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Job Opportunities

Become part of the LOPC community – a culture that fosters growth, inclusion, and teamwork – and discover how you can make an impact.

Join The LOPC TEAM

Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church seeks talented people to offer their gifts and abilities to support the church’s mission of being a welcoming and loving community of faith that learns, grows, and serves together. We believe that all staff do their own special kind of ministry, whether working with adults or children, songs or spreadsheets, congregational visits or computers, and more. We seek to support and encourage each other, our congregation, and our many neighbors in our local community and beyond.

Current Openings

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Children's Ministry Sunday Program Coordintor

Job Title: Children’s Ministry Sunday Program Coordinator (CMSPC)

Reports to: Children’s Ministry Director (CMD)

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Hours: Approx. 6-8 hours a week

Date of Job description: 8/2025

Compensation: $30 – $35/hour

Job Summary: The CMSPC, under the supervision and direction of the CMD, will lead LOPC Sunday morning spiritual formation programs for children. The CMSPC is expected to function independently, in accordance with LOPC policies, while managing Children’s Ministry programs with an emphasis on fostering an engaging, supportive, and welcoming environment.

Essential Functions of the Job

Identify and communicate scheduling and other needs for Sunday programming with the Children’s Ministry Director.
Arrive 30 minutes before the start of scheduled programs and events.
Welcome families into the environment in a loving manner.
Work with parents and other staff to overcome a child’s separation anxiety by promoting positive transitions into the environment.
Manage Children’s Ministry volunteers and staff in the classroom environment.
Work proactively to always promote harmony in the classroom while anticipating the needs of children.
Lead classroom activities as directed, including worship time, storytelling, games, and crafts.
Interact with children in a positive way and promote positive interactions among children.
Set up and clean up the classroom environment.
Prepare weekly curriculum, games, and craft projects for the 9:00 am and 10:30 am Sunday school classrooms. Prepare a weekly email communication for the volunteers for the CM Director to send out.
Meet monthly with other leaders to choose the curriculum for the upcoming month.

Minimum Requirements

Previous experience in classroom settings

Valid CPR and First Aid certification

How to Apply

Please send resume and cover letter to Administrative Manager, Elizabeth Ball.