Children’s Program Assistant

We are seeking a flexible, welcoming, and loving program staff to assist on Sunday mornings in our childcare programs to begin in August.

Our ideal candidate will be at least 16 years of age and have at least one year of experience babysitting or working with children in a childcare setting.

2-3 hours per week on Sundays, with opportunities for occasional additional hours for special events during the week.

$13 per hour

Requirements

• At least one year of experience working with children.
• Able to communicate effectively with a diverse group of children and parents.
• Flexibility and a willingness to take direction and provide support where necessary.
• Willingness to work in multiple environments including inside our building classroom spaces and outside on our property utilizing our nature trails, natural playground, and grove clearing.
• A love for children and desire to see them explore, play, and grow.
• Ability to lift babies and toddlers up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Age 16 years or older.

Our ideal candidate will be an outgoing, friendly individual who is ready to jump right in where needed, and has a willingness and desire to try new things. Our ideal candidate is confident in their ability to engage children in fun and safe age appropriate activities and has a true love of children.

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To apply:

Send an email to Dory LeCount, Family Engagement Coordinator at Dory@concorduu.org. Your application should include:

• A resume listing your skills and experience
• A cover letter that includes why you are interested in this position, and how this position fits with your life and your experience
• Two non-family references who can speak to your qualification for this position
• What times and days you are available to interview

Note to potential applicants

It is the policy of the UU Church of Concord to hire the most qualified person for the job, without regard to membership in this church. We welcome applicants of any faith, or none, that share our values of justice, equity, and compassion.

Being an employee of a church of which one is a member comes with particular benefits and challenges for both the employee and the church.  Members who become employees, or employees who wish to become members, are encouraged to give careful thought to the challenges of holding this dual role. During any hiring process, we will educate applicants/candidates about this issue, if applicable. For more information about working for a church where you are a member, check out the following articles by Dan Hotchkiss.