Parents’ Morning Out Director

PMO Program Director Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Director for an early childhood program that serves children two to three years old. The responsibilities would be to oversee daily operations of the program including staff management, program development, budgeting and financial planning and ensuring compliance with DCFS regulations. The PMO program is offered on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings from 9 to 11:30 a.m., with the goal of expansion in 2026-2027. The Director reports to the interim Board and Director of Christian Education. 

Director Requirements and Qualifications

  • Preferred two years of professional experience in an early childhood setting
  • Minimum of an associate degree in child development or early childhood education
  • Either an Illinois Director Credential or three points of credential approved training in administration, leadership or management
  • Skilled in evaluating community needs
  • Familiar with writing grant proposals
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to lift 30 lbs.
  • Must pass a background check and maintain AED/CPR certification

Director Duties and Responsibilities

  • Hours:  8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 
    Classes run September through May (Some summertime hours for correspondence and    program preparation for the following school year)
  • Supervise and support staff
  • Enrollment and registration of students
  • Develop and manage budget
  • Ensure compliance with licensing regulations
  • Develop and maintain relationships with parents and provide ongoing communication
  • Oversee promotion and publicity
  • Work with interim board to develop and expand the program
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualified applicants can send their resume to Carey Williams Bebar, cbebar@garychurch.org.



Parents’ Morning Out Director


Christian Education Assistant

 

 

Classification:  Part-time, approximately 10 hours per week

Educational Requirements:  High school diploma or equivalent; Background check

Supervisor:  Carey Williams Bebar, Director of Christian Education

 

 

The Christian Education Assistant will support the general operation of Sunday morning Christian Education ministry for children and adults building relationships with members of the Gary Church Community, and with the Lord, through this important service.

 

This person will help create an environment for children and adults to grow in faith; to serve others; to nurture one another; to demonstrate our discipleship; and to proclaim God’s grace and Good News.

 

 

RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to: 

  • Present and prepared each Sunday morning 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. If unable to be present, will find someone else in their absence. 
  • Set up and take down Christian Education Sunday morning ministry each week.
  • Work with the Adult Christian Education Committee to ensure guest presenters are welcomed and her/his special requests are accommodated.
  • Partner with hospitality team members to greet, support and encourage teachers, parents and children. 
  • Organize, maintain and stock materials and supplies for Christian Education. 
  • Support the Gary Church Safe Sanctuaries Policy. Recruit, lead, teach or aid as needed.
  • Coordinate Kids’ Church and Sunday School ministry by ensuring volunteers are present and engaged through clear and consistent communication.
  • Help coordinate Sunday Morning Special Events.
  • Oversee monthly Parent’s Night Out ministry.

 

 

COMPENSATION

  • A $500 monthly stipend is provided August through May.


GaryChurchEmploymentApplication

Building Engineer

Classification: Part-time (approx. 10-12 hours per week) 
Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent 
Reports to: Senior Pastor with accountability to Board of Trustees 
Supervisor: Day-to-day to Church Administrator 
Salary: To be determined based on experience of applicant 

Job Goal & Summary: The role of the Building Engineer is to work with other church staff members to make sure that our church building is available and ready for use for the various activities of the church and community. Therefore, the Building Engineer is part of a team that ensures our ministry is done in a safe, clean environment. While most of these activities will be performed during scheduled working hours, the Building Engineer will need to respond to requests from the Pastor(s) and other staff members. A common purpose and goodwill relationship are required to ensure this occurs with minimal confusion. 

Duty / Responsibility: Building Engineer will be responsible for the items outlined in the Building Engineer Task List (below), including, but not limited to daily, weekly, monthly maintenance of the buildings and grounds, equipment reports, and building repairs and modifications. The candidate will need to perform electrical, plumbing, HVAC, painting/plastering, carpentry, and mechanical repairs as needed. Duties also include attentiveness to developing needs around the building and reporting those needs to the Board of Trustees. The candidate will participate in monthly meetings with the Board of Trustees and may be asked to supervise any outside contracted repairs taking place on the premises. Building Engineer will be asked to take initiative on building upkeep, projects and repairs and bring these to the Board of Trustees for discussion, approval, and action. 

Job Conditions/Physical Requirements: Candidate will need to have ability to lift up to 50 pounds and climb ladders. Building Engineer will need to have ability to work evening or weekend hours should the need arise in supporting the care of the building. 

Terms of Employment: Employment with Gary United Methodist Church is strictly “at-will” and may be terminated at any time by either the employee or Gary United Methodist Church without cause or reason. Nothing contained in the Employee Handbook, nor any representation by any supervisor or representative of Gary United Methodist Church, may contradict or contravene the at-will employment policy.



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