Job Openings:
Children’s Music & Faith Formation

Overview

The Plymouth Church in Framingham, MA is an Open and Affirming congregation in the United Church of Christ. As a church gathered by God, open to everyone, following the way of Jesus, and inspired by the Holy Spirit, we grow wiser and kinder, and more useful to the healing and repair of society. We are a gracious, fun, and healthy community of people trying to make a positive impact in the world.

After many years, our Children and Youth Music Director has retired. We are also experiencing an increase in families with children interested in church. We are looking for one or two people to lead our Children’s Music and Faith Formation programs.

We hope this person will bring a love of music and a love of God to our children. We presently offer a one classroom Faith Workshop during worship for children up to Grade 5. We rely on volunteers to lead discussion and activities. We are also very interested in providing music education and faith education through music for our children.

Youth Group (Grades 6-12) and Confirmation are led by the Senior Pastor.

One or Two Positions?

The Search Committee welcomes applications from candidates who are interested in either the Music part or the Faith Formation part or both! As a church, we understand the evolving nature of family life and how children engage with religious programming.

We are open to the Spirit’s guidance in shaping and reshaping us to meet the gifts and skills of whoever is being called by God to join us. We hope you will apply and enjoy the conversation about what we might do together.

Responsibilities

Additional responsibilities 

• Facilitates participation of children and families in the worship life of the church.

• Oversees the general administrative operation of Children’s Music and Faith Formation including resource management, record keeping, and communication.

• Meets as needed with other church staff, including the Pastor and Music Director, to coordinate programs and receive support.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate(s) will have demonstrated:

• Intermediate keyboard or guitar and vocal skills

• Ability to work effectively and sensitively with children in a group setting

• Experience teaching children

• Experience in choral singing and knowledge of vocal technique for young singers

• Encouragement of all kinds of musicality in children and youth

• Knowledge of Christian faith and support for traditions of the United Church of Christ

• Knowledge of vocal technique for young singers

• Ability to maintain high expectations in a positive way

• Good communication and interpersonal skills and classroom management experience

• Encouragement of all kinds of musicality in children and youth

• A commitment to building relationship with children and parents

• Openness to innovation and new thinking

Bachelor’s degree (preferred), with additional experience in music education with children. Experience with Church Music and Children’s Faith Formation (preferred).

Expectations

The Plymouth Church is committed to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse. All employees and lay leaders who work with children are expected to comply with our Safe Church Policies and regular background checks.

Hours

• Part-time position, September to June

• 8-12 hours/week; hours vary to meet the obligations of the position. (Hours may adjust as understanding of the position matures.)

• The Music Director has discretion as to the frequency of choir rehearsals and performances.

• Worship services are on Sundays at 10:00am.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

More about The Plymouth Church

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please email your resume or CV to Rev. Gregory Morisse.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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