Are you looking to serve children in a Christian environment? Do you have a heart for teaching children about the love and salvation found in Christ Jesus?
Then we invite you to apply for the Sunday School Teacher position in Scarborough, Ontario
Position Description
The Sunday School Teacher is responsible for supporting the church’s children’s ministry by creating a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where children can learn about God, grow in their faith, and develop positive relationships with others.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach or assist with age-appropriate Bible lessons, stories, and activities.
- Help children understand and apply biblical teachings in their everyday lives.
- Prepare and organize Sunday School lessons, crafts, games, and other activities.
- Organize and help with running events such as Christmas and thanksgiving events!
- Welcome children and help them feel safe, valued, and included.
- Supervise children during Sunday School and maintain a positive and respectful environment.
- Encourage participation, questions, discussion, and learning.
- Support the lead teacher with classroom management and activities.
- Communicate any concerns regarding a child’s wellbeing or behaviour to the appropriate ministry leader.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom.
- Participate in ministry meetings, training, and other children’s ministry activities when required.
- Serve as a positive Christian role model through attitude, behaviour, and interaction with children.
Qualifications & Skills
- A genuine love for children and a desire to serve in children’s ministry.
- Commitment to the Christian faith and the values of the church.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children in an encouraging and age-appropriate manner.
- Responsible, dependable, patient, and able to work well with others.
- Previous experience working with children is an asset but not required.
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, volunteers, parents, and church leadership.
- Willingness to follow all church policies and child-safety procedures.
Position Details & Requirements
- Our church service is weekly on Sundays at 1pm - 3pm.
- The weekly hours are 3-4 hours per week and the pay is $19.50 per hour
- Get a Vulnerable Sector Check with the local police station.
- Completion of any required church training and child-safety screening.
- Maintain appropriate boundaries and professional conduct when interacting with children.
- Respect confidentiality regarding children and families.
Job Types: Part-time, Casual
Pay: $19.00-$20.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have working with kids ages 5-12 years old?
- Besides English, what other language(s) do you speak?
- How would you support children and families to grow in the Christian faith during the Sunday School lessons?
Education:
- Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person
