Hiring

Open Positions:

 

NURSERY TEACHER 

First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia is seeking qualified nursery teachers to provide care for infants and toddlers on Sunday mornings from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM as part of our Spirt+Ed program which serves the entire church. This is a part-time job with a low-key, reliable team. The hourly rate is $20. There is a sweet nursery setup and lots of loving support. Background check required. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

The primary role of Nursery Teachers is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children, while their grownups are in Sunday programming. In order to accomplish this, the following activities and behavioral guidelines have been established.

ACTIVITIES:

  • Arrive 60 minutes before the event or activity is scheduled to begin so that you can create a welcoming, engaging, and safe space.
  • Gather and set up necessary supplies (sign-in sheet, toys, games, etc.).
  • Greet both parent(s)/guardian(s) and children when they arrive.
  • Introduce yourself to parent(s)/guardian(s) and children if you don’t already know them. Ask parent(s)/guardian(s) to sign in their child each week.
  • Learn children and parent(s)/guardian(s) names as quickly as possible.
  • Create a nametag for each new child each Sunday.
  • Ensure that two adults are with the children at all times.
  • Spend your time with the children. Talk to each other after/work.
  • Complete the childcare provider sign-in form and register new children.
  • Caregivers will keep track of their hours on the time sheets provided with the Nursery Manager. 

BEHAVIORAL GUIDELINES:

  • Use positive language to guide children’s
behavior.
  • Tell children what they can do rather than what they can’t do.
  • Redirect children to a different more appropriate activity through suggestions and choices.
  • Report something positive about their child to parents when they return.
  • Talk to the Lead Teachers or the Minister for Faith Formation about any problems, concerns, or suggestions.

Prior experience caring for children in a group setting, knowledge of child development, and a clear background check. CPR and First Aid certification is recommended.

Interested? Contact Mark Caswell, Director of Faith Formation: Mark@philauu.org.

 

 

K-5 TEACHER

First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia is seeking qualified teachers to provide care for youth K-5 on Sunday mornings from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM as part of our Spirt+Ed program which serves the entire church. This is a part-time job with a low-key, reliable team. There is a sweet classroom setup and lots of loving support. Background check required. The hourly rate is $20.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The primary role of K-5 Teachers is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children, while their grownups are in Sunday programming. In order to accomplish this, the following activities and behavioral guidelines have been established.

ACTIVITIES:

  • Arrive 60 minutes before the event or activity is scheduled to begin so that you can create a welcoming, engaging, and safe space.
  • Gather and set up necessary supplies (sign-in sheet, toys, games, etc.).
  • Greet both parent(s)/guardian(s) and children when they arrive.
  • Introduce yourself to parent(s)/guardian(s) and children if you don’t already know them. Ask parent(s)/guardian(s) to sign in their child each week.
  • Learn children and parent(s)/guardian(s) names as quickly as possible.
  • Create a nametag for each new child each Sunday.
  • Ensure that two adults are with the children at all times.
  • Spend your time with the children. Talk to each other after/work.
  • Complete the childcare provider sign-in form and register new children.
  • Payment: The hour rate for this position is $20/hour.  Caregivers will keep track of their hours on the time sheets provided with the Nursery Manager. 

BEHAVIORAL GUIDELINES:

  • Use positive language to guide children’s
behavior.
  • Tell children what they can do rather than what they can’t do.
  • Redirect children to a different more appropriate activity through suggestions and choices.
  • Report something positive about their child to parents when they return.
  • Talk to the Lead Teachers or the Minister for Faith Formation about any problems, concerns, or suggestions.

Prior experience caring for children in a group setting, knowledge of child development, and a clear background check. CPR and First Aid certification is recommended.

Interested? Contact Mark Caswell, Director of Faith Formation: Mark@philauu.org.

 

 

TWEEN TEACHER

First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia is seeking qualified Tween teachers to provide educational space on Sunday mornings from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM as part of our Spirt+Ed program. This is a part-time job with a low-key, reliable team. There is a sweet classroom setup and lots of loving support. Background check required. The hourly rate is $20.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The primary role of Tween Teachers is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for the youth, while their grownups are in Sunday programming. In order to accomplish this, the following activities and behavioral guidelines have been established.

ACTIVITIES:

  • Arrive 60 minutes before the event or activity is scheduled to begin so that you can create a welcoming, engaging, and safe space.
  • Gather and set up necessary supplies (sign-in sheet, toys, games, etc.).
  • Greet both parent(s)/guardian(s) and children when they arrive.
  • Introduce yourself to parent(s)/guardian(s) and children if you don’t already know them. Ask parent(s)/guardian(s) to sign in their child each week.
  • Learn children and parent(s)/guardian(s) names as quickly as possible.
  • Create a nametag for each new child each Sunday.
  • Ensure that two adults are with the children at all times.
  • Spend your time with the children. Talk to each other after/work.
  • Complete the childcare provider sign-in form and register new children.
  • Payment: The hour rate for this position is $20/hour.  Caregivers will keep track of their hours on the time sheets provided with the Nursery Manager. 

BEHAVIORAL GUIDELINES:

  • Use positive language to guide children’s
behavior.
  • Tell children what they can do rather than what they can’t do.
  • Redirect children to a different more appropriate activity through suggestions and choices.
  • Report something positive about their child to parents when they return.
  • Talk to the Lead Teachers or the Minister for Faith Formation about any problems, concerns, or suggestions.

Prior experience caring for children in a group setting, knowledge of child development, and a clear background check. CPR and First Aid certification is recommended.

Interested? Contact Mark Caswell, Director of Faith Formation: Mark@philauu.org.