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Title of Opportunity: Director of Religious Education

LIBERAL RELIGIOUS EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION · Roanoke, VA · 1 wk ago
Management$44k/yrPart-time

About the role

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Roanoke (UUCR) is seeking a Director of Religious Education (DRE) to lead and oversee the congregation's lifelong faith formation ministries. The DRE will develop, coordinate, and administer comprehensive religious education programming that nurtures the spiritual growth of children, youth, adults, and families, from preschool through older adulthood.

The DRE will collaborate closely with the Minister, staff, lay leaders, and volunteers. Programming is grounded in Unitarian Universalist theology, UUA best practices, and the lived values of the congregation. The DRE must be a member of LREDA (Liberal Religious Educators Association).

Responsibilities

  • Faith Development & Program Leadership:
    • Direct religious education programming for children using UUA curricula and best practices.
    • Design and facilitate adult spiritual education and lifelong faith formation programs.
    • Plan and oversee key programs, including:
      • Nursery and early childhood programming
      • Children’s Church Religious Education classes and Youth Group
      • Our Whole Lives (OWL) – youth and adult sexuality education
      • Adult RE offerings
  • Multigenerational & Worship Collaboration:
    • Collaborate with the Minister to support and lead multigenerational worship services.
    • Aid in and lead rites of passage and faith milestone ceremonies.
    • Lead volunteers for children’s programming during worship services and/or Children’s Church.
    • Support integration of religious education with worship and congregational life.
  • Volunteer & Lay Leadership Development:
    • Recruit, train, supervise, and support volunteer teachers and facilitators.
    • Provide ongoing guidance and resources to volunteers.
    • In consultation with the Minister, establish a volunteer Religious Education Committee to assist in reviewing, assessing, and strengthening RE programming.
    • Meet regularly with parents to keep them informed and to obtain feedback.
  • Administration & Stewardship:
    • Manage the religious education budget within approved parameters and in consultation with the treasurer.
    • Maintain schedules, records, and consistent communication with families and participants.
    • Communicate by submitting regular content to the monthly newsletter and updating the church website.
    • Prepare an annual report for the UUCR Annual Meeting.
    • Ensure compliance with UUCR policies and UUA safety and child/youth protection standards.

Requirements

  • Undergraduate degree in education or religion/religious studies.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Unitarian Universalist approaches to faith development.
  • Respect for and commitment to UUA Values, Principles, and Sources.
  • Experience teaching and facilitating programs for children and adults.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative leadership skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and other basic computer programs.

Qualifications

  • Unitarian Universalist Credentialed Religious Educator.
  • Prior experience serving in a Unitarian Universalist congregation.
  • Experience with multigenerational and volunteer-led ministry models.

Core Competencies

  • Collaborative and relational leadership
  • Cultural humility and inclusivity
  • Program development and evaluation
  • Volunteer recruitment and support
  • Ethical and professional practice

Pre-Employment Requirement

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check, consistent with UUCR policies and UUA best practices for child and youth safety.

Director of Religious Education – Position Available

Reports to: Minister

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Type: ¾ Time

Schedule: Flexible weekdays; required Sunday mornings and weekly staff meetings

Salary: $ 43,550 annual

Start Date: August 1, 2026

Nursery Coordinator – Position Available

Status: FLSA   Non-Exempt, Contract             

Reports to Religious Education Director, Minister (in DRE’s absence)

Part-time (2-3 hours/week), possible occasional hours may be available for special events

Summary: The Nursery Coordinator shall ensure that the nursery is safe, clean, warm and welcoming to parents and children who use it on Sunday mornings. The Nursery Coordinator will lovingly care for the babies and toddlers in the nursery on Sunday mornings and supervise the nursery assistants. The role of welcome is essential in that the nursery is sometimes the first point of contact for newcomers in the church.

Essential Functions

  • Arrive in a timely fashion at 10:15 am. Make sure the nursery is clean; tables and toys are wiped down and disinfected.
  • Greet parents and children beginning at 10:30 am.
  • Ensure all children are signed in with emergency contact information.
  • Provide a loving, safe and caring environment when the children are in care. Play with and read to children.
  • Communicate with parents about each child’s experience in the nursery.
  • Supervise nursery workers or volunteers.
  • Contact the DRE with any incident reports.
  • Tidy nursery and put away toys before leaving for the day.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Experience working with babies and toddlers.
  • Warm and friendly manner.
  • Background check and good references.
  • Openness and support of the wide variety of family diversity in the congregation.

Physical Requirements

  • Able to move freely about building with lifting required.

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter describing your interest in this position and your résumé or CV.

Send application materials to: personnel@uuroanoke.org

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