Employment opportunities in Florida-Bahamas Synod and in Region 9
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Director of Youth and Family Ministries
Grace Lutheran Church, Tampa
Full-Time
Grace Lutheran Church Tampa, FL is seeking to hire a full time (40 hours) Director of Youth and Family Ministries for planning, implementing, directing, coordinating and managing Christian Education ministry for the entire Grace Lutheran Faith Formation from nursery to adults. The Director is also responsible for selecting and supervising the volunteer teachers, leaders, facilitators and assistants.
This position requires the equivalent minimum of bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, plus at least two years’ experience with youth and/or cross-generational ministry and faith formation. Must have a driver’s license and pass driving history and background checks. The applicant must set a personal example of Christian faith and leadership in action, helping the church achieve its goals as set forth in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The position requires excellent relationship building, communication and organizational skills.
The job would begin in January of 2021.
If you are interested in this position please contact Ruth Anderson, Chair of Personnel Committee at rande8@ymail.com.
Preschool Director
St. Mark’s Ark – Early Childhood Center, St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Jacksonville
Full-Time
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for effective overall operation & mission of St. Mark’s Ark –maintaining a high quality, developmentally appropriate child-centered program where children and families are taught the love of God in a warm, caring supportive environment in which children, families and staff thrive.
More info: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=St%20Mark%27s%20Church&vjk=495e227309b0d912
For inquiries, please contact Stmarksjax@gmail.com
Music Director
Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Miami
Description:
- Lead congregational singing for our Sunday 10AM service on organ.
- Select repertoire for, rehearse, and accompany the choir. Current rehearsals are at 9:30AM.
- Select hymns for the service basing them of the readings for that Sunday.
- Accompany the Sunday Spanish Language service at Noon. This is on the piano.
- Select hymns and special music for each week.
- Additional services are: Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday
Pay:
Negotiable based on education and experience beginning at $13,000/yr. Two Sundays vacation per year.
Send resume to lordlife@bellsouth.net or curtislanoue@hotmail.com to schedule an audition.
Marketing Communications Specialist
Hope Lutheran Church, The Villages
Description:
We have an opportunity for an individual who will be responsible for internal and external communications as well as promotion of church activities and ministries on social media. College degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field preferred. Visit our website at hope2all.org for full job description.
Pay:
This is a full-time position with benefits and salary commensurate with experience.
Send resumes to Jeff Dunfee at jeff@hope2all.org.
Preschool Director
St. Mark by the Sea Lutheran Church and Pre- School
Full-Time
Position is full-time salaried: Candidate will possess strong organizational skill; cooperative management and classroom experience; team building skills, as well as strong leadership and communications skills.
Minimum Requirements: 3-5 years’ experience in Early Childhood Education or a related field; possess all classroom and director certifications (including VPK); have working knowledge of ELC / DCF licensing agencies and regulations, school financials and budgets.
Salary based on experience
Please forward your resume and cover letter to: info@stmarkbythesea.org or mail to:
St. Mark by the Sea Lutheran Church
303 Palm Coast Parkway NE, Palm Coast Florida, 32137
Attention: Rev. Vince Iocona
Choir Director
Joy Lutheran Church, Ocala
IMMEDIATE opening for experienced Choir Director of Adult and Handbell Choirs. Please contact Pastor Art Wuertz at (386) 453-9432 or the church office at (352) 854-4509.
Director of Music
Grace Lutheran Church, Ormond Beach
Part-time
Grace is looking for a Director of Music who would be responsible for all aspects of the music program. We are a congregation with a long-standing appreciation of contemporary and traditional liturgical music. We have a modest music program that currently consists of a senior choir and a handbell choir. The successful candidate would have knowledge of music in a Christian and/or secular setting, and an understanding of Lutheran liturgy and choral directing. We currently have one service at 10:00am on Sundays, as well as special services during the various liturgical seasons of the year. Responsibility to play for funerals and weddings, if available, for additional compensation.
Instruments: Zimmer Opus 20 Digital 3 manual organ, Baby Grand Kawaii Piano, Upright Yamaha Piano, Handbells and Chimes(3 octaves) Bongo & Conga Drums.
Salary: The position is part time, approximately $20,000-$24,000 annually(commensurate with degree and experience), some benefits, free use of church facilities and instruments for teaching private lessons.
All applicants should send a cover letter with contact information and resume to Ms. Sue Underwood, Grace Lutheran Church, 338 Oceanshore Blvd., Ormond Beach, Fl. 32176 or E-Mail at glc50@cfl.rr.com
