Coker United Methodist Church in San Antonio, TX is looking for a Director CELC

JOB DESCRIPTION

• TITLE: CELC Director

• FLSA DETERMINATION: Exempt

• ACCOUNTABILITY: ELC Board Coker UMC

• MINISTRY/DEPT: Weekday Ministries

• DATE REVISED :May 2021

SUMMARY OF POSITION: To create and maintain an environment conducive to Christian and academic development and to manage the daily operations of ELC.

PURPOSE: To work in conjunction with the ELC Board and Coker United Methodist Church to establish and maintain ELC policies pertaining to staff, student body and parent participation; to become familiar with and remain faithful to the mission and vision of Coker UMC.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & PRIMARY TASKS:

• Develop lesson plans and lead daily Chapel services for all classes

• Provide an atmosphere where Christian values and morals are taught and used as a guide for all teacher and student activities

• Plan and review curriculum with teachers

• Plan and review child management strategies with teachers

• Maintain strong written and verbal communication with school families and church

• Manage teaching staff, responsibilities include: hiring, dismissing, scheduling, supervising, evaluating and continuing education

• Develop and manage the school budget

• Maintain all documents and records, as well as standards, necessary to meet the requirements of local, state and federal agencies

• Recruit and enroll children ages 12 months through kindergarten for classes

• Work with Coker UMC financial staff on payroll matters

• Appropriately care for all sick and injured children

• Plan and schedule special events for classes

SKILL & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, preferably Early Childhood Education

• At least three years field experience in Early Childhood, or primary grades

• Knowledge of best practices in Early Childhood education curriculum & child development & management

• Knowledge of state regulations for childcare

• Knowledge of good business practices: administrative, financial, communication, staff management

• Proficient with computer skills

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Coker UMC Family Ministries

• Coker ELC Board of Directors

• Texas Dept. of Family and Protective Services

• Member of Children’s Ministry Team

• Parents and children enrolled in program

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Purchasing school/office supplies often requires use of personal vehicle

• Caring for sick/injured children is often required

NEEDED ATTRIBUTES:

• Skills for developing and maintaining good interpersonal relationships (with families, co-workers, etc.)

• Administrative and computer skills

• Christian beliefs consistent with UMC doctrine

Send resume to: Mario Gacia at mario.garcia@coker.org