Outreach Coordinator-Education

The Crossing; Affton (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established community-focused organization is seeking a Care Ministries Assistant to enhance relationships with partner schools and lead volunteer efforts. This part-time role involves coordinating events and supporting educational initiatives, making a positive impact in the lives of students and families in need. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, a passion for community service, and the ability to work with diverse populations. Join this rewarding mission and help foster a supportive environment for learning and growth in your community.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, especially in high poverty areas is preferred.
• Ability to manage volunteers and coordinate various projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee relationships with partner schools and manage volunteer efforts.
• Coordinate events and fulfill physical needs for schools.

Skills

Communication Skills

Project Coordination

Volunteer Management

Detail-oriented

Cultural Competence

Problem Solving

Compassion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Church Database (Rock)

Job description

Our church... is a non-denominational multi-site church with four St. Louis-area campuses where we gather each weekend to study this ancient story found in Scripture that is still transforming lives today. We believe church should be a place where believers in Jesus and skeptics can stand side-by-side to study truth and ask tough questions. We blend teaching and worship with art and technology to create a service where you can experience the message of Jesus in practical and life-changing ways.

Care Ministries Assistant...this part-time 10-hour week position will serve as the point of relationship with partner schools, lead volunteers efforts including the Reading Champion program, and coordinate events and physical needs for partner schools. This position will include some weekday office hours, daytime hours at our partner schools, and occasional evening or weekend hours. The ideal candidate will have experience with education in areas of high poverty. Volunteer management/mentoring adults and experience with refugees or ESOL schools is a bonus, but not required.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee relationships with assigned partner schools, which includes
  • Building and maintaining relationships with key school staff and other community partners
  • Managing and coaching volunteers
  • Coordinating the Reading Champion program and being onsite for reading sessions
• Coordinating events and the fulfillment of physical needs for schools
• Use and maintain simple records in the church database (Rock)
• Assist with large events such as Give Food and Backpack Attack, as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Ability to understand school as an organization and build relationships with administration at our partner schools
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize and organize workload
• Ability to communicate, work with, and minister to a wide variety of people, across cultures and sub-cultures, both inside the church and the community
• Ability to coordinate projects with several moving pieces
• Ability to give clear directions, make quick decisions, and inspire and lead volunteers
• Passion for Biblical justice and reconciliation and an understanding that being a life-long learner of social issues is integral to the work of the Outreach ministry
• Bachelor's degree in education preferred or equivalent experience
• MAC or PC operation at an intermediate level
• Standard software programs including Word, Excel, email, etc.
• Ability to learn church database for basic use
• High integrity, able to maintain confidentiality
• Organized, ability manage several projects and relationships at once
• Compassionate, good listener, problem solve
• Life-long learner
• Team player and ability to work with all types of people
• Self-motivated with an ability to coach others

MUST HAVES FOR ALL STAFF AT THE CROSSING

• Attend a service at one of The Crossing campuses on a weekly basis
• Passionate about their relationship with God
• Baptized after making the thoughtful decision to follow Christ
• Regard the Bible as God’s final authority in all areas of Christian life and desire to be wholly obedient to it
• Wholeheartedly affirm The Crossing’s Statement of Faith, including our view on Baptism
• Live a lifestyle consistent with scriptural principles

Apply today and see why The Crossing may be a great fit for you!