Children Ministry Mission: Partnering with parents to build strong spiritual foundations while encouraging our children to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ
Children Ministry Vision:To welcome each child into a safe and clean environment that communicates truth in an engaging and relevant way so that no child leaves without knowing they need Christ as their Savior, they need to serve, and they need Godly support
Main Function
A paid Childcare Caregiver at RPC is a part-time member of the Childcare Staff. This person is responsible for adhering to the mission statement while providing dependable, safe, secure, and nurturing care to the children in our care.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Provide for the emotional, physical, and social needs of children while they are in your care
Interact and actively engage with children
Teach curriculum, lead crafts, and the activities that are provided
Supervise children while they are in your care
Change diapers and assist younger children in bathroom (caregivers must be 18 to change diapers)
Work well with other childcare staff and volunteers
Maintain good and positive communication with parents
At the end of program, clean room, wipe down tables, sanitize toys, take trash to designated area, etc.
Be in class at the scheduled time
Stay until all children are picked up and the room is cleaned
Keep the classroom neat and organized
Notify leader of supply needs
Know and follow RPC Kids Volunteer Handbook
Complete Child Care Protection Training and background check, as required
Commit to pray for this ministry, specifically for the children in your care
Report any needs and issues that may need the attention of the Childcare Director in a timely manner
Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor
Character Expectations
A believer in Jesus Christ and has a heart for His children
Has a passion for influencing children's lives with God's love and message
Passionate about creating environments that teach God's truth in an engaging and relevant way
Has a heart for empowering parents to be the primary influence in a child's spiritual life
Dependable and flexible
Maintains a balance between doing ministry and being ministered to
Works well independently and with a team
Intuitive to the needs of children, parents, and volunteers
Desires to build relationships with childcare workers, ministry volunteers, and RPC families
Compassionate and handles matters with sensitivity and grace