directions
• Engaging young children in play, instruction and early learning activities
• Compassion, empathy, and patience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:

• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Communicate verbally with others to exchange information.
• Ability to kneel or bend down to a child’s eye level.
• Lift, carry, and move up to 35 pounds.
• Observe and monitor environment from long distances.
• Quick reaction with movement.
• Move self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position works primarily indoors. Occasional outdoor work may be required.

NewSpring Classification Definitions

Full-time: Set schedule of 40 hours/week
Part-Time: Set schedule of 15-29 hours/week
Part-Time Limited: Set schedule of 5-14 hours/week
Intermittent: Hours & days scheduled are as directed by manager