5. Nursery Teacher (Volunteer) Job Description
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Job Title |
Nursery Teacher/Volunteer |
Department |
Children’s Department/Nursery |
Supervisor |
Nursery Coordinator (If there is no NC then this position would report to the Children’s Pastor/Director) |
Church Membership |
Required |
Spiritual Level |
Moderate |
Spiritual Gifts |
Compassion, encouragement |
Talents/Abilities |
Dependable, friendly, enthusiastic, creative, organized, ability to work with other volunteers, relates well to children |
Time Commitment |
Two hours on Sunday. |
Duration of Commitment |
Minimum of one year. |
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Pray for the babies.
- Attend ongoing Children’s Ministry training and meetings when necessary.
- Take training in First Aid and CPR if necessary.
- Complete a background check.
- Notify Nursery Coordinator at least one week in advance of an absence.
- Demonstrate a positive and friendly attitude with the parents and the children who are in your care.
- Explain security and sign in procedures with new parents.
- Label all diaper bags and children’s belongings.
- Keep record of attendance each week and give the attendance sheet to the Nursery/Toddler Coordinator.
- Supervise children closely in the classroom, attending to their needs when necessary.
- Stay in the classroom at all times when children are under your supervision. Never leave a child unattended in the classroom. Never put more than one child in a crib.
- Change diapers as needed according to the diaper changing procedures.
- Demonstrate good hygiene and wash hands immediately after changing diapers, wiping noses, and serving snacks, etc.
- Page or contact parents in the worship service when a child is having difficulty in the classroom or is in need of parental care.
- Clean and sanitize all toys before putting them away after every Sunday morning.
- Keep room looking clean and neat.
- Prepare and guide Bible learning activities from the provided Bible curriculum when necessary.
- Report damaged toys/equipment or safety hazards to the Nursery/Toddler Coordinator.
- Report needed supplies to the Nursery/Toddler Coordinator (wipes, paper towels, diapers, etc.).
- Wear identification name tag or special Children’s Ministry shirt when working in the nursery.
- Leave room in good condition after serving.
Related Topics: Administrative and Organization, Children