Noah’s Ark Christian Academy (NACA) is a mission of Barrington United Methodist Church (BUMC) for the children and families of the parish and the surrounding communities. Our focus is to educate children in a Christian environment with social skills and developmentally appropriate academics that exceed the state common core standards. NACA engages students, families and staff in mission, ministry and worship through Barrington United Methodist Church to build a community that worships God, experiences and shares His love, and creates disciples to serve all people. We prepare preschool students for their next educational experience in accordance with state and local early learning standards and create a welcoming, inclusive environment consistent with the values and mission of Barrington United Methodist Church. Noah’s Ark is closed during the summer. The regular teacher schedules include Monday – Thursday and Monday – Friday; 8:30 am – 12:00 pm or 8:30 am – 1:30 pm....

Summary of Position The Barrington United Methodist Church Director of Children and Youth Ministries is a servant leader, supporting the mission and vision of the church through the development and implementation of ministries, classes, programs and events that introduce children to their identity as children of God, that bring children, youth, and their families into relationship with one another and as the family of God, and that support the faith development of children from birth through young adult. This is a part-time, exempt position reporting to the Sr. Pastor - approximately 20-25 hours per week; Sundays and Christian holidays required, as well as some evenings and weekends. Position Responsibilities The Director of Children & Youth Ministries works with staff and ministry areas to meet the needs and guide the spiritual growth of children, youth and their families from birth through young adult. * Understands and supports the vision of church...