DCE Search
We are currently conducting an official search for a new Director of Christian Education. While we have posted the job description to several sites, it is listed below and we invite you to forward this to anyone you know who may be a good candidate for this position.
Director of Christian Education (PartTime) Roland Park Presbyterian Church, Baltimore, MD
Roland Park Presbyterian is a small, welcoming church in the Roland Park neighborhood of Baltimore, MD, seeking candidates for Director of Christian Education. The DCE serves as leader and developer of education programming for all ages, including our Sunday morning children's program, youth program, and adult education. He or she collaborates with the Pastor, Office & Communications Manager, Director of Music, Session, and members of the congregation, and is responsible for the design, staffing, and supervision of educational activities and events. The DCE plans and supervises a monthly youth group and youth events as needed, and supervises an annual confirmation class. The ideal candidate would have strong interpersonal and communication skills; experience in recruiting, training, and managing staff and volunteers; energy for intergenerational education; and a passion for promoting Christian and Presbyterian values.
Successful candidates should possess:
-Previous experience in education
-Strong interpersonal skills
-Independence, creativity and energy
-Enthusiasm for intergenerational education for all ages from preschool to adult
-Enthusiasm for collaboration with the church leadership and congregation
-Enthusiasm for recruiting and training volunteers
-Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
-Passion for the mission and values of the Presbyterian Church
Minimum Qualifications:
-Prior education experience is required, with experience in Christian education preferred.
-Experience developing curriculum for a wide variety of contexts.
-Experience with programming for all ages, including children, youth, and adults.
-Experience with common office software including Microsoft Office Suite.
-Associate's or Bachelor's degree (or higher) in education or religious studies preferred.
Schedule:
30 hours per week. 9:00am to 12:00pm on Sundays is required. All other hours and days are flexible. Other evening and weekend hours may be required on a conditional basis for special events or times of extraordinary need.
Benefits:
2 week paid vacation after one full year of employment; 1 week paid continuing education leave, 3 days paid sick leave; paid holidays in compliance with the Presbytery of Baltimore Holiday Schedule. No Medical Benefits.
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