Pastor of Education

JOB DESCRIPTION

Pastor of Education

Reports to:                Lead Pastor

Employment Status: Exempt

Membership:            Required after 6 months of hire

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pastor of Education is a Christ-centered individual, strong and growing in his faith, a student of the Bible, “above reproach” (I Timothy 3 and Titus 1), and active in the church. This person should be currently demonstrating a “Christ-like” lifestyle that represents the church and the hands and feet of Christ in the broader community. The Pastor of Education will sense a divine call, a desire to lead people to a saving relationship with Jesus Christ, and a New Testament belief in discipling Christians. This position is significant to the development of ministries at AFO. This position aids the Lead Pastor in meeting educational needs; to improve the standard of teaching; to lead in evangelistic outreach and train leaders within the congregation.

The Pastor of Education must respect the position and leadership of the Pastors on staff at AFO. He must develop a mature, productive, supportive relationship with the Pastors based on mutual respect. He must also oversee the teams under His care and ensure they feel secure, successful, and productive in their ministry roles. He accomplishes this task by being knowledgeable, supportive, and appreciative of their efforts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

●     Help develop and implement vision and future direction of AFO along with the other Pastors.

●     Oversee the Youth and Children’s Ministry. (KPI) 

○     Plan monthly/quarterly meetings with ministry teams to ensure a vibrant youth and kids ministry

○     Assist with planning a calendar of events for the Youth and Kids area and ensure communication of events on all our platforms.

○     Ensure teaching is age appropriate and relative to each ministry.

○     Ensure the teams of each ministry understand the vision of discipleship for AFO Church and incorporate it into all teaching and planned events.

○     Follow child protection policy and follow up with annual refresher training for yourself and volunteers.

●     Implement, and execute the church wide vision of discipleship through our Adult Small Group ministries. (KPI)

○     Responsible for providing Small Group questions for each leader to use based on sermon material.

○     Work with Small Group Leadership teams to establish a pattern for meeting bi-weekly during the school year, as well as plan for meals/snacks and childcare.

○     Ensure communication of Small Group meeting times and events on all our platforms.

○     Build intentional relationships with Small Group Leaders and ensure each Small Group is building relationships within their individual groups as well.

○     Ensure each Small Group Leader does at least one annual community outreach event with their team.

○     Establish a plan to ensure oversight of scripturally sound teaching by Small Group Leaders.

●     Help minister to families by building relationships and spending time with them outside the walls of AFO. (KPI)

●     Preach during our worship service when requested by the Senior Pastor.

●     Attend AFO sanctioned church wide events

●     Ability to manage the various financial budgets under your responsibility

●     Ability to demonstrate a Christ-centered heart from stage

●     Ensure a regular quiet time is part of your daily experience and walk with Christ

●     Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)

●     Must have a strong and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and it should be evident in both the personal and professional life

●     Must agree to the mission statement, values, and faith statement of All For One Church

●     Must be able to uphold and support the mission statement, values, and faith statements

●     Called by God into ministry

●     Leader of leaders who raises up and develops leaders/volunteers

●     Track record of reliability, dependability, and conscientious work habits

●     Executer – who can plan events and see them to fruition

●     Excellent verbal and written communication skills

●     Energetic self-starter who is structured, organized, and focused, but flexible

●     A generous giver

●     Delegator – who can and will delegate

●     Multitasker who does not become easily overwhelmed

●     Background check required

●     CPR certification required within 3 months of hire.

●     Ability to obtain CDL Class C with passenger endorsement within 6 months of hire

ABOUT THE MINISTRY

Located at 418 Monroe Highway in Lancaster, SC, All For One Church exists to produce a relational disciple making culture that is fashioned around God’s word, our love for God and our love for others that brings glory to Him locally and globally.

We desire to be disciples of Jesus who follow Him in daily surrender, loving all people and training others to reproduce more disciples to the glory of God.

Our belief statements can be found at https://www.allofusforone.org/beliefs/.

CONDUCT STANDARDS

Employees of All For One Church agree to adhere to the policy of no alcohol or tobacco/vape use during church functions or on church grounds. Nor should there be an endorsement of such activities on social media or in informal gatherings.

Personal participation in social media sights must reflect a high ethical, Christian standard. This same standard applies to informal gatherings outside the church and all interpersonal relationships.

Benefits

Annual Salary Range: $39,000 - $59,000  based on experience and licenses

Expected Hours: Full Time

Bonus Opportunities

5% Contribution to Retirement Plan

Personal Car Mileage Allotment

Health/Dental/Life Insurance Allotment

Conference (up to 5 days) Allotment

Flexible schedule (Fridays off (negotiable))

Yearly Meal Allowance

Cell Phone Reimbursement Allowance

17 days paid time off*

Federal Holiday Pay for major holidays

Up to 5 days bereavement out of office for death in immediate family

Fridays off (day negotiable)

Annual written reviews after 1 year of employment. (First year requires a semi-annual review)

*Paid Time Off (PTO) policy is based on date of hire. See the PTO Policy for time off based on years of service.

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements which are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.