Assistant Sunday School Superintendent (Part-time)

About the role

This position assists the Sunday School Superintendent with the operation of The Mother Church Sunday School. The Assistant Superintendent is someone who enjoys working with young people and welcomes all students, families, and visitors with warmth and love. Likewise, this position actively supports and encourages our large volunteer staff.

Responsibilities

• Administers the weekly activities of The Mother Church Sunday School, including online Sunday School, with direction from the Superintendent (60%)
  • Maintains the teaching schedule to ensure all needs are filled each Sunday, keeps the subtitutes list full, and assists teachers in their search for a substitute, when needed.
  • Supports the smooth operation of Sunday School, including coordinating last-minute staffing changes, handling attendance and collection, communicating with the online Sunday School Technician, and supporting the Superintendent, teachers, parents, children and other visitors however needed.
  • Trains and supports greeters to “receive students” (Manual, p. 62) and visitors with love and to provide a pleasant registration process.
  • Fills in for the Superintendent, as needed, including conducting Sunday morning staff meetings.
  • Proactively supports harmony in the Sunday School by discerning needs / challenges and identifying fresh opportunities, all in close partnership with the Superintendent.
  • Manages the Sunday School space, providing a clean, orderly, bright, and welcoming atmosphere, where all appropriate Sunday School books and resources are in good condition and easily accessible; ensures the space is made Sunday-School-ready following other events; keeps storage areas well-stocked and organized; coordinates with Facilities to move and arrange furniture, make repairs, and maintain space cleanliness.
  • Captures the spirit of the Sunday School by preparing metaphysically to welcome children, young adults, and their families to Sunday School each Sunday, and considers ways to actively welcome members of the Boston community.
  • Coordinates small projects (20%)
    • Takes initiative to assist or lead new projects, ideas, or processes that further the mission of Sunday School in accordance with the Manual of The Mother Church.
    • Organizes Sunday School gatherings, such as the annual outdoor picnic and regular teacher gatherings.
    • Covers for the Superintendent, as needed.
    • Coordinates the development of promotional materials with P&DSG.
    • Organizes an annual charitable drive in support of the local community.
    • Oversees administrative needs of the Sunday School (20%)
      • Processes routine paperwork and maintains Sunday School files.
      • Orders and stocks supplies for the Sunday School.
      • Prepares schedules, reports, and spreadsheets; maintains Sunday School data in designated spreadsheets and/or database.
      • Collaborates with other departments, such as Facilities, OCIO, etc., to coordinate the department's operational needs.
      • Aids in the development and proofreading of departmental communications, website copy, desk announcements, etc.
      • Coordinates recruiting, interviewing, and training of volunteer staff, both in-person and online.
      • Assists in the development and proofreading of departmental communications, website copy, desk announcements, etc.
      • Oversees reference checks and criminal background checks for all staff.
      • Tracks Sunday School expenses.
      • Processes monthly payments to Sunday School pianists and substitute Superintendents.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree preferred, education degree a plus.
• Job requires practical experience in office administration and support as well as working with staff and children.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good event planner.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible and highly organized with attention to detail.
• Alert to and discerning of appropriate communication and behavior in a variety of situations.
• Strives to be metaphysically ready and turns to prayer in every situation.
• Solid computer skills and technical proclivity.
• Working knowledge of Google Drive, MS Office (Word and Excel), Adobe, Zoom, Slack, WhatsApp, and other online communication programs.

Qualifications

Engagement with Christian Science Membership in The Mother Church and Primary Class instruction required.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good event planner.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible and highly organized with attention to detail.
• Alert to and discerning of appropriate communication and behavior in a variety of situations.
• Solid computer skills and technical proclivity.
• Working knowledge of Google Drive, MS Office (Word and Excel), Adobe, Zoom, Slack, WhatsApp, and other online communication programs.

Benefits

The Assistant Superintendent is committed to approaching the work prayerfully, resolving issues on a metaphysical basis, and embracing the local community in prayer.

Pay

$40,547 - $52,711 annually (part-time, based on 20 hours per week)

Schedule

This part-time position works regularly in the Sunday School on Sundays and in the office during the week. The option to fulfill some hours from home can be discussed with manager. Occasional outdoor events.