Position Description

Job Title: Christian Education Coordinator (Entry-Level Sunday School Teacher Track)
Position Type: Part-Time
Reports To: Minister / Church Session

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate, spiritually mature, and dedicated individual to serve in our Christian Education ministry. This role begins as a Sunday School Teacher and is designed as a developmental pathway toward becoming the Coordinator of the overall Christian Education program.

This position is ideal for someone who feels called to ministry leadership, has a heart for discipleship, and desires to grow into a strategic role overseeing curriculum, volunteers, and faith formation initiatives.

Phase 1: Sunday School Teacher (Initial Role)

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plan and teach weekly Sunday School lessons for a range of age groups using curriculum provided.
• Create a safe, engaging, and spiritually nurturing classroom environment
• Encourage spiritual growth through prayer, Scripture, and Christian fellowship
• Communicate regularly with parents and church leadership
• Participate in monthly meetings
• Assist with special events & seasonal programs, etc.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated personal commitment to Jesus Christ
• Active participation in church life
• Experience working with children, youth, or adults in a ministry or educational setting
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn curriculum planning and ministry administration

Phase 2: Christian Education Coordinator (Leadership Role)

Upon demonstrated effectiveness, leadership ability, and spiritual maturity, the individual will transition into the role of Christian Education Coordinator.

Expanded Responsibilities:

• Oversee the entire Christian Education program (children, youth, and adult education)
• Recruit, train, mentor, and support volunteer teachers
• Select, develop, and evaluate curriculum
• Coordinate ministry calendar and educational events
• Develop long-term discipleship strategies
• Manage education-related budgets and resources
• Work collaboratively with minister and church session
• Ensure child protection and safety policies are upheld

Leadership Qualifications:

• Proven teaching effectiveness and leadership capability
• Ability to cast vision and implement ministry strategy
• Strong administrative and team-building skills
• Theological training (formal or informal) preferred
• Commitment to ongoing spiritual and professional development
• Desired Characteristics
• Heart for discipleship and spiritual formation
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Dependable and self-motivated
• Teachable and adaptable
• Vision-oriented with a servant-leadership mindset

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Brief description of your call to Christian Education ministry
• Two ministry or professional references

Please submit applications to: churchadministrator@stmarkstoronto.org