Nursery Director

Brown Missionary Baptist Church•Southaven, MS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will collaborate with other members of the BMBC staff, paid caregivers, and volunteers, though their primary responsibility is assuring the success of BMBC nursery ministry and childcare. Primary responsibilities are ministering to children ages birth through __ years old and their families and smooth operation of nursery, Sunday school and childcare. The goal of this job is to assure the nursery is always available and welcoming for any young family wishing to attend a church event at any time.

Requirements

High School diploma required
Leadership, management, or HR experience in day schools or daycare facilities
Must be a committed Christian comfortable working in a church environment
Employees are called to lead a life that becomes the gospel, and we expect them to exhibit appropriate demeanor both on and off the job.

Nice To Haves

college degree preferred
church ministry experience preferred

Responsibilities

Building on and expanding current Early Childhood ministry
Expanding ministry to new parents
Reaching out to first time families (keeping track of and celebrating new births)
Responsible for preparing age-appropriate lessons and activities
Lead in developing an effective environment that facilitates spiritual transformation
Communicate needs and expectations with paid caregivers and volunteers
Communicate with BMBC staff and volunteers regarding childcare needs (regular as well as special events)
Create monthly schedules for caregivers
Assure adequate nursery hospitality support is scheduled and present
Approve paid caregivers’ hours
Respond to any changes in scheduling and staffing
Assure BMBC nursery policies are in line with industry best practices
Train caregivers and volunteers in BMBC childcare policies
Assure smooth operation of nurseries
Quickly and effectively handle any disputes between caregivers and/or caregivers and parents
Model hospitality and care to parents and children
Develop and implement an appreciation program for caregivers