The Director is responsible for planning and administering the Religious Exploration (RE) Program for the Unitarian Universalist Congregation. This program promotes and supports the liberal spiritual and ethical development of the congregation’s children, youth and adults through Sunday morning classes, workshops, camps, and other group activities. The DRE works directly with the children and youth as well as with adult volunteers in recruiting, training, and supporting them to provide an array of youth-focused programs. They also organize and provide class curricula, teaching resources, a lending library, and participant records.
The Director is responsible for ensuring a safe physical environment and recommending and managing the RE program budget. They will maintain communication with the AUUF Community and the UU Association, as well as youth community groups through social action and service projects.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of child development and appropriate teaching techniques.
Three years of experience as an educator, preferably in religious education.
Good relational and management skills for use in training and coaching volunteers and coordinating events.
Skill, tact, diplomacy and proficiency in working with adults and children.
Strong organizational and administrative skills.
Ability to design, plan and implement youth programs and events.
Detail-oriented and self-motivated; must be able to work both independently and with a team.
Strong ethics and ability to manage confidential information.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Computer software skills – media, email, web searches, utilization of Word and other related programs.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Must be able to physically work in a classroom environment (set up, take down rooms, carry/transport materials)
Must be able to travel; maintaining a current driver’s license is preferred.
Must be physically able to navigate the church campus, including the use of stairs.
To apply:
1. Read more about us on our website, www.anchorageuuf.org and on our national organization’s website, www.uua.org.
2. Submit a resume and a cover letter describing why you want to work for AUUF in this position and how you meet the listed qualifications.
3. Email both to [email protected]. Put “Director Religious Education” in the subject line.
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. The position is open until filled. References will be checked and a background check performed.